Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area

With 23 sites offering electric, water, and sewer hookups, Arnold Lake State Recreation Area accommodates RVs up to 40 feet alongside smaller rigs and tent campers. The campground sits on the south edge of Arnold, close enough for walking access to town services. A small pond provides kayaking opportunities directly from the camping area.

Reviewers consistently note the campground's cleanliness, though shower facilities may need attention with drainage issues and ventilation concerns reported. The quiet setting appeals to campers seeking a low-key overnight stop. For additional camping choices in the region, explore campsites near Arnold State Recreation Area.

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Map & DirectionsArnold Lake State Rec Area is located in Nebraska near Brady

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Directions

Located 1 mile souith of Arnold on Nebraska Hwy 40 or Nebraska Hwy 92.

Coordinates

41.41300014 N
100.19700055 W

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Connectivity

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    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 5/7/26
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    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 8 users
    Last on 5/7/26

Connectivity

Presented byT-MobileT-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 5/7/26
  • signal strength bars
    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 8 users
    Last on 5/7/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Guests frequently mentioned the clean, beautiful grounds and peaceful atmosphere. Many appreciated the quiet setting and nice restrooms, though shower facilities received mixed feedback with drainage concerns.

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2025

Beautiful place

The campground is beautiful and very clean. The only thing is the bathroom is okay, the shower is nasty, I had shower shoes on and still was apprehensive as the drain was very clogged, I jad to get a tick outside and pull all the hair out, after the water drained, half of the shower floor was still like a soup at the bottom of the shower, maybe the floor needs to be done and level to drain properly, the shower curtains slimy as well as the floor Also, ventilation is needed in there. Otherwise, than the shower. The place is great.

Site10 lakeside
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area by Catherine W., October 1, 2025
  • Review photo of Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area by Catherine W., October 1, 2025
  • Review photo of Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area by Catherine W., October 1, 2025
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Reviewed Jul. 24, 2024

Beautiful Park

My dog and I were the only ones there on a quiet Monday night.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 30, 2022

Great place in a small town!

This was on the south edge of town. Close enough to be able to walk to town. Very clean campgrounds. Nice bathroom! Perfect size little pond to kayak in. Very quiet.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area by A C., June 30, 2022
  • Review photo of Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area by A C., June 30, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area has 30 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area?

Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

Are fires allowed at Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.