Anglers and boaters will find direct access to Champion Lake at this state-managed recreation area in southwestern Nebraska. The campground sits on the lake's shoreline with dirt sites that lack concrete pads but offer relatively level ground for setup. Sites include both electric hookups with 30 and 50 amp service as well as non-electric options.
Rick W. noted the area "was relatively clean" during his late October visit, when geese were the primary wildlife company. The facility provides basic amenities including drinking water, restrooms, picnic tables, and trash service, with big rigs able to navigate the access roads. Cell service reaches the campground. Campers seeking additional options in the region can explore camping near Enders to the east. The recreation area works well for travelers needing an overnight stop or boondockers comfortable with simple accommodations.
Description
Champion Lake is a 2-acre tract of land located on an 11-acre lake. The area offers picnicking, fishing and 8 primitive campsites. Champion Lake is located mile west of Champion - U.S. Highway 6 or S-15A.
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Location
Public CampgroundChampion Lake State Rec Area is located in Nebraska
Address
73122 338 Ave
Champion, NE 69023
Coordinates
40.47200074 N
101.75000082 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageLast on 6/10/25
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageLast on 6/10/25
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 48 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 59 min from Denver, CO
- 3 hrs 2 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 3 hrs 6 min from Fort Collins, CO


