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Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground

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The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission maintains the right to establish "black-out" dates and reserve facilities or lodging for Special Events and maintenance related needs.

Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area near Loup City, NE, offers a landscape of open fields and water views. Temperatures range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 90°F in summer. Campers can explore Sherman Reservoir for fishing and boating or visit the nearby Nebraska National Forest for hiking.

Description

Known for its great fishing opportunities, Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area boasts a 2,845-acre lake and 4,721 land acres. 12 shelters, 117 picnic tables and 80 grills give park visitors many opportunities to cook out or spend time together enjoying meals. Visitors also can dine at Trade Winds Marina on the north side of the dam.

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Location

Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground is located in Nebraska

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Directions

From Loup City - 4 miles east on 790th Road, then 1 mile north on Sherman Dam Road. From Ashton - 4 miles west on NE-92, north 1 mile on 480th Road, west 1.5 miles on 790th Road, then 1 mile north on Sherman Dam Road

Address

79025 Sherman Dam Road
Loup City, NE 68853

Coordinates

41.28500079 N
98.90100018 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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2 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2020

Beautiful, Clean Lake

This is primarily a reservoir and wildlife management area. Finding a camping spot with access to the lake is difficult. After driving around the lake, we found one, and it was an amazing spot! Clean outhouses. 

Do not expect easy access to showers, ice or stores.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground by D Marie S., August 30, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground?

There are 30 campsites at Sherman Reservoir State Rec Area Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts