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🌳 Parks & Playgrounds for Kids in Millard, NE

35 parks, playgrounds, and outdoor play areas rated and reviewed by families.

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Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Memorial park in Ralston, NE🌳 Park
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5.0(35)Free5 mi · Ralston

Nebraska Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Ralston offers families a meaningful blend of remembrance and recreation. This community park features playground equipment for active play alongside memorial spaces that provide an opportunity to teach children about service and sacrifice in an accessible, outdoor setting.

🕑 1-2 hours
Chalco Hills Recreation Area park in Omaha, NE🌳 Park
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4.7(2,091)Free3 mi away

Chalco Hills Recreation Area is a 650-acre natural oasis perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure in Omaha. With multiple lakes, well-maintained trails suitable for strollers and bikes, and a hands-on nature center, it's an ideal spot to introduce kids to hiking, wildlife watching, and environmental education without venturing far from the city.

🕑 2-4 hours
Halleck Park park in Papillion, NE🌳 Park
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4.7(1,404)Free6 mi · Papillion

Halleck Park is a spacious neighborhood gem in Papillion that delivers everything active families need for a full day of outdoor fun. With modern playground equipment, multiple sports courts and fields, shaded picnic shelters, and expansive lawns perfect for running and playing, this highly-rated park offers something for every member of the family without feeling crowded.

🕑 2-4 hours
Glacier Creek Preserve nature preserve in Waterloo, NE🌿 Nature
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4.7(124)Free9 mi · Waterloo

Glacier Creek Preserve offers families 160+ acres of pristine wetlands and prairies to explore through well-maintained hiking trails perfect for little legs. Kids can spot turtles, frogs, and countless bird species while learning about Nebraska's natural ecosystems through hands-on educational programs that make nature study fun and accessible.

🕑 2-3 hours
Stinson Park park in Aksarben Village, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(1,994)Free6 mi · Aksarben Village

Stinson Park is a spacious neighborhood gem in the heart of Aksarben Village, offering families a perfect blend of active play and relaxation. With its modern playground equipment, multiple sports fields, and generous open spaces for running and picnicking, this park has become a go-to destination for Omaha families seeking quality outdoor time in a safe, well-maintained environment.

🕑 1.5-3 hours
Walnut Creek Recreation Area park in Chalco, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(1,496)Free5 mi · Chalco

Walnut Creek Recreation Area is a sprawling outdoor paradise that offers something for every member of the family. With multiple fishing ponds stocked for young anglers, miles of easy walking trails perfect for strollers, and wide-open green spaces for running and playing, this park delivers a full day of fresh-air fun. The combination of structured activities and open exploration makes it ideal for families who want flexibility in their outdoor adventures.

🕑 3-5 hours for a typical visit, though families often spend an entire day enjoying multiple activities
Standing Bear Lake park in Bennington, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(1,492)Free8 mi · Bennington

Standing Bear Lake is a family-friendly oasis in Bennington offering year-round outdoor fun just minutes from Omaha. With a scenic lake for fishing, paved walking trails perfect for strollers and bikes, a well-maintained playground, and shaded picnic areas, it's an ideal spot for families looking to unplug and enjoy nature without venturing far from the city.

🕑 2-4 hours
Zorinsky Lake Park park in Chalco, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(769)Free2 mi · Chalco

Zorinsky Lake Park is a sprawling outdoor paradise perfect for families who love nature and activity. With its 255-acre lake, multiple playgrounds, paved trails ideal for strollers and bikes, and plenty of space to run, this park offers something for every member of the family whether you're feeding ducks, flying kites, or enjoying a lakeside picnic.

🕑 2-4 hours for a typical visit, though families often spend a full day when combining fishing, playground time, and trail exploration
Walnut Grove Park city park in La Vista, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(563)Free2 mi · La Vista

Walnut Grove Park is a welcoming neighborhood gem in La Vista that perfectly balances active play and relaxation for families. With well-maintained playground structures designed for younger children, shaded picnic areas for family lunches, and basketball courts for energetic kids, this park offers everything you need for a satisfying outdoor adventure without the overwhelming crowds of larger parks.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours
Prairie Queen's Recreation Area park in Chalco, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(324)Free3 mi · Chalco

Prairie Queen's Recreation Area offers families a wonderful escape into nature right in the Chalco area. With well-maintained trails perfect for little legs, open prairie spaces for running and exploring, and excellent wildlife observation opportunities, it's an ideal spot for teaching kids about local ecosystems while burning off energy in the great outdoors.

🕑 1.5-3 hours
Brentwood Park Apartments apartment complex in La Vista, NE🌳 Park
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4.6(223)Free3 mi · La Vista

Brentwood Park Apartments offers a convenient neighborhood park setting ideal for La Vista families looking for a quick outdoor outing close to home. The playground equipment and open green space provide a low-key environment where toddlers and young children can burn energy while parents enjoy a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours
Dundee Presbyterian Church (Omaha, USA) community center in Dundee, NE🛝 Playground
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4.6(52)Free8 mi · Dundee

Tucked away in Omaha's charming Dundee neighborhood, this church-operated playground offers families a peaceful retreat with well-maintained play equipment suitable for various age groups. The community-focused setting provides a safe, welcoming environment where kids can burn energy while parents enjoy the quiet residential atmosphere.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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