The City of Gretna, NE
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The city of Gretna is located in the state of Nebraska in Sarpy County and has a population of 6,736 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Gretna is Omaha, approximately 22 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Gretna, including Runza Restaurants, Beanery, Brag N Rights, McDonalds at Nebraska Crossing and Flying J Travel Plaza. For a larger selection of Gretna restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Gretna Museums and/or Golf Courses, including the Schramm Park State Recreation Area, Strategic Air and Space Museum, Country Drive Golf Course, Quarry Oaks Golf Club and Iron Horse Golf Club. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Gretna please click on the Attractions tab above. The following airport is located in or near Gretna:
- Omaha Millard Airport (MIQ)
Gretna, Nebraska Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Gretna
In the month of December, Gretna experiences an average high temperature of 36 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 16 degrees with an average rainfall of 0.93 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Gretna with daytime temperatures averaging 85 degrees in the summer, and 36 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Gretna to receive an average of 0.79 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 3.41 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 113 degrees in the summer and as low as -33 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Gretna should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 64 degrees, and nighttime lows of 39.
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Gretna, Nebraska Attractions
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Fort Atkinson State Historical Park - Fort Calhoun, Fort Atkinson was the first United States Army post to be established west of the Missouri River in the US. Located just east of present-day Fort Calhoun, Nebraska, the fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827. The site is now known as Fort Atkinson State Historical Park and is a National Historic Landmark.
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Freedom Park - Omaha, Freedom Park is an outdoor park and museum at the Greater Omaha Marina on the bank of the Missouri River at 2497 Freedom Park Road in the East Omaha section of Omaha, Nebraska. It displays numerous military aircraft and artillery pieces along with its two major exhibits, the World War II minesweeper USS Hazard (AM-240) and Cold War-era training submarine USS Marlin (SST-2).
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General Crook House Museum - Omaha, The General George Crook House Museum is located at 5730 North 30th Street in Fort Omaha, . The Fort is located in the Miller Park neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1969, and is a contributing property to the Fort Omaha Historic District.
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Grandpa's Woods Golf - Murdock, The Grandpa's Woods Golf is a 9 hole public golf course in Cass County Nebraska. This course is located in the city of Murdock, . Tee times are accepted up to 2 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 402-994-2100.
Address: 5505 W 310th St, Murdock, NE 68407
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Great Plains Art Museum - Lincoln, The Great Plains Art Museum is a fine arts museum dedicated to the arts of the Great Plains in the US.
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Harrah's Casino & Hotel - , Council Bluffs, Harrah’s Council Bluffs is a riverboat casino operated by Harrah's Entertainment. It is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa across the Missouri River from Omaha, Nebraska. Harrah’s Council Bluffs is the largest casino in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area . It has many amenities including a golf course, a gift shop, a 251 room hotel, 4 restaurants and 2 bars. Harrah’s Council Bluffs is one of three casinos in the city of Council Bluffs including Horseshoe Council Bluffs and Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs.
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Henry Doorly Zoo - Omaha, The Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo is a zoo in Omaha, Nebraska, located at 3701 South 10th Street. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Its mission is conservation, research, recreation, and education.
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Hidden Valley Country Club -East Eighteen - Lincoln, The Hidden Valley Country Club -East Eighteen is an 18 hole public golf course in Lancaster County Nebraska. This course is located in the city of Lincoln, . Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 402-483-2532.
Address: 10501 Pine Lake Rd, Lincoln, NE 68526
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Highlands Golf Club Of Lincoln, The - Lincoln, The Highlands Golf Club Of Lincoln is an 18 hole public golf course in Lancaster County Nebraska. This course is located in the city of Lincoln, . Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 402-441-6081.
Address: 5501 Nw 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68521
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Himark Golf Course -White / Blue - Lincoln, The Himark Golf Course -White / Blue is an 18 hole public golf course in Lancaster County Nebraska. This course is located in the city of Lincoln, . Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 402-488-7888.
Address: 8901 Augusta Dr., Lincoln, NE 68520
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Gretna, Nebraska Hotels
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Gretna, Nebraska Restaurants
This is a list of Gretna Specialty Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Truck Stops, Cafes, Bar & Grill Restaurants and Pizza Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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