$27 / night

Established Camping

Duck Creek Recreation Area

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Duck Creek Recreation Area, near Peru, Nebraska, is a solid spot for those looking to enjoy some time outdoors. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it’s got what you need for a comfortable stay, including picnic tables and fire pits for evening gatherings.

Fishing is a big draw here, with great opportunities right off the bank. One visitor mentioned, “Fishing is great right off the bank,” so if you’re into casting a line, you’re in luck. The area also features a nice beach and swimming area, perfect for cooling off on warm days.

Families will appreciate the playgrounds and the spacious layout, which allows for some social distancing if needed. The park is new and well-maintained, with clean facilities and paved walking trails that make it accessible for everyone. Plus, you might spot some wildlife like pelicans and herons while you’re out exploring.

If you’re looking for a quiet weekend getaway, Duck Creek is a great choice. It’s close to the Steamboat Trace Hiking/Biking Trail, so you can easily mix in some hiking or biking during your stay. Whether you’re here for a day or planning a longer trip, this area has plenty to offer for a relaxing outdoor experience.

Description

County

Opened in the spring of 2018, Duck Creek Recreation Area is the District’s fifth public recreation area featuring a 62-acre lake approximately 5 miles northwest of Peru, Nebraska, in Nemaha County. The park encompasses about 200 acres.

Camping: (no reservations; all first-come, first-served) Tent camping (no fee)

RV camping 28 pads w/electrical hookups @ $16/night, cash or check only (all pads have 50 amp service)-first come, first served

"Reserving" campsites is prohibited Only RVs/campers allowed on campsites; must be attended (see rules for more information) No dump station or water hookups Drinking water (hydrants)

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Location

Duck Creek Recreation Area is located in Nebraska

Coordinates

40.49522108 N
95.80904328 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

Stay Connected

WiFi
Good
Verizon
Poor
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Pets
Fires

Contact

General Info

Reservations

+14023353325

Drive Time

57 min from Lincoln
1 hr from Omaha
1 hr 15 min from St. Joseph
2 hrs 7 min from Manhattan

A H.

Guide

Reviewed Mar. 5, 2021

Great fishing, new campground

Fishing is great right off the bank. NRD permit required. Lots of sites but majority are on top of the hill away from the water.

Claudette W.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 29, 2020

Nice new campground.

Many people come here daily during the pandemic to get exercise, to fish and enjoy the outdoors. There is room to keep up social distancing.

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Month of VisitApril

Caitlin R.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 13, 2019

Our go to campground!

We love Duck Creek! It has everything you would need in a campground! Excellent playgrounds for kids, swimming and beach area, bathrooms, and depending where you park, a beautiful view of the lake and the miles of Peru bottoms around it!

Charles C.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2018

New Campground by Secluded Lake

This park is a beautiful lake. We saw white pelicans and blue herons on this visit but it is not uncommon to see hawks, owls, and eagles in the area. This is a new park dedicated this year by the Nemaha NRD: sort of a multi-county natural resource agency found exclusively in Nebraska.

The picnic tables, vault toilets, paved walking trails, playground equipment are all new and well laid out. Gravel slabs with electrical hookup are only $12 a night but that is deceiving because you need to purchase a $5 day pass or $15 annual pass to come to the park. Yet even the some of the primitive sites have slabs for a pop-up and did not appear to cost anything beyond your vehicle pass.

The lake is too small for any boat with more than a trolling motor (there is a boat ramp) and should be outstanding for a kayak or canoe. Fishing should be great here. Paved trail and wide gravel slabs with raised fire pits should make this a great rustic getaway for handicapped campers. There is even a paved path to the end of a jetty of fishing in the lake.

This park is close to the Steamboat Trace Hiking/Biking Trail which is a 26-mile trail following the bluffs and coming within spitting distance of the Missouri River. Peru Nebraska is close, home of one of the oldest colleges this side of the Mississippi. Peru is also close for limited supplies such as Ice and band-aids. Auburn and Nebraska City are both about 10 miles away, Neb City has a Walmart.

I think this park is best for a quiet weekend getaway. I recommend you contact the NRD for an annual pass and take advantage of the other parks they operate. You could hike or Bike the Trace and tent camp for free!

Month of VisitSeptember

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Duck Creek Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Duck Creek Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Duck Creek Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is unknown.

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