First time visitor Free parking…read moreEntry fee based on member non member membership kid prices Friendly staff - explained all the look for and what to expect Shop Raptor refuge Exhibits Downstairs rattlesnake turtle kid friendly area Adventure treetop wasn't open while there but it was certainly a neat spot to zip like climb cargo nets do obstacles and in a forest setting, there is also an acorn area for kids to play in a acorn inspired playground Forest filled with trails flat hilly wraps around well defined - each trail with a little of history - boardwalk leads to overlooking the Missouri Plenty of signs to figure where you are at - very safe for solo and group travelers The raptor refuge was a pleasant surprise and also sad as multiple birds have had some type of Incident occur that would not allow them to go back into the wild but really glad they are taken care of by passionate staff individuals Steve shared with us Aero - great storyteller indeed Really would recommend to anyone who just wants to explore the outdoors and see a little bit of everything from water to bridges and tree line paths and hear the silence to enjoy the scenery Due note if you have to leave, you are able to come back (so yes to in and out privilege)

When we were choosing to purchase the Fontenelle Forest TreeRush tickets, we were originally hoping…read moreto head to a competitor (who we had tried before) but I'm super glad we ended up at TreeRush! We had purchased our passes ahead of time because we were a party of 8 and wanted to make sure we were all together. We bought the family pack which includes climbing gloves, which are a requirement. If you have 4 people attending, this is your best deal. They do also offer some "try it" deals that seem to be a good value. So keep your eye peeled if you're looking to save some cash. After check in, the staff sends you to the harness area where you get strapped in and watch a short safety video. Then a guide teaches you about your mechanism as you're responsible for all your moves on the course. (You can call for staff if you need assistance while on the course. They had a lot of available staff.) The kids did a ton of different courses. I did the black first (with the kids, who left me in the dust). It is highly recommended that you don't do black first, but here I was ... well I completed the entire course so I guess there's some bragging rights but next time I'll stick to the other [easier] courses.

I was in town with my sister who was in town for a work event and I came along for the ride. I came…read moreto the OVI for some suggestions of what to see while here. The ladies at the OVI provided some really great suggestions, especially as the weather was not up to par for outside events. I was given pamphlets of things to see and do as well as suggestions to eat. Some of the places I knew about but there were places, like the Jocelyn Castle, that I wasn't aware of and even while at dinner with locals from her job, they were not aware of. I highly recommend that if you are visiting, that you stop in and get some information from the locals that may take you places that you hadn't planned to go, but glad you went.

When we go to visit a city, we look online to see all the exciting things to do, and we pick up…read morevarious pamphlets, maps, etc along our journey. It's great to learn about and go to all these places! And sometimes we forget that OUR city has a lot of great places as well. Even ones that we don't know about, or ones that have changed since we were kids. I'm talking about OMAHA. The Visitor Information Center is in the Old Market, and while you are here (maybe to spend time in our fantastic newly-renovated city park!) you can drop in to this volunteer-staffed office and look through the plentiful and well-organized pamphlets, and also talk with people who are familiar with the things our city has to offer!

This building is mostly offices. There's not a lot to see inside except for the gift shop, a small…read moretheater, and maps on the wall of the Lewis and Clark trail. They have also the unigrids (brochures) that you can find in each of the National Parks. The gift shop has nice items like badges, magnets, shirts, caps, books, national parks passports, animal/insect figures, stuffed toys, pens, etc. The rangers were very nice and answered questions well. They can allow you to see the 25-minute video about the Lewis and Clark expedition which was very informative. You can access the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge at the back from here where you can find the Nebraska/Iowa state line.

This is a pretty large visitor's center! It's pretty roomy, with multiple scattered displays about…read morethe area, Lewis and Clark's travels, and artifacts. There's a film that you can request to play (although it feels like it needs updating from the video quality), as well as a gift shop. Near the bathrooms is a whole display of NPS brochures about nearby NPS sites. In the back of the center is a well maintained garden with native plants and informational displays. The path is pea gravel so it is well draining. From there you can walk along the river, or walk on the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge.

me and my family have come here every time we visit Nebraska City, it is very family friendly and…read moreencourages the curiosity of our Pioneer friends Lewis and Clark's amazing journey. So many cool things to experience here, highly recommend visiting!

Surprised in how modern the exhibits are and interactive! It is 2 stories and a basement as well as…read moretrails with great views. You can tell a-lot of effort went into preserving & creating the environment if engaged learning. Definitely worth a stop and lots for kids to do. Like all National park sites do t forget to get your Passport stamp and do the Junior Tanger program! There is an entry fee

The museum is very beautiful and you can tell there was no expense spared. It's a shame they won't…read moreuse all that money to feed, clothe,house and succor the disenfranchised - as opposed to paying homage to the dead. Very sad. I guess they forgot about what would Jesus do?

