August-September 2026 • Nebraskaland 33
Since opening in summer 2015, locals and travelers have
come to treasure this Dakota County park. Inspired by the
Danish pioneers who settled in the area, Danish Alps State
Recreation Area has welcomed countless morning dog
walkers, afternoon anglers and weekend warriors during its
relatively new existence.
Parkgoers who have been engaging with the area since
the beginning continue to visit because of the park's
growing beauty and amenities.
Fishing
Designed for both the shoreline and boat angler in mind,
Kramper Lake offers a 40-foot boat launch ramp, new ADA-
accessible kayak launch and fishing pier, and ample bank
fishing opportunities. A fish cleaning station was built
in 2018.
Regional Park Superintendent Tyler Wulf believes it's
the aquatic habitat and quality fishing that makes Danish
Alps special.
"Although it's a relatively newer established area, Danish
Alps continues to develop into a destination area for anglers.
Fishing throughout the year continues to be very successful
and popular. It has great structure, depth and diversity of
fish," Wulf said, noting the lake reaches 45 feet deep in some
areas and is fishable year-round. The lake also sees many ice
anglers during the winter.
Sisters Christina and Ibeth Calderon are enthusiastic
anglers. On a late-summer afternoon, they caught bluegill
from the bank. The sisters love Danish Alps because it's well
maintained, making the drive from their home near Sioux
City well worth it.
The lake also offers opportunities for keeper-size
largemouth bass, black crappie, channel catfish and walleye.
