This Man Made Swimming Hole In Nebraska Is Ideal For Both The Young And Old
Catherine Armstrong
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Pawnee Plunge Water Park in Nebraska is a nice, cool swimming hole to get to when temperatures heat up in the Cornhusker State. However, this one isn’t found in a river or a pond; it’s a man-made swimming hole in Nebraska that’s so full of fun, you’ll feel like a kid on summer vacation, no matter your age.
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Visit the City of Columbus Parks and Recreation on the web for hours, season, and more information about Pawnee Plunge. Have you visited this water park in Nebraska? Tell us about your experience in the comments!
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What are the most well-known parks in Nebraska?
There are eight state parks in Nebraska. In Ashland, there’s the 673-acre Eugene Mahoney State Park. Here, you can hike, fish, and bike, as well as camp in either a tent or rent a cabin. There is also a ropes course and ziplining available in addition to horseback riding. Chadron State Park is in the Nebraska National Forest. This 974-acre park was the Cornhusker State’s first and offers several activities for visitors such as hiking, fishing, horseback riding, and even camping.
What are the most beautiful lakes in Nebraska?
There are over two dozen lakes in Nebraska to enjoy when the weather is nice. In Keith County, you’ll find 3,500-acre Lake McConaughy, the state’s largest and one of the best places to swim in Nebraska. Here, you can relax at one of the beaches, swim, fish, boat, tube, and more. There’s also a visitor’s center with an aquarium and exhibits. The 112-acre Holmes Lake is located in Lincoln. Here, you can take part in some of the best water activities like canoeing, kayaking, jet skiing, and fishing. Just note that swimming is not allowed here.
What is the weather like in Nebraska in the summer?
Being a Midwest state, Nebraska gets pretty hot (as well as humid) in the summer. The average summer high is about 85 to 90 degrees, with July seeing the hottest temperatures. And don’t be surprised to see the thermometer read triple digits, maybe even as high as 115 degrees. And if the heat and humidity aren’t enough, Nebraska also experiences summer thunderstorms, which, at times, can get to be pretty intense. When it’s not storming, consider cooling off at a water park in Nebraska.