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Closure of Platte River SP’s Lincoln Journal Tower extended

BY Jerry Kane ON Nov 17, 2023

Park News

The temporary closure of Platte River State Park’s Lincoln Journal Tower has been extended to Nov. 22, as scheduled maintenance has been delayed by the late arrival of materials.

The 85-foot-tall observation tower, built in 1982, is located next to Walter Scott Jr. Lodge.

The public may access Daugherty Tower, which is located at Mallet Lodge, near the Spray Park.

A vehicle entry permit is required at Platte River SP.

About Jerry Kane

Jerry Kane is the news manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. He can be contacted at jerry.kane@nebraska.gov or 402-471-5008.

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