The Papio NRD will open the Elkhorn and Platte River access sites for the season on April 1st.
The access sites include:
- Elkhorn Crossing (intersection of 252nd & Bennington Road)
- West Maple Road (West Maple Road northeast of Waterloo)
- Graske Crossing (southeast corner of West Dodge Road & west of 204th St.)
- Platte River Landing (near Highway 64)
High river flows occasionally force the Papio NRD to temporarily close the river access sites for safety purposes. Park closures for Elkhorn River sites are called for when the Elkhorn River gauge at Waterloo reads a stage of 5 feet or greater. Platte River Landing will close when the gauge at Leshara reads 5 feet or above.
River access ramps may need to be cleaned of silt, debris and safety inspected before reopening.
Access Sites – Open or Closed?
You can find out whether the access sites are open or closed throughout the season here:
- Orange “River Access Sites” button on website homepage
- Our social media pages: Facebook, Instagram, and X.
- News media
There are no park entry fees. The access sites are open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. through November 1.
Enjoy!