Winter Quarters Visitors Center is NOT in Council Bluffs, Iowa.The correct address is 3215 State…read moreStreet, Omaha. It's 15 minutes from this Council Bluffs location. Winter Quarters is a terrific 30-75 minute visit with a 16 min video, visitors center, and the cemetery. And it's free. The kids love pushing the handcart and the log cabin and the covered wagon. The museum tells the story of Winter Quarters and also about the 90,000 pioneers traveling the 1300 miles from Nauvoo to Salt Lake from 1846-1890. A really cool interactive map shows all the different companies coming by wagon, handcart, train, and over the oceans by steamship and sailing ship- so you can look for the company your ancestor traveled in. You can find who is buried in the cemetery, maybe it's your great grandmother! This is a great place to learn about the pioneers heritage. The guides are so pleasant and helpful.

I don't know what to say aside from Omaha knows how to do a riverfront…read more Living in Kansas City our riverfront is really underdeveloped and I left here dreaming of what I wish could happen in my own hometown. This area boasts an urban beach, some really nice and fun swings and chairs, and what I would consider to be one of the best playgrounds I've taken my kids to. It feels safe, it's clean, and it's filled with families enjoying these free amenities to the city. My kids loved it and I left really impressed. Next time we are in Omaha with the kids this will be a must stop for us!

This is one of the 3 Riverfront parks that recently received a multi-million dollar renovation. And…read moreit looks amazing. Some of the parks features include sand volleyball courts, a restroom facility, water fountains, fire pits, Adirondack chairs, and an urban beach, the Labor Statue, a nice marina, an amazing playground, glider swings, and paved walkways. They also have umbrella tables and chairs for visitors take advantage of. This park is relatively new, being dedicated in 2020 and it spans about 23 acres. The park leads to the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge. The fenced in playground is awesome. It has a few water features, a couple of towering rocket themed jungle gyms with slides and bridges, a couple of spinning net climbers, a trojan horse, a pile of tree trucks to climb on, and a zip line. There is also a sand area for kids to get messy. It is a very impressive playground. It is on artificial grass and gravel and there are benches placed around the area for caregivers to sit while their little ones play. This is a very nice park that overlooks the Missouri River and not only give you a scenic view of the River, but of Iowa, across the river and the Kerrey Bridge (which is extra awesome at night). The investment in this park was money well spent. I really enjoyed this park. I stopped here on my way the the Kerrey Bridge and chose to hang out there a bit. This park hosts special events on occasion. I hear that it can get crazy during some of them and to avoid the park, if possible. There is a huge open cement pad behind the Kiewit Luminarium. It has a few tables, but is otherwise pretty open. I spent about an hour here and could have easily spent a half day or more. Omaha has some awesome parks. I highly recommend checking this park out and spending some time here.

Absolutely gorgeous park with stellar views of Iowa and Nebraska!…read more Easy to navigate and offers a lot of great trails. Parking is all over with multiple trail head entrances. Offers peaks and valleys and I was lucky enough to see a sunset, and really enjoyed my time here. I would come back again.

We had a lovely hike thanks to all trails. Only a $5 fee and you have access to this beautiful…read morenature center. We took the chute and heritage trail loop. A little under three miles and brings you to the top of a ridge for panoramic views, deep forestry and ends with an awesome "chute" trail. The trails were marked clearly and maintained. I felt very safe and had service the whole time. It's also dog friendly. Can't wait to return for more adventures.

If you make it to Ashland, this is a must stop for families. They have lots of animals, walking…read moretrails, and playgrounds. The kids loved the petting area with rabbits and the cutest unicorn goat ever! You will love the giant insect structures. Be sure to check out the black bears. They love to wrestle.

Super fun! Loved the bug exhibit! I love that they have kept this up over the years. I was able to…read moretake my 6 year old with me and share in the memories that I made as a child. Only bummer is that the Wildlife education building and petting zoo were closed. We went on a Wednesday afternoon.

Fantastic museum! So much more to see here than I initially imagined. So many items to look at and…read morelearn about Iowa's history. The welcome center has a lot of information and wonderful gifts to buy. They had a farmers market going on while we were there as well with local fruits, vegetables and other items.

Really neat place. I especially enjoyed the one-room school house. Wonderful antiques and exhibits…read moreto look at. I bought some cherry juice made locally. After I was given a sample I couldn't resist! Some exhibit halls are air conditioned and there's plenty of picnic tables and benches placed around the grounds. A beautiful hill and easy trails. Even a couple of Geocaches to find! Gift shop is super nice. Staff are super nice. One woman even went outside with me and helped me find a Geocache. Wonderful stop. Great for all ages. There's a really cute train area outside for the kiddos and plenty of photo ops!