Booking for state park camping opens Feb. 1

    On Feb. 1, guests started making camping reservations  for stays at Nebraska state park and recreation areas.
    Guests will be able to book stays for a maximum of 14 days, and will have the ability to make multiple reservations for eligible sites and dates.
    There is no change to the cabin and lodge room reservation booking window, which remains at a year to date.
    In addition to reservable campsites, first-come, first-served campsites are available year-round at all state parks.
    The state park 180-day booking window was determined based on current public health conditions and takes into account statewide and nationwide reservation trends and public input.
    This new reservation window will be evaluated throughout 2021 and may be adjusted in the future, said Game and Parks officials.
    COVID-19 limited the reservation booking window the past year in an effort to increase camping opportunity and satisfy the increased demand for outdoor recreation that resulted.
    “We appreciate the public’s understanding of that action, and we feel rewarded in knowing that the parks are recognized as important and favored destinations,” said Parks Division Administrator Jim Swenson.
    Reservations can now be made at: nebras kastateparks.reserveamerica.com and by phone at 402-471-1414, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT (not available on state holidays).
    Nebraska state park areas will be celebrating their 100th year in 2021, and those booking reservations can look for events that may be scheduled in conjunction with their scheduled visit.
    Enders Lake Recreation Area is among the state parks planning a 100th celebration in June.