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$219 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$219
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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.
"A great experience staying here! Beautiful place, super clean, comfortable and well stocked. Would recommend a stay here to anyone with kiddos or just yourself!"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Charming 3-bedroom house in Gibbon with waterfront views
Gibbon
With a stay at this vacation home in Gibbon, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Windmill State Recreation Area and Platte River.
Peaceful Location
"We had a wonderful stay at this home.Our days were hot and long in Grand Island. This house was the perfect spot for our group—spacious, clean, and so peaceful. After busy days in the “city”, it was such a treat to come back to a quiet, calming location instead of a crowded hotel.We especially loved ..."
Reviewed on 5 July 2025
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