🎄 10 Magical Reasons to Experience the Trail of Lights at Lake Ericson🎄
1. A Magical Winter Wonderland
Lake Erickson transforms into a glowing trail of twinkling lights, festive displays, and cozy charm that brings out the holiday spirit in all ages.
2. Create Lasting Family Memories
Shared experiences like riding the hayrack under the stars and sipping cocoa together become treasured memories that your children will carry forever.
3. See Santa Claus – LIVE on Friday Night! 🎅
Don’t miss the magic moment when Santa arrives to greet the kids, listen to wish lists, and pose for photos. It’s the highlight of Friday night fun!
4. Affordable Holiday Fun for All Ages
With minimal costs and maximum joy, the Trail of Lights is a wholesome, budget-friendly way to celebrate the season together.
5. Bundle Up for a Cozy Hayrack Ride
Enjoy a crisp winter ride through the trails and around the through the woods with holiday music playing and friendly faces all around.
6. Community Spirit and Small-Town Charm
This event showcases everything great about small-town Nebraska—kindness, connection, and a community that knows how to celebrate together.
7. Warm Treats and Festive Drinks
From hot chocolate and cider to cookies and campfire snacks, there’s something tasty waiting at Wild Hay Cafe Truck.
8. An Outdoor Adventure with Holiday Sparkle
The Trail of Lights isn’t just beautiful—it’s an outdoor journey filled with wonder, from the soft crunch of snow to the glow of lanterns guiding your path.
9. Perfect for All Generations
Whether it’s toddlers bundled up or grandparents enjoying a peaceful ride, the tour is a joyful event for every generation of your family. Accommodating all mobilities.
10. Start (or continue!) a Beloved Tradition
Traditions are the heartbeat of the holidays. Make the Trail of Lights part of your family’s yearly celebration—and watch the magic grow with every visit.
🌟✨ LAKE ERICKSON PRESENTS ✨🌟
2025 Trail of Lights
A Family Tradition Under the Stars
🗓 Dates: December 5-6, 2025
🎅 Special Appearance: SANTA CLAUS – Friday Night Only!
Step into the magic of Ericson Lake’s trail of lights. The first Friday and Saturday in December.
Created in 2021 the Trail of Lights was started as a fundraiser for the Ericson Lake community and an unique opportunity to bring visitors to the area during the off season.
The trail of lights is a 30 minute hay rack ride ride through 30 acres of wooded trails full of of Christmas Lights and scenes while listening to Christmas music and the soft hum of the many generators that power the displays. While waiting for your ride visitors can sip on some hot cider or cocoa next to a crackling fire while Christmas music fills the air.
Santa makes his way down from the North Pole on Friday to see if the kids have been naughty or nice.
Make plans to check out this years trail of Lights… Friday & Saturday, December 5th & 6th, 2025
