Within Long Lake State Rec Area, this state-managed campground provides drive-in access for overnight stays at rates ranging from free to $10 per night. The campground sits near the lake within the recreation area boundaries, offering campers a base for water-based activities and fishing opportunities.
The facility operates under Nebraska State Parks management, making it part of the state's network of outdoor recreation destinations. Campers looking for forest camping can find Nebraska National Forest at Halsey about 28 miles south, which provides a different setting among the sand hills.
Description
Long Lake State Recreation Area is made up of 30 acres of rolling sandhills and a 50-acre natural sandhill lake. The area offers fishing, camping, and limited hunting access.
Primitive camping is available at Long Lake. Long Lake SRA has limited maintenance and is a primitive area for camping and fishing
Sites without electrical hook-up, picnic tables, fire rings or grills; may not have access to restroom facilities or trash receptacles.
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Map & DirectionsLong Lake State Rec Area is located in Nebraska near Long Pine
Directions
Long Lake SRA is located 2 miles east of Johnstown NE then 22 miles south on county road.
Address
524 Panzer St
Ainsworth, NE 69210
Coordinates
42.29200038 N
100.10800097 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 58 min from Grand Island, NE
- 3 hrs 51 min from Sioux City, IA
- 4 hrs 14 min from Rapid City, SD
- 4 hrs 18 min from Sioux Falls, SD
