The Papio NRD will close all river access parks to the Elkhorn and Platte rivers for the season on November 1st.
The access sites include Elkhorn Crossing, Graske Crossing, West Maple Road, and Platte River Landing.
The access sites will reopen April 1st, 2025.
The Papio NRD will open the Elkhorn and Platte River access sites for the season on April 1st.
The access sites include:
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 7 feet or above.
River access ramps may need to be cleaned of silt, debris and safety inspected before reopening.
You can find out whether the access sites are open or closed throughout the season here:
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!
The Papio NRD will open the Elkhorn and Platte River access sites for the season on April 1st.
The access sites include:
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.
You can find out whether the access sites are open or closed throughout the season here:
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!
Sorry folks, we know this is not the news you want to hear.
All of the Papio NRD river access sites will be closed indefinitely due to the recent flooding. These include:
The campground at Elkhorn Crossing Rec. Area will also be closed for the season. Our crews are working as quickly as possible to get the access sites back in shape.
We truly appreciate your understanding.