Nebraska Game and Parks

Boy drowns at Lake McConaughy

Aug 7, 2026 / Nebraska Game and Parks Commission/Jerry Kane

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission conservation officers are investigating the drowning of a 7-year-old boy at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Are...

Lake Mac launch services best bet as water drops

Aug 7, 2026 / Nebraska Game and Parks Commission/Shawna Richter-Ryerson

Private boat launch services at Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area will provide the best access to Nebraska’s largest lake for the remaind...

Low water hinders access at northwest Nebraska lakes

Aug 7, 2026 / Nebraska Game and Parks Commission/Justin Haag

Low water levels from drought and irrigation are limiting access to lakes in northwestern Nebraska.  Joe Rydell, northwest district fisheries...

Commissioners to consider 2027 mountain lion season

Aug 6, 2026 / Nebraska Game and Parks Commission/Jerry Kane

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will consider recommendations for a 2027 mountain lion hunting season at its Aug. 14 meeting in Blair. The ...

State parks reducing services heading into back-to-school season

Jul 28, 2026 / Nebraska Game and Parks Commission/Jerry Kane

Heading into the back-to-school season, Nebraska Game and Parks state park areas are adjusting operating hours and some services due to a limited w...