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The Walnut Creek Recreation Area is one of the smallest lakes in the series of flood control projects implemented under the auspices of the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resource District. It does however offer a number of amenities including a 3 mile trail that surreptitiously connects to the West Papio trail. Other attractions include restrooms, drinking fountains, a playground, picnic areas, an equestrian trail and a host of outdoor activities including fishing, camping, and boating. The trail is serpentine and flat with the exception of a straight run across the top of the dam and a steep winding grade near the parking lot.

As noted in our aerial trail map, you can connect to the West Papio via an underground crossing of Highway 370 on the northeast side of the lake. From there, you may take any number of streets through the neighborhood to Lincoln Street where the path can be picked up again. A connector trail is currently under construction that will eliminate the need to traverse the neighborhood route and shorten the distance slightly.


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walnut_creek-smTRAIL STATISTICS:

  • Length: 3 miles
  • Surface: Paved - 10 foot wide concrete.
  • Difficulty: Easy at lake trail (Connector to West Papio: Moderate)

 

ACTIVITIES:

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TRAILBLAZING:
This trail connects to West Papio trail to the north. The Mopac trail to Lincoln is only 3 miles to the west but is available only by the highway or Schramm Road (neither have paths or walks currently).

 

TRAIL REVIEWS:

Downsides:

  • Pedestrian traffic can be heavy during holidays and the peak of summer
  • Watch for children near the playground which abuts a small portion of the path

Upsides:

  • Adequate parking most days
  • Scenic view of the lake from most of the trail
  • Easy access off of Highway 370
  • No road crossings
  • Picnic areas and a playground.
  • Activities including fishing, equestrian trail, and camping
 
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