Willow Creek State Recreation Area is a hidden gem of relaxation on the plains in Northeast Nebraska. The park covers over 1,600 acres of wooded grounds that surround a 700 acre lake. The mature cottonwood and oak trees make for a comfortable retreat by shadowing more than 160 spacious campsites. Many of the sites are reservable, electrical sites are paved and level, and the shower houses are clean and maintained.
The park also includes an equestrian camp and corral area away from the other camps. There are plenty of opportunities for hiking and biking along the 8-mile crushed limestone bike path among the trees, which encircle the lake. The space between campsites at this park is very generous, which makes for a pleasant stay. Fishing and non-motorized boating is allowed outside of the roped-off swimming beach. This park is a bit unique in that it hosts a challenging 9-hole disc golf course as well as multiple geocaches.
The hardwood trees in the park put on a spectacular show of color every year as the air cools in Nebraska. Plan ahead as there is no dump station at the site. Campers may use the station located behind the county courthouse in the town of Pierce, which is only 2 miles from the park. One can stop for fuel and stock up on groceries while in town.
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