Standing Bear Lake

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Park
Locally known as "Standing Bear"

Standing Bear Lake

Free220 acres
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A 135-acre lake surrounded by trails, a nature center, and one of the best kayak launches in the metro. Located in northwest Omaha, Standing Bear offers fishing, paddle sports, and a quieter alternative to the larger lakes.

Hours
5 AM – 11 PM Daily
Admission
Free
Address
6404 N 132nd St, Omaha, NE 68164
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220
Acres
135 ac
Lake
20 ft
Max depth
2
Trails

Things to do

3
  • Kayak & SUP
    Apr–Oct

    Popular kayak and paddleboard spot. Public launch near main parking area.

  • Fishing
    Year-round

    Multiple access points around the lake. Pier and shoreline fishing.

  • Birding
    Year-round

    Wooded shoreline attracts warblers, woodpeckers, and waterbirds.

Trail map

Each color is one trail. A name in the legend opens that trail's page.

Trails

2 listed

On the water

Acres

135

Rules
Electric motors onlyNo swimmingStandard Nebraska regulations
Spots
Fishing pier near main parkingShoreline access north sideBank fishing near dam
License

Required for ages 16+ — Nebraska permit

Species
  • Largemouth Bass

    Good populations

  • Channel Catfish

    Stocked regularly

  • Bluegill

    Plentiful along shore

  • Walleye

    Occasional catches

Max Depth

20 ft

License URL

https://outdoornebraska.gov

Amenities

RestroomsKayak LaunchFishing PierPlaygroundNature CenterParking

Park rules

  • Kayaks and canoes
  • Leashed dogs
  • Fishing with license
  • Electric boat motors
  • Gas-powered boats
  • Swimming
  • Jet skis
  • Camping