Updated June 3, 2020
In coordination and cooperation with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and local partner agencies, the Papio NRD will open tent and RV camping at Elkhorn Crossing on Saturday, June 6th. All social distancing and Directed Health Measures must be adhered to by all park users. If an inordinate amount of violations occur, the Papio NRD will reevaluate the situation and reimpose restrictions as necessary.
Updated May 28, 2020
In consultation with the City of Omaha and other partner agencies, the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District will open playgrounds, picnic areas, and restrooms at Papio NRD operated and maintained recreation areas on June 1st. The Douglas and Sarpy county parks include Chalco Hills Recreation Area, Prairie View Recreation Area, and river access sites.
The status of Papio NRD recreation areas are as follows:
Douglas County
All River Access Sites along the Elkhorn & Platte Rivers
Hours – 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
OPEN:
- Playground equipment
- Picnic areas
- Restrooms
- Parking lots
- Campsites at Elkhorn Crossing (tent and RV camping)
The recommended social distancing of six feet is still required between park users.
Prairie View Recreation Area
Hours – 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
OPEN:
- Trails
- Prairie View Lake
- Boat ramps
- Parking lots
- Playground equipment
- Picnic areas
- Restrooms
The recommended social distancing of six feet is still required between park users.
Sarpy County
Since Chalco Hills Recreation Area is located in Sarpy County, the Papio NRD coordinates with all of its partners in Sarpy County to ensure it is following the same guidelines in order to protect public health while simultaneously providing its constituents a safe recreational outlet.
Chalco Hills Recreation Area
Hours – 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
OPEN:
- Trails
- Wehrspann Lake
- Boat ramps
- Parking lots
- Playground equipment
- Picnic areas
- Restrooms
The recommended social distancing of six feet is still required between park users.
The Papio NRD will update any changes to the status of these recreation areas here on its website.
