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Sports & Recreation for Kids in Waterloo, NE

5 sports facilities, recreation centers, and athletic activities rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Waterloo

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Waterloo-Discovery Center Trail hiking area in Waterloo, NE🧗 Adventure
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This paved trail in Waterloo offers families an easy, accessible way to explore the outdoors together through walking, biking, or scootering. With smooth surfaces perfect for strollers and training wheels, it connects neighborhoods while providing a safe space for kids to practice riding skills and parents to squeeze in some exercise alongside their little ones.

🕑 1-2 hours depending on how far you walk or bike and how many stops you make
GolfTRK - Elkhorn indoor golf course in Elkhorn, NE Sports
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5.0(10)$3 mi · Elkhorn

GolfTRK Elkhorn is a versatile multi-sport entertainment facility that keeps kids active year-round, rain or shine. With batting cages for future ballplayers, miniature golf for the whole family, a driving range for aspiring golfers, and climate-controlled indoor activities, it's the perfect spot for families who want sports fun without weather worries.

🕑 2-3 hours
Waterloo Community Center community center in Waterloo, NE🏛️ Community Center
Photo: Jeff Smith

Waterloo Community Center serves as a welcoming hub for families in Waterloo, Nebraska, offering a variety of youth programs, sports activities, and community events throughout the year. With its 4.5-star rating and reputation as a family-friendly gathering space, it's a go-to destination for local families looking for structured activities and community connection in a safe, accessible environment.

🕑 1-3 hours depending on the activity or program
James P. McNeil Soccer Complex athletic field in Waterloo, NE Sports
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The James P. McNeil Soccer Complex is Waterloo's go-to destination for active families who love the beautiful game. With multiple well-maintained fields, it's perfect for watching your kids play in youth leagues, joining informal family pick-up games, or simply letting the little ones run off energy in the wide-open green spaces.

🕑 1-2 hours for practice sessions or casual play; 2-3 hours for tournament days
Elkhorn Ridge Golf Course golf course in Elkhorn, NE Sports
Photo: Thomas Cross
3.5(71)$3 mi · Elkhorn

Elkhorn Ridge Golf Course offers an excellent introduction to golf for kids of all skill levels, with dedicated junior golf programs that teach the fundamentals in a welcoming environment. Beyond traditional golf, families can enjoy FootGolf,a fun hybrid of soccer and golf that's perfect for active kids who might not be ready for traditional golfing yet.

🕑 2-3 hours for a FootGolf round or driving range session; junior program lessons typically last 45-60 minutes

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