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Victoria Springs State Recreation Area

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Established in 1925, Victoria Springs State Recreation Area is the third oldest area in Nebraska's state park system. Located 7 miles east of Anselmo or 7 miles north of Merna, Victoria has justly been described as an oasis in the Sand Hills. It is one of the most picturesque areas in the state. It was once part of the homestead of an early pioneer and Custer County judge, Charles R. Matthews. In the heyday of the spas, Victoria's waters were much acclaimed, and Judge Matthews even bottled the spring water for sale.

Still on the site are the log cabins that Judge Matthews built ... one as his home and the other as the first post office in Custer County. Victoria is the only state recreation area with cabin accommodations. Other facilities include a campground, picnic area, and rental boats.

Location: HC 69, Box 117, Anselmo Nebraska 68813 Telephone 308-749-2235

Other Nebraska State Parks nearby:
(Loup City) Bowman Lake State Recreation Area
(North Platte) Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area
(North Platte) Buffalo Bill State Historical Park
(Burwell) Calamus State Recreation Area
(Burwell) Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park
(Loup City) Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area

03/29 Coming to The Anselmo area