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Wagon Train State Recreation Area

Hickman, NE

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Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type.

About this park

Wagon Train State Recreation Area is two miles east of Hickman and within 25 miles of Lincoln, with 746 acres of land and a 315-acre lake. Visitors picnic, camp, watch wildlife, bike, and use a playground, and hunting and fishing are allowed. There are over 100 picnic tables, 109 grills, and one shelter. Lake levels are still low following 2022 renovations and drought, which affects swimming, boating, and fishing. Hunting is permitted in designated portions from the first Tuesday after Labor Day through spring turkey season. Camping is first-come, first-served, with 28 electric sites (20-, 30-, and 50-amp) and 80 non-pad sites without electricity. Water, primitive restrooms, and a dump station are provided. Cabins and lodge rooms can be reserved up to a year ahead.

Contact & location

📞 (402) 796-2362
📍 1850 S. 110th St., Hickman, NE, 68372

Nearby state parks

🌲Stagecoach State Recreation Area · Hickman · 3.9 mi
🌲Bluestem State Recreation Area · Martell · 11.2 mi
🌲Olive Creek State Recreation Area · Hallam · 14.1 mi

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Wagon Train State Recreation Area FAQ

Where is Wagon Train State Recreation Area located?
Wagon Train State Recreation Area is in Hickman, Nebraska, at 1850 S. 110th St.. GPS coordinates: 40.63255, -96.58468. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Wagon Train State Recreation Area?
Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Wagon Train State Recreation Area?
You can call (402) 796-2362. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Wagon Train State Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Wagon Train 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 If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.