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Wagontrain Lake

Hickman, Iowa · Lancaster County

Wagon Train Lake, NE, is a State Recreation Area located two miles east of Hickman. This 315-acre lake has a boat ramp and a dog training area. Camping facilities at this site include 28 camp pads with electrical hook-ups, primitive campsites, a playground, three picnic areas, and a swim beach. Wagon Train allows boati…

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Wagontrain Lake

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High52°F
Avg Low40°F
Peak Rain Chance2%
Humidity80%
UV (avg)3
Today
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Overcast
48°/44°
💧 1%🌬 17mph
↑ 7:00 AM ↓ 5:19 PM
Thu
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Light Drizzle
45°/39°
💧 2%🌬 16mph
↑ 7:01 AM ↓ 5:18 PM
Fri
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Overcast
52°/37°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:02 AM ↓ 5:17 PM
Sat
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Overcast
54°/41°
🌬 7mph
↑ 7:03 AM ↓ 5:15 PM
Sun
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Partly Cloudy
60°/40°
🌬 8mph
↑ 7:04 AM ↓ 5:14 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Wagontrain Lake

Wagon Train Lake, NE, is a State Recreation Area located two miles east of Hickman. This 315-acre lake has a boat ramp and a dog training area. Camping facilities at this site include 28 camp pads with electrical hook-ups, primitive campsites, a playground, three picnic areas, and a swim beach. Wagon Train allows boating under 5 mph. A State Park Permit is required for entry.

Plan Your Visit to Wagontrain Lake

Heading to Wagontrain Lake? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Wagontrain Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Wagontrain Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/297) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Wagontrain Lake?

Located 21 miles south of Lincoln, northeast and two miles east of Hickman. The entrance is just off S. 110th Street.

How do I contact Wagontrain Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (402)-996-3766.