Merritt Reservoir State Park Recreation Area has exceptional dark skies and has been recognized as tops for "astrotourism." (Courtesy of Nebraska Game and Parks Commission) LINCOLN — Nebraska’s remote ...

Camping is popular at the park, and many visitors bring their telescopes, as Merritt is known internationally for its stargazing opportunities. In 2022, the park became the first Nebraska site ...

LINCOLN — A family fishing event, hosted by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and the Nebraska Walleye Association, is scheduled Saturday at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area. The event, ...

KEENAN GREG WAGNER PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NEBRASKA GAME AND PARKS JOINING US THIS MORNING. YOU KNOW THE TEMPERATURES ARE RISING GREG. YEAH IT FEELS LIKE SUMMER SUMMER IF YOU CAN’T TELL FROM THE ...