Sandy Beach - Lake McConaughy SRA, near Ogallala, Nebraska, is a fantastic spot for those looking to camp right by the water. With its beautiful lakeside views, you can wake up and step straight into the refreshing water, making it a perfect getaway for families and pets alike.

This campground allows fires, so you can roast marshmallows and share stories around the campfire as the sun sets. Visitors have raved about the cleanliness and peacefulness of the area, with one camper noting, “We never thought we would be staying on a beach in Nebraska! It was so clean and peaceful!!” 

If you’re into water activities, this place is a dream. Some campers have mentioned wishing they had brought inflatable paddleboards to enjoy the lake even more. Plus, the sunsets here are something special, with one reviewer describing it as feeling like they were at an ocean beach right in the heart of Nebraska.

While it can get hot, especially in September, the easy access to the lake makes it manageable. Just be cautious when driving down to the beach; it’s easy to get stuck if you’re not careful. Whether you’re here for a quick stop or a longer stay, Sandy Beach offers a unique camping experience that you won’t forget.

Sandy Beach - Lake McConaughy SRA

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Felt like I was at an ocean beach in the middle of NEBRASKA. Paid the necessary dues at the entrance to the beach area and then drove along the water to find the perfect spot. Backed the Jeep up to the water and called it home for the night. It was a little windy the day I stayed there...hopefully it is calmer most days. I think you can find other spots in coves that would guard you from the wind if needed. Great sunset and sunrise views.

Great ocean beach camp spot in the middle of the country

This is a very cool spot. Many beach camping areas at Lake McConaughey. Some people have pulled their trailers within feet of the water to make for some great camping.  

Beach camping

We never thought we would be staying on a beach in Nebraska! It was so clean and pieceful!! A wonderful camping experience!!

Better than California beaches

Was such a surprising and awesome spot.  Stopped here at while driving towards Yellowstone, once there, I wish we would have packed the inflatable paddleboard.

Beach camping 

We camped right on the water. The spot was beautiful. Wake up walk into the lake. At night little frogs like to reveal themselves from the sand. Dog loved it. Kids loved it. It was very hot but the East access to the lake made it better. Canopy needed this time of year for sure. Gets hot in September. Be careful coming down to the beach. If you drive the wrong way you will get stuck taking an rv down and you can pay for a bulldozer to pull it in if you need it. 

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