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Heron Haven

11809 Old Maple Road, Omaha, NE 68164
(402) 493-4303
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Also seen from the boardwalk. Painted turtles basking on a log.
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Ranked #29 of 65 attractions in Omaha
4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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“Excellent place to relax and enjoy the view of the river.”
- May 20, 2012
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omaha
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11 reviews 11 reviews
“Excellent place to relax and enjoy the view of the river.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Its got good drinks, good food, and is right on the river. You get and occasional air boat that stops to eat and sometimes there is great music playing. It is a popular stop for many drive by bikers and its just a great place to enjoy some outdoors. More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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22 reviews 22 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Underdeveloped, but peaceful setting”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012

There wasn't a lot to see or do while there, but it definitely provides a nice tranquil setting More

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Chicago, Il
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“A walk on the wild side!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2011

We recently visited Omaha and stopped by the Heron Haven Wetland Sanctuary. They were in the middle of a restoration project, but we were able to hike the paths and we saw a variety of wildlife. We stopped into the building and met Ione Werthman and heard her story of how she got involved in saving the wetlands. The history... More

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Washington
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21 reviews 21 reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“A precious wetland restoration project that is a wildlife paradise.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2011
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Bring your camera and walk quietly. You may see marmot, mink, muskrat, fox, black tail deer, and raccoon. Don't forget to gaze up. Turkey vulture, Red tailed hawk, Cardinal, Yellow warbler. Do not miss the blind overlooking the water. Blue Heron, Green Heron, Egret, Canadian Geese, ducks of all kinds, and turtles! The boardwalks are extraordinary! Walk out and sit... More

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