Plan Your Vacation Around Elkhorn Outfitters
Omaha is a true destination for Midwesterners. When you visit Elkhorn Outfitters, don’t forget to check out the rest of our beloved metro area. Whether you’re planning a staycation or visiting from out of town, there’s something for everyone in our beautiful, historic city. Our team put together some of our favorite recommendations for things to do around Omaha that are full of outdoor adventure activities and places to rest up and refuel after your adventure.
Things to Do
Platte River State Park
Platte River offers miles of beautiful trails and scenery to enjoy. It’s great for camping or glamping, with a variety of lodging that overlooks the river. We use this park for our mountain biking adventures!
Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
160 award-winning acres of plants, animals, and unique habitats let you travel around the world, right in the heart of Omaha.
Omaha Riverfront
The riverfront parks offer the perfect blend of nature and nightlife if you’re looking for a place to unwind after a day on the river or trails.
Where to Eat
Pitch Pizzeria
Pitch Pizzeria takes pizza up a notch with solid vibes and signature pies. Plus, you can get it by the slice all day, every day.
Block 16
Farm-to-table street food takes the classic burger to new levels. Perfect for after a day on the river when you need to refuel.
Taqueria Tijuana
You can never go wrong with Mexican food after a day of adventuring. This chill spot is a great place for authentic tacos, burritos, and quesadillas.
Saddle Creek Breakfast Club
If you need to charge up before hitting the river or the trail, Saddle Creek Breakfast Club has got you covered with innovative classics.
Places to Stay
Elkhorn Shores Campground
This beautiful park next to the river is a great place to relax and recharge if you’re looking for a fully outdoor experience. We use their parking lot for our river tubing adventures, too!
Magnolia Hotel
Experience first-class Midwestern hospitality in this unique hotel built in the historical Aquila Court Building, meant to mimic the Bargello palace in Italy.
The Offutt Manor
This historic boutique hotel is nestled in the Nebraska countryside, only a few minutes away from Elkhorn Outfitters.
About Elkhorn Outfitters
As Omaha’s premier adventure outfitter, we love to share our passion for the great outdoors and make the outdoors easy to enjoy for our fellow adventurers. From relaxing floats to heart-pumping mountain biking to the serenity of ice fishing, we provide the expertise, and you build the memories.
Enjoy Unlimited Visits
With yearly memberships, you get a free swag bag and unlimited sign-ups for any of our adventures! Join us on our mountain bike trails, our SUP lakes, and, of course, your number one outfitter for tubing on the Elkhorn River. Plus, with our snow tubing and ice fishing, there’s plenty to enjoy all year long.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend checking your reservation for the location you'll be traveling to choose the best place to stay. Some of our adventures happen all around Omaha, so staying close to where you'll be going can make your trip more convenient.
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River tubing can take 4 to 6 hours, depending on the river conditions. We typically book paddle boarding for 2-hour time slots, though it can be flexible. Mountain biking depends on the trail length and your group's pace, though we typically recommend planning for around 3 hours.
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Most of our adventures can accommodate large groups. Reach out about booking for groups of 10 or more.