Schramm Park State Recreation Area

Schramm Park is a 331-acre recreation area along the north side of the Platte River with wooded trails, canyon ponds, and educational facilities. The site features diverse landscapes with water and forest areas that support hiking, biking, and water-based recreation.

The site contains Nebraska's first fish hatchery, founded in 1882 and operated for nearly a century. The historic facility later transformed into a recreation and education area.

The education center displays interactive exhibits about Nebraska's ecosystems through aquariums and terrariums that showcase local species. Visitors can observe the region's animal diversity up close through these displays.

The park is accessible from Interstate 80 at exit 432 and requires an entry permit for activities like hiking, biking, and kayaking. Visitors should prepare for varying trail conditions and bring appropriate gear depending on the season.

Students participate in the Trout in the Classroom program by raising rainbow trout fingerlings and releasing them into the canyon ponds. This project connects conservation with hands-on learning for young people.