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Places to Camp near Sakakawea Lake

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Sakakawea Lake is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Sakakawea Lake is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Discover great camping spots near Sakakawea Lake, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Sakakawea Lake, NE (69)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from COE Harlan County Lake Hunter Cove Park

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    COE Harlan County Lake Hunter Cove Park

    8 Reviews
    39 Photos
    7 Saves
    Republican City, Nebraska

    Overview

    Hunter Cove Park is located on the eastern end of Harlan County Lake near Republican City, Nebraska. The 13,000-acre Harlan County Lake is the second largest lake in Nebraska. The lake and surrounding land hold great appeal for sportsmen, birders, naturalists or anyone wanting to just get away.

    Recreation

    Harlan County Lake is popular for fishing, hiking, hunting and boating. Walleye, wipers, white bass, northern pike and channel catfish are the most sought-after fish species. Game animals include pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, white-tailed and mule deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel. The lake offers a variety of hiking trails of varying length and style, as well as one equestrian trail a short drive away. An off-road vehicle trail is located in nearby Republican City.

    Facilities

    Hunter Cove Park offers 150 campsites, both with and without electric hookups. There are also several tent-only sites. The facility provides two playgrounds, a volleyball court and a boat ramp and two full service marinas are located on the east end of the lake. The main road is hard surfaced, while others are gravel. A fish cleaning station with grinder and running water is located near the entrance.

    Natural Features

    Located in south central Nebraska, lands surrounding Harlan County Lake are primarily mixed grass prairie land. The campground is mostly forested, offering ample shade during the warmth of summer. The Republican River Valley was once occupied by one of the greatest concentrations of buffalo on the Great Plains and was a favored hunting ground for the Pawnee, Sioux, Cheyenne, and Arapaho Indian tribes.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $18 - $24 / night

  2. Camper-submitted photo from COE Harlan County Lake Methodist Cove Campground

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    COE Harlan County Lake Methodist Cove Campground

    7 Reviews
    6 Photos
    5 Saves
    Alma, Nebraska

    Overview

    Methodist Cove Park is located on the west side of Harlan County Lake by Alma, Nebraska. The 13,000-acre Harlan County Lake is the second largest lake in the state. The lake and surrounding land hold great appeal for sportsmen, birders, naturalists or anyone wanting to just get away.

    Recreation

    Harlan County Lake is popular for fishing, hiking, hunting and boating. Walleye, wipers, white bass, northern pike and channel catfish are the most sought after fish species. Game animals include pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, white-tailed and mule deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel. The lake offers a variety of hiking trails of varying length and style, as well as one equestrian trail a short drive away. An off-road vehicle trail is located in nearby Republican City.

    Facilities

    Methodist Cove Park offers 133 campsites, including a variety of individual, group, electric and non-electric sites. There is also one reservable group picnic shelter for day use. One large heated shower house with flush toilets is centrally located within the campground and several vault toilets are located throughout the rest of the park. Other amenities include a dump station, drinking water, playground and boat ramp. The main road is hard surfaced, while others are gravel. A fish cleaning station with grinder and running water is located near the entrance. There two full service marinas on the east end of the lake.

    Natural Features

    Located in South Central Nebraska, lands surrounding Harlan County Lake are primarily mixed grass prairie land. The campground is mostly forested, offering ample shade during the warmth of summer. The Republican River Valley was once occupied by one of the greatest concentrations of buffalo on the Great Plains and was a favored hunting ground for the Pawnee, Sioux, Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian tribes.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $16 - $26 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from North Shore Marina Campground

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    North Shore Marina Campground

    2 Reviews
    11 Photos
    1 Save
    Republican City, Nebraska

    This recreation area is part of Harlan County Lake

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  4. Camper-submitted photo from Alma RV Park City Park

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    Alma RV Park City Park

    2 Reviews
    1 Save
    Alma, Nebraska

    This recreation area is part of Harlan County Lake

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $28 / night

  5. Camper-submitted photo from North Outlet Camping
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Patterson Harbor Marina

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    Patterson Harbor Marina

    1 Review
    2 Saves
    Republican City, Nebraska

    This recreation area is part of Harlan County Lake

    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
  7. Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kearny State Recreation Area

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    Fort Kearny State Recreation Area

    15 Reviews
    27 Photos
    71 Saves
    Kearney, Nebraska
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  8. Camper-submitted photo from Kearney RV Park & Campground

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    Kearney RV Park & Campground

    13 Reviews
    30 Photos
    19 Saves
    Kearney, Nebraska
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
  9. Camper-submitted photo from South Outlet Camping

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    South Outlet Camping

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    Republican City, Nebraska
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $12 / night

  10. Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Dog Campground — Prairie Dog State Park

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