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Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground

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Summit Lake State Rec Area, near Tekamah, Nebraska, is a peaceful campground that offers a great escape for those looking to unwind in nature. With its scenic views and well-maintained facilities, it’s a popular choice for campers wanting to enjoy the outdoors year-round.

The campground features clean showers and restrooms, which visitors appreciate after a day of hiking or kayaking on the lake. Many campers have noted the abundance of trees providing shade, making it a comfortable spot to relax. One reviewer mentioned, “The big thing that separates Summit from some of the other lakes in this area is the abundance of trees and more shade.”

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are hiking and biking trails that wind through the area, along with fishing access and a swimming beach near the dock. The lake is known for its calm waters, making it ideal for kayaking, and the surrounding hills offer a natural windbreak, enhancing the experience.

While some campers have pointed out that the dump station can be a bit tricky due to its slope, the overall atmosphere remains quiet and inviting. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Summit Lake State Rec Area is a fantastic place to enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.

Description

Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

Summit Lake State Recreation Area

Summit Lake State Recreation Area includes 345 land acres and a 190 acre lake with boat ramps. Summit offers excellent fishing opportunities for all anglers, and the recent addition of jetties give bank anglers access to deeper water. Bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie and walleye are all stocked in the lake. There is one fish-cleaning station.

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Location

Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground is located in Nebraska

Directions

Located 3 miles West of Tekamah, Nebraska

Address

2787 County Rd. G
Tekamah, NE 68061

Coordinates

41.76700052 N
96.28300028 W

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Access

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

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WiFi
Unknown
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Unknown
AT&T
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T-Mobile
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

Reservable
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

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

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Drive Time

40 min from Omaha
55 min from Sioux City
1 hr 26 min from Lincoln
2 hrs 24 min from Grand Island

Chris A.

Guide

Reviewed Nov. 10, 2022

Quiet and worth booking

Pros: Quiet, walking trails, lake, bar nearby, clean showers and bathroom, building a new playground as of 10/2022

Cons: Dump station is on a noticeable uphill slope, so you won't be able to completely empty a tank if your setup is the wrong way. No water hookups at sites.

We stayed in October 2022 at site 28. This is my favorite site because it has a convienient water spicket right next to it if you want to fill your freshwater tank without moving your rig. The only drawback is that it is right next to the showers so a little busy. Campground is well kept. Lake is low as of 2022 but looks to be refilling.

Site28

Month of VisitOctober

John A.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2021

Nice views

The gravel pads are fairly level, but there is a 3’ rise between sites in this area of the park so if camping together it would be best to get spots closer to the lake. It levels out as you get down to about site 8. This site has 20, 30, and 50A plugs. In the pedestal. Overall a nice quiet campground, even though it was busy.

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Month of VisitAugust

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Always C.

Ranger

Reviewed May. 20, 2021

Nice SRA campground

We didn't stay here just came through to see. $30 a night and an $8 non resident fee was a little steep for an electric only site. Clean well maintained. Showers available.

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Month of VisitMay

Tony B.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 7, 2020

Great quiet lake less than 5 minutes from Tekamah

Summit is a great lake just west of Tekamah, and less than a hour from Omaha. Turning the corner off the highway to go to the park, the first thing we see are 2 eagles soaring over the area and lake. You come around the last bend or turn and there it is this 190 acre beauty. You come into the road on the other side of the campground and there is a day use area. Then on the other side of the road is a restaurant. Then you get to the other side of the lake, and there is the campgrounds. The big thing that separates Summit from some of the other lakes in this area, is the abounds of trees and more shade. There is a few fishing accesses, as well as a dock. This lake is one of the better kayaking lakes I have been to. This thing is surrounded by hills and creates a valley or bowl. This hills seem to offer a form of wind block as well as 2 miles of hiking and biking trails. There is a beach, and swimming area near the dock. There are basic restrooms as well as shower house available in the campground. The fishing appears to be good as well, but I did not fish yet. This is a campground that I am definitely going back to again and spend more time at.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

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

Does Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground does not have wifi.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Summit Lake State Recreation 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 Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground?

There are 23 campsites at Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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