Windmill State Recreation Area
Lodging Near Windmill State Recreation Area
Sandhill Crane viewing experience of a lifetime in Nebraska on the Platte River!
Gibbon
When you stay at this cabin in Shelton, you'll be on the waterfront and 15 minutes by car from War Axe State Recreation Area.
Incredible
"Worth it 110%. The crane viewing is phenomenal -- from the house you can see them on the river, wake up to them lifting off, watch them in the cornfields all day, watch then come back at sunset, and sleep to their sounds all night (if you want! windows are well sealed if you don't ;). we booked several ..."
Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025
Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!
Shelton
The price is AU$230 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$230
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Located in Shelton, this vacation home is on a lake, a 1-minute drive from Platte River and 9 minutes from War Axe State Recreation Area.
Great stay during the sandhill crane migration
"I picked this space due to the proximity of the Platte River and the sandhill crane viewing experience. I used the blind and it was amazing. I saw thousands of cranes fly and land across the way. As soon as it got dark they popped over closer to me on the river with a thunderous roar. The space has ..."
Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025
New Victorian Inn and Suites
903 2nd Ave, Kearney, NE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$168 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Located in Kearney, New Victorian Inn and Suites is in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Big Apple Fun Center and Museum of Nebraska Art.
"Overall nice place to stay. Could a bit more protein options for breakfast."
Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025
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