The surface of this path is composed of ballast, mowed grass and dirt. For biking, please use fat tires. Be prepared to share the trail with hikers, cross-country skiers and snowmobilers. The ride takes you through farmland, wooded patches and open prairies. Some of the trail is on shared road.

Hikers and cross-country skiers share the path. Watch out for ticks and poison ivy. There is camping available. No fees or permits, except for camping or cabin rental. It is recommended that this be an overnight hike.

Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve covers 1500 acres along the Missouri River and offers a network of trails that explore an area of diverse natural terrain. The River Loop follows a gravel trail on the south side of Mud Lake that travels through both prairie and forest terrain down to the Missouri River. The trail has lots of small ups and downs but no major hills making it a good choice for hikers of all skill levels. The trail continues to the north up past the lake making it easy to customize a much longer hike if desired.

The path consists of old gravel roads and mowed firebreaks. It is open year-round. There will be hikers, hunters and cross-country skiers. Watch out for poison ivy, ticks and sunburn on exposed ridges. No fees or permits required.

In a heavily wooded and fairly mountainous region of Nebraska, the Platte River State Park is situated along the Platte River and nearby both cities of Lincoln and Omaha. The trail begins by traveling along the ridge and then spending the majority of the time climbing and descending through technical areas of dense woodland. Be cautious while on the adventure as it can host bikers, hikers, and other types of users simultaneously. Note that a state park permit is required for entry, and bikers are not allowed from Memorial Day - October before 4:00 PM due to horseback riders.

Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve covers 1500 acres along the Missouri River and offers a network of trails that explore an area of diverse natural terrain. The Lake Loop follows a gravel trail on the west side of Mud Lake that travels through both prairie and forest terrain. The trail has lots of small ups and downs but no major hills making it a good choice for hikers of all skill levels. The trail continues to the south down towards the river for a much longer hike if desired.

Union Grove State Park offers a small trail system of multi-use trails that provide some fun easy-to-moderate riding for mountain bikers. The trails travel through mostly open prairie terrain with some small ups and downs. The trails are mostly dirt and stone but can be overgrown by tall vegetation in spots. There may also be occasional mud in lower segments of the trail. The multi-use trails are also open for horseback riding and hikers so watch out for other users on the trail.

Lewis and Clark Recreation Area is situated on the north side of the lake, on the South Dakota side, and offers excellent opportunity for recreation including miles of hiking and biking trails. This paved pathway travels from the west end of the Gavins Point Section of the park all the way to the east side near the marina and dam. The trail is fairly flat and easy to follow making it a good choice for riders of all skill levels.

With a natural beach, this park is popular during the warmer months. A ramp for boats (you may rent one if desired), there is no limit on horsepower for boat motors). You may hike, have picnics swim and during winter months snowmobiling is allowed. With a concession stand near the beach, food is readily available for purchase. A very popular attraction is Birdwatching.

The Willow Creek Trail is about 95% unpaved, but well groomed and reasonably flat throughout. The trail works for both hikers and bikers with occasional run-ins with a nearby horseback trail. Users will be taken around the Willow Creek Lake; experiencing the Nebraska landscape and lakeside views. Note that hunting is in the area during open seasons and a state park permit is required for entry.