Discover the many ways to explore Seward County. From boutiques to breweries and museums to eateries – experience the many different places that make Seward County unique. Embrace the beauty of a slower pace within our historic downtown districts and gravel roads that connect our little booming towns, fueling our Midwest way of life.
coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, wineries and more
Food+Beverages
Beaver crossing:
Cordova:
Garland:
The Corner Bar
Goehner:
Milford:
Shari’s Grill & Bar
Pizza Hut
Squire Ward’s Public House
Staplehurst:
utica:
small town charm and one-of-a-kind treasures
Shopping+Services
there’s plenty to explore
Experiences+Events
Disc Golf Course in Seward
Plum Creek Sports Complex in Seward
Plum Creek Trail in Seward
Stay for a while
Lodging
Beaver Crossing Campgrounds
Blue Valley Campground in Seward
IH Feary B&B
Meadow Lark Lake Tent Camping
Twin Lakes Primitive Camping
Several local Airbnb’s are also available.
camping and outdoor recreation
Three Little Lakes
Smith Creek Wildlife Recreation Area
Located at 856 County Road 448 in Utica, NE. Close enough to the Utica exit on I-80 to make it an easy drive, but far enough away you won’t be bothered by traffic noise, you’ll find a picturesque 20-surface acre lake surrounded by trees and prairie grasses. A boat dock invites you to glide into the water in a kayak or canoe and enjoy paddling through the still waters. Smith Creek Recreation Area is frequently used for weekend camping and scouting adventures in the summer. In the fall, it’s the perfect place to hunt, fish, hike and relax. The Smith Creek Recreation Area features a 20-surface-acre lake which stores 142 acre feet of water. Constructed in 1983, the Smith Creek dam and reservoir was designed primarily to provide aquifer recharge and recreational opportunities. Waterfowl hunting is permitted with the boundaries of the Smith Creek Recreation Area.
Meadowlark Lake
Meadowlark is a 320-acre property including a lake of 55 surface acres. The lake is located in Seward County four miles west, one north and one mile west of Agnew. There are access roads along its southeast and southwest shores. (It’s in the very northeast corner of Seward County) A concrete boat ramp and parking area are located near the west entrance (no wake boating). Many fish habitat improvements were made in 2006. The recreation area includes virgin prairie and a walnut plantation. Admission is free and no entry permit is required. Enjoy parking areas, boat ramp, no wake boating, tent camping, fire rings, fishing & hunting - Nebraska game permits are required for fishing and hunting. Entrances on the North side of Little Salt Rd—0.6 mile East of 154th Rd (-96.919105, 41.031445) and 1 mile East of 154th Rd (-96.911428, 41.031461); Additional parking available in lots on the South side of County Line Rd—0.8 mile East of 154th Rd (-96.914867, 41.046070) and 1 mile East of 154th Rd (-96.9114`13, 41.046050) * Fishing Regulations: Largemouth Bass—21-inch minimum length; Walleye/Saugeye—15-inch minimum length. No live baitfish may be used or possessed.
Twin Lakes
Located north of Interstate 80 and about 1/2 mile northwest of Pleasant Dale, NE. Twin Lakes is a wildlife management area consisting of 255 surface acres of lake and 1,270 acres of land. Only primitive camping is allowed at the park, and boating is limited to non-powered boats and conventional electric motors only. A State Park Permit is required for entry. Boat ramp, parking, tent camping.