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Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area

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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.

Description

Medicine Creek Dam was dedicated August 10th 1948. Today Medicine Creek SRA established in 1964, is used for camping, fishing, water sports and hunting.

Camping reservations may be made a minimum of three days in advance of arrival and a maximum of 180 days in advance of arrival.

CHECK IN AND OUT SCHEDULE- If you check out early, the unused portion of your payment will be forfeited.

Park entry permit is required of all vehicles. 40ft maximum length camping unit. No livestock allowed. All pets must be on a leash no longer than 6' No golf carts/4 wheelers

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Location

Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area is located in Nebraska

Detail location of campground

Directions

2 miles west and 7 north of Cambridge in Frontier County

Address

40611 Road 728
Cambridge, NE 69022-9312

Coordinates

40.38607685178739 N
100.21937846629476 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
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  • Verizon
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

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

Contact

General Info

Reservations

Drive Time


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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area?

Camping at Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area can cost between $25.00 and $140.00 depending on the site.

Does Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

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There are 37 campsites at Shady Bay Campground — Medicine Creek State Recreation Area and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts