The Whole Family Will Love A Visit To The Lakeside Calamus State Recreation Area Campground In Nebraska
Planning a vacation the whole family will enjoy can be difficult. You want a perfect setting for quality time together, but your family’s divergent interests make it hard to find something that pleases everyone. Nestled within the Sandhills of Nebraska, the lakeside campground of Calamus State Recreation Area provides an ideal solution to this problem. Whether your family prefers fishing, canoeing, or bird watching, you’re gonna find a little something for everyone.

The beautiful lake is surrounded by almost 5,000 acres of natural grass and forbs. A nearby fish hatchery and two cleaning stations make fishing one of the most popular activities in the area.

Bring a book and pack some sunscreen for a Nebraska-style beach vacation. And if you wanna get out on the water, the lake is perfect for boating and canoeing.

Whether you prefer to rough it in a tent or you need to make sure you have water and sewer hookups for your RV, the campgrounds at Calamus State Recreation Area have you covered. Camping rates range from $10 per night for primitive camping all the way up to $35 per night for a full hookup.

204 picnic tables and 214 grills means the perfect spot for family mealtime is always nearby.

Bird watchers will want to keep their eyes peeled for the alluring Harris's Sparrow and Sharp-tailed Grouse.

Hiking trails and over three miles of streams dotting the Calamus State Recreation Area are just begging to be explored.
Park permits are required and can be purchased in advance here. Visit this website for campground reservations and more information about planning your trip.
Address: Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area and Wildlife Management Area, 42285 York Point Rd, Burwell, NE 68823, USA