Ashland Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum which includes aircraft and interior views
Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum showing aircraft and interior views
Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum showing aircraft and interior views
Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum featuring aircraft and interior views
Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum featuring aircraft

Surrounded by vast expanses of undulating verdant terrain, this charming city makes a great base to explore the glorious nature reserves of eastern Nebraska.

The large parks that make up the region around Ashland have a great range of activities, from a safari and an aerospace museum to paddle boats and an ice-skating rink. Spy eagles and hawks soaring above the marshes and grasslands and enjoy a radio-controlled indoor air show.

Among the region’s highlights is Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, a little east of the city. Walk around the two lakes and visit its aquatic centre and marina. Go skating on the ice in winter and paddle a boat or go fishing on the water in summer.

Hike or ride horseback along the many trails running through this park. The recreation area has other interesting features, including the Kountze Theatre, a mini-golf centre and a driving range.

Between the city and the park lies the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum. Watch the exciting indoor air show with radio-controlled models and admire the aircraft collection. Bring your kids to participate in activities and learn from the informative displays.

Trek east along the forested banks of the Platte River on the northern side of Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. The river is 310 miles (500 kilometres) long and feeds the Missouri River at the Iowa border.

Travel southeast of the park and the aerospace museum to reach the Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari. Drive along the safari routes that run beside prairies and wetlands. Get a close-up look at the bears, wolves and eagles in this vast park. Back in Ashland, stroll along tree-lined avenues and explore the historic centre.

Find the city in the southwestern outskirts of Omaha in eastern Nebraska. Fly to Eppley Airfield in Omaha and drive for about 50 minutes to reach this city. Travel to other nearby locations, such as Cedar Creek and Lincoln.

Ashland offers ideal and practical lodging options for your trips to eastern Nebraska’s wonderful parks.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG

2.5 out of 5
8736 W Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$155
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (898 reviews)
"The employees were friendly. Someone was occupying the handicap room. We called the courtesy desk for a shower chair. We said we would come get it. She wouldn't have it, she brought it up immediately. The only problem I had was the bed was too soft. It hurt my lower back, so I ended up sleeping on ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Central Omaha by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest

DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest

4 out of 5
3650 S. 72nd Street, Omaha, NE
The price is AU$166 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$166
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Tiny bugs in the shower, staff was great except for one lady when I checked in. I said hi I’m checking in and she said “for what?” In an annoyed tone. There were also kids running around the hallways the whole time, but I know that isn’t the hotels fault. There was a man working in the night who ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Omaha Southwest
Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge

Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge

3 out of 5
655 N 108th Ave, Omaha, NE
The price is AU$104 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$104
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Omaha. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.4/10 (1,813 reviews)
"Room and inside hotel clean and nice . Outside needs alot updates looks ran down but location and not bad its a good area."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Wyndham Omaha / West Dodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Salt Creek Atelier, a luxuriously cozy loft in downtown Ashland NE.

Salt Creek Atelier, a luxuriously cozy loft in downtown Ashland NE.

Ashland
Stay at this apartment in Ashland. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"It was perfect!!! Beautiful apartment and close to the fun shops and restaurants in Ashland. A great place for five gals celebrating friendship and birthdays!"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Salt Creek Atelier, a luxuriously cozy loft in downtown Ashland NE.
Furnished Acreage by Mahoney - Sleeps 17!  Fire Pit - Shuffleboard - Clean!

Furnished Acreage by Mahoney - Sleeps 17! Fire Pit - Shuffleboard - Clean!

Ashland
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Ashland. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"No complaints was very nice"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Furnished Acreage by Mahoney - Sleeps 17! Fire Pit - Shuffleboard - Clean!
Charming 3 Bedroom House with Firepit in West Omaha

Charming 3 Bedroom House with Firepit in West Omaha

Omaha
Stay at this vacation home in Omaha. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Koch Family Tennis Center and Tranquility Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"This home was perfect for a family stay. It was spotless and had space for all of us. Everything was in good working order, safe area, and thoughtful snacks and drinks were a lovely surprise after a long travel day. I would absolutely recommend this property."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Charming 3 Bedroom House with Firepit in West Omaha
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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