Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

Park Snapshot Cass County 3 east of Ashland Lat: 41.02601 Lon: -96.31223 Aerial Map 706 acres (16 water) Click region for new search (AreaID: 273) Attractions Overnight Accommodations Facility Details Make Reservations Campground/Cabin Maps Driving Directions Contact Information: Eugene T. Mahoney SP 28500 West Park Hwy Ashland,  NE  68003 Phone: (402) 944-2523 ngpc.Mahoney@nebraska.gov

Please note: A Voluntary Firewood Exchange is in affect at E. T. Mahoney State Park. If you bring firewood from another state, you will be asked to exchange it for locally acquired firewood at the park office or Campground Host. Information about the exchange location and related information can be obtained at the park office.

Summary

Phone Number (402)944-2523
Email: ngpc.mahoney@nebraska.gov

Park Activity Fees and Hours

Mahoney has myrid recreational activities, including a Family Aquatic Center complete with a 0-depth swimming and wave pool and two 200-plus-foot curling water slides.

• The Family Aquatic Center, which includes 3 water slides, wave pool, lap pool and concession stand is operational daily from Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day weekend, weather permitting (reduced operational hours beginning mid-August. Please call for more details). Admission is $8 for adults and $7 for children (ages 3-12).
• The hours of operation are noon-5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. daily, weather permitting, thru mid-August. Hours of operation will be reduced from mid-August thru Labor Day weekend. For more information please call 402-944-2523 ext. 7122.

• Drop slide: no restrictions, must be a good swimmer (able to make it to the side)
• Big slide: 3' or 36" tall , parents can catch the child, no doubles (going down the slide)

• No flotation devices allowed, only coastguard approved life jackets (tubes available for rent- $3)
• Water coolers are not allowed, no outside food or drink allowed in facility except sealed bottled water
• Re-entry is permitted, you must get a stamp on your way out in order to enter again
• Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult
• Proper swim wear is required, may wear a shirt over swimsuit, no denim
• Any patron entering facility must pay admission fee

At Owen Marina, visitors will find the camp store with ice cream, snacks and sandwiches, can rent a paddleboat and checkout recreational equipment. Winter activities, depending on conditions, include cross country skiing, sledding and toboggan runs and ice fishing. The Activity Center provides year-round entertainment with an indoor playground, concession stand and an ice skating rink.

Nearby Attractions include Platte River State Park the Strategic Air and Space Museum, Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari, Quarry Oaks Golf Club and Iron Horse Golf Club

Mahoney Grille

Camping Facilities: 149 camping pads with electrical hookups* *20/30-amp. 1-year advance reservable campsites Lodging Facilities: 54 cabins that may be reserved. 40 lodge rooms

Little Creek and Lakeside campgrounds offer spacious, hardsurfaced pads, situated among mature shade trees near Owen Marina Lake. Modern shower/latrine buildings and drinking water are conveniently located in both areas. There is a coin-operated laundry in the shower building at Little Creek. Trailer dump stations and water are available near the park entrance.

All campers must register at the office prior to setting up on a campsite. Reservations are accepted. Reservations are taken for 50% of the modern camping. Reservations are taken up to 1 year in advance of arrival day. Year to date reservations begin at 9 a.m. CT, by phone, in person or over the Internet.

Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Cabins
Secluded on wooded ridgetops, the modern housekeeping cabins are available throughout the year. Linens, tableware and basic cookware are provided. Each cabin has air conditioning/heat, fireplace, TV, refrigerator, range, outdoor deck and grill. The three, four and six bedroom cabins can host larger families or group retreats. The other cabins all have two bedrooms, and some are ADA-accessible.