Lincoln Pawnee Lake State Recreation Area (swimming, fishing, boating, water-skiing, bird watching, picnicking). Take US 6 west to NE 55A north, 3 miles. 402-471-5566
Omaha Heartland of America Park (walking trails, boat tours, tennis, field sports, swimming, golf, waterfall viewing, fishing, boating, gardens). 8th and Douglas, along the Missouri River. 402-444-6362
Louisville State Recreation Area (swimming, fishing, boating, bird watching). 15810 Hwy. 50. From Omaha, take I-80 southwest 25 miles to NE 50. 402-234-6855