Open terrain and lake views define the atmosphere at Valley View Flat Campground, one of several camping areas within Calamus SRA along the Calamus Reservoir in central Nebraska. The campground sits close to the water, with sightlines across the lake that reviewers consistently mention, and the open layout means sites get full sun through most of the day. Shade is limited. The access road carries a rough access warning, so drivers with low-clearance vehicles should plan accordingly.
The campground has around ten electric sites alongside tent and primitive options, with fire rings at each spot. A boat dock gives paddlers and anglers direct water access, and kayaking the reservoir is a commonly noted activity. The shower house charges a fee, roughly $1.25 for six minutes according to one visitor, and reviewers consistently describe the restrooms as clean. Firewood is not sold on-site; the nearest gas station carries chopped wood.
Full hookups, including electric, water, and sewer, accommodate RVs up to 50 feet. Danika S. notes that a 38-foot fifth wheel with a boat and tow vehicle fit without difficulty. Reservations are available, though the campground can fill up; at quieter times, visitors have had the place to themselves. Pets are allowed. Campers passing through or planning a stay in the campgrounds near Burwell area will find this spot works well for a night by the water or a half-day on the lake, particularly for tent campers and RV travelers who want hookups close to the reservoir.
Description
Calamus offers prime fishing and camping in the heart of the Sandhills, 6 miles NW of Burwell. The modern campgrounds have 122 pads with 30/50 amp electrical hookups, plus 55 non-pad sites, modern restrooms, showers, dump station and water. Other facilities include: Unsupervised swimming beach, 5 boat ramps, vault toilets, picnic tables and fish cleaning stations. The area encompasses 11,720 acres, including the 5,124-acre lake.
Calamus Reservoir SRA offers some of the state's finest recreational opportunities. Camping, fishing, boating, hiking, sightseeing and hunting are all popular here. The 5,124-acre lake is surrounded by 4,958 acres of gently rolling land, covered with native grasses and forbs. About 1.2 miles of the Calamus River and 3.5 miles of other streams meander through the area.
Another highlight is the Calamus State Fish Hatchery trip, located below the dam. The hatchery has self-guided tours and displays on raising fish and other topics.
CHECK IN AND OUT SCHEDULE- If you check out early, the unused portion of your payment will be forfeited.
Office Hours:
Memorial Day - Labor Day: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week. All other dates office is open Monday -Friday 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Generators may not be operated during these hours. Pets are allowed, but they must be kept on a leash that is no longer than 6 feet. Campers staying over must re-register by 2 p.m. Check in time is 4 p.m. and check out time is 2 p.m. Campers must vacate their campsite no later than 2:00 p.m. on the date the camping reservation or registration expires. All persons entering the campground after 10 p.m. must be registered campers.
When a reservation is made 180 days in advance, the arrival date must remain the same within that reservation. No cancellation of that arrival date is allowed.
A Nebraska State Park Permit is required to enter this park area. A Nebraska Licensed Vehicle Park Entry Permit is $35 for an Annual Permit, $17.50 for a Duplicate Annual Permit (used for that second vehicle in your family) or a Daily Permit which is $7 per day you are staying. A Non-Nebraska Licensed Vehicle Park Entry Permit is $70, $35 for a Duplicate Annual Permit or a Daily Permit which is $14 per day. You may purchase your Park Permit prior to your stay by shopping online at OutdoorNebraska.org.All vehicles entering a Nebraska Park Area are required to have a valid park entry permit.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
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.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsValley View Flat Campground is located in Nebraska near Burwell
Directions
The Calamus SRA is located 6 miles NW on HWY #96 from the West edge of Burwell
Address
42285 York Point Road
Burwell, NE 68823
Coordinates
41.9077395 N
99.29617628 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 37 min from Grand Island, NE
- 2 hrs 58 min from Lincoln, NE
- 3 hrs 11 min from Omaha, NE
- 3 hrs 11 min from Sioux City, IA
