Lake Minatare State Recreation Area
"Gering visitors often come for a quick day trip to the lake for fishing, boating, or a beach outing. It is close enough for an easy family excursion without a long drive."
A scenic western Nebraska lake destination for boating, fishing, camping, and birdwatching.
Guernsey State Park
"Gering visitors are drawn to the park’s water activities and dramatic scenery. It is close enough for a day on the reservoir or a relaxed picnic outing."
A reservoir park with boating, fishing, camping, and dramatic canyon scenery.
Chadron State Park
"Gering residents and visitors from the Scottsbluff area often use Chadron State Park for camping and lake activities. It offers a forested contrast to the open plains around the valley."
Nebraska's oldest state park, known for Pine Ridge scenery, camping, fishing, and outdoor recreation.