Lake Zorinsky in Omaha is such a great outdoor spot -- so clean and well-maintained, with plenty of…read morespace for biking, walking, and enjoying the lake views. One of the highlights is the new fully inclusive playground -- it's thoughtfully designed with ramps, wheelchair-accessible swings, and fun features for kids of all abilities, making it a great destination for families. Cyclists will appreciate the addition of air and tools for on-the-fly bike repairs, which makes stopping here even more convenient. I also love the recent trail improvements at 168th Street -- the updated sections make riding and walking around the park feel smoother and safer. Whether you're out for a spin, a stroll, or a family day, Lake Zorinsky is a must-visit outdoor escape in West Omaha!

It's been ages since I've been to Zorinsky, but my husband and I enjoyed a walk on the trails this…read moreafternoon with our baby. There are miles and miles of paved trails and lots of access points. It's definitely busier than some other area lakes, but I don't mind that. There are many areas to stop for a picnic, parks, and a water park as well. This is a great spot for families!

Very nice park. The river walk and observation deck were very nice as well. A festival was going…read moreon when I was there, complete with a military band from Moffitt Air Force Base. Worth a stop

I was so happy to be able to attend the Christmas Midwest fest! I was so happy to see all of the…read morevendors, ice sculptures, music, and carolers. It was such a joy to be able to feel the Christmas spirit in this space. I love the skating ribbon too! There is so much to see and do in this park. I like coming here in the warmer months too just to sit and read a few pages of a book in the summer sun. I appreciate how clean this space is! It makes me want to come back again and again! I highly recommend you take a visit!

One of Omaha's signature parks. Nice playground for kids…read more Lots of picnic tables and grills. A pavilion. Quaint if slightly sketchy grotto. A baseball field. Lots of mature trees and a walking path. Even a pool and a golf course! This is a great space for public events, such as an Earth Day celebration I recently attended. It is by UNO campus and that can impact traffic and parking sometimes. Still, a really nice green space here in the city.

This is one of our favorite local playgrounds and a great place to run or host a work picnic! There…read moreare lots of toys set up for toddlers to play in the summer time.

First time visitor Free parking, no fee…read more Dog friendly Jogger stroller runner walker friendly Kid friendly Plenty to see with open clean trails that wrap around go on a hill and connect back Many trees both sunny and shady Fall was showing its colors Christmas trees in a small area Felt safe indeed - would certainly return and recommend to taking a stroll in this hidden gem

I hadn't ever been to the Arboretum but frequently drive past. I decided to give it a whirl with my…read moremom friend and our kids while we had a warmer day this winter. It is a very large area spanning from Blondo to the inner state with many different trails and paved paths. The reason I'm more of a 4 vs. a 5 is because paths aren't super clearly marked and it will change from paved, to wood chips, to gravel. A bonus if you need a place to hang with your pet is that they allow dogs!

A great trail for cyclists and runners! Connecting to other trails like West Papio and Bellevue…read moreLoop....these provide over 30+ miles of continuous access away from the public roads. Only downside is that there are not a lot of trees and you're exposed to wind and the sun for most stretches of the trail.

Great neighborhood park with a playground, basketball court, tennis court and walking path…read more Spend an hour or 4 here and enjoy the outdoors.

Best park in even being a little dated. Large slides and safe steps for easy approach with little…read moreones. The best part is there's a large green space surrounding the park so if you're worried about the littles running, they have a long time before they get up the hill and to the streets. Having two under 2 to look after at this park was fairly easy, (relative to other parks because it's never easy ).

This is the Rockbrook Area's best kept little secret. It's off 100th and center and if you didn't…read moreknow you were looking for it, you might miss. There quite a bit of playground area with a few different pieces that keep the kids entertained for 1-1.5 hours. It does get busy so I suggest coming early. This is definitely a neighborhood mom's spot which can be fun for socializing, but not as much lately with Covid-19. They do not santize equipment so bring your redi-wipes if you do come. Love this park, and do recommend!

Okay so Omaha, you know how to do parks. I have no notes. I think my hometown of KC can take a page…read morefrom Omaha's book and model a downtown park like this. This park is BIG it has great play areas for kids, beautiful landscaping for adults, and for the most part felt safe. I wish we had this here and I applaud Omaha for prioritizing this in their downtown area.

I always enjoy the Gene Leahy Mall, and especially in the summertime! I always bring all my…read morevisitors from out of state here and have made so many great memories. It is beautiful, especially at night, and a great way to get active and take a walk! The structures are very artistic and beautiful, and the lighting is perfect. I also like the variety of seating.

There are some nice exhibits and gardens here; however, more maintenance is needed for much of the…read moregrounds. We liked the monument stones which detail past U.S. Presidents, Nebraska governors, etc.; nevertheless, they need to be updated for recent elections. The gazebo exhibit includes several interesting displays of President and Betty Ford along with audio recordings.

This was near my hotel and it was pleasant garden to visit. It is well maintained and lookout for…read morewho's peeking through the bushes

The Omahawaks air field is at this park, and it's so neat! There is a full air strip for the…read moreOmahawks planes to fly. I see planes flying around when I walk, but we just went to the airshow over Labor Day Weekend. It's a neat area off the Fort st. entrance. There is seating and a picnic area as well. Make A Wish was there selling food and drink as apart of their fundraiser. I hope to learn more and come back for more shows as the kids were enamored with the sights.

I walk around Standing Bear often and it's a beautiful trail. Very well kept, not too busy, with…read morebeautiful views. Great place to take young kids learning to ride a bike as it's pretty flat.

A great set of playground equipment. My toddlers loved the variety of slides, a tunnel, and…read moreclimbing. Lots of room to run around and very safe!

Omaha local here; Arrived at the park, first impression, AWESOME!!!! Wide open green field area to…read moreplay, fresh cut grass, little to no weeds. Play space is large and excellent! Large, med, and small slides for all ages. Monkey bars, slide bar, tunnel, soft sand ground. Excellent shaded gazebo with 6picnic tables underneath. Plenty of adult shaded seating. Swings for big kids and little kids. Bridge and walking path, partially shaded with beautiful tree cover. Outdoor exercise equipment along walking path. Definitely recommend this park.