Established Camping
Walgren Lake State Rec Area
Walgren Lake State Recreation Area near Hay Springs, NE, features flat terrain with a mix of grasslands and a lake. Temperatures range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 90°F in summer. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as the Oglala National Grassland and Chadron State Park.
Description
State Park
Walgren Lake SRA offers 40 primitive camping sites under the shade of cottonwood trees. Visitors will revel in a good night’s sleep as the area’s remote location and low traffic makes it a quiet getaway. Most camping sites offer fire rings. The area has two vault latrines. Campsites are available on a first come, first serve basis. Visitors must pack out what they pack in as the campground has no trash service.
Location
Walgren Lake State Rec Area is located in Nebraska
Directions
Located 2.5 miles east and 2.5 miles south of Hay Springs on graveled roads.
Coordinates
42.63800013 N
102.63100097 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 57 min from Rapid City
- 3 hrs 2 min from Cheyenne
- 3 hrs 10 min from Casper
- 3 hrs 52 min from Greeley
