Walnut Creek Recreation Area
3245 Lillian Lashley Cir, Papillion, NE 68046
475 acres · 4 miles of trails
In Papillion, Nebraska, the 105-acre Sarpy County lake recreation area with fishing and trails allows leashed dogs. Features include shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Pack fishing licenses if combining activities.
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- Park
- Walnut Creek Recreation Area
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Papillion, Nebraska
- Coordinates
- 41.1361, -96.0686
- Size
- 475 acres
- Trail miles
- 4
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 475 acres of room
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Dog policy
Sarpy County 105-acre lake recreation area with fishing and trails. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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