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Schramm Park State Recreation Area

Gretna, NE

Schramm Park State Recreation Area
Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). No camping.

About this park

Schramm Park State Recreation Area is home to the former Gretna State Fish Hatchery, the oldest state fish hatchery in Nebraska, which operated for nearly 100 years before the area became a state recreation area in 1937. The Schramm Education Center has aquariums and a geologic fossil display, and a new treehouse classroom is open select hours (call ahead). A trail system of 1.5 to 3 miles includes a suspension bridge, with access to the Platte River. Visitors hike, bike, kayak, picnic, watch birds, and cross-country ski when there is snow. A playground is on site. There is no camping; nearby options include Louisville State Recreation Area, Mahoney State Park, and Platte River State Park. The area is open year-round from sunrise to sunset.

Contact & location

📞 (402) 332-3901
📍 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE, 68028

Nearby state parks

🌲Platte River State Park · Louisville · 3.1 mi
🌲Eugene T. Mahoney State Park · Ashland · 3.3 mi
🌲Louisville State Recreation Area · Louisville · 4.4 mi

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Schramm Park State Recreation Area FAQ

Where is Schramm Park State Recreation Area located?
Schramm Park State Recreation Area is in Gretna, Nebraska, at 21502 West Highway 31. GPS coordinates: 41.02481, -96.25088. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Schramm Park State Recreation Area?
Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). No camping. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Schramm Park State Recreation Area?
You can call (402) 332-3901. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Schramm Park State Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Schramm Park State Recreation Area?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.