Lake Ogallala Nebraska Just off the Dam of Lake McConaughey

Lake Ogallala, Nebraska

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Getting There: 

Take Interstate 80 to the Ogallala Exit #126 and turn north on Hwy 61 (or Spruce Street in Ogallala) to the Jct. of Hwy 61 & Hwy 26. Turn East (right) on Hwy 61 North (Hwy 61 will head east and curve to the north, leading you to the lake). Following Hwy 61 approximately 8 miles from Ogallala to the Headquarters Visitor Center & 1 more mile to Kingsley Dam. The easiest way to Lake Ogallala modern campground is to travel to the north end of Kinglsey Dam and take the first right heading East after crossing the dam on the Keystone asphalt road. Follow that asphalt road to the East side of Lake Ogallala to find the modern campground. Lake Ogallala is below the dam of Lake McConaughey, so you may follow the marked signs that direct visitors from the Interstate to Lake McConaughey

PRICES: 

$25.00 Peak Season

$18.00 Walk In Season

Electric Only Sites

OVERVIEW: 

Just on the other side of the dam you will find Lake Ogallala and camping area.  We love going to this camping site because of the scenery and shade cover trees.  I love when we are able to get a spot right on the lake and wake up next to the water.  I would recommend booking in advance as these sites fill up fast especially on the weekends.  

https://www.reserveamerica.com/camping/lake-ogallala-sra/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NE&parkId=230100

Before you arrive at the park you will need to head towards the McConaughey side to get a fill up of water since it is a little easier to fill up here then at the campground.  They do have 5 water stations on site if you prefer.  This is where you will also find the dump station after your vacation is completed.  

Lake Ogallala has only 320 acres of water but there is plenty of good fishing.  I caught a 8 pound catfish there last year.  The grandkids will love this place because they can catch a bunch of small fish here in a split second.   

You are welcome to swim here but use caution and I would be sure to bring some water shoes as the fisherman/fisherwomen could have lost some hooks in the water.  

Bring some bug spray...well bring a gallon of bug spray since you are by the water there are lots of biting flies and mosquitos. 

Nebraska is known for its humidity so know that when its hot it's HOT! 

A wheelchair accessible fishing dock is on site.
The bathhouse offers flush toilets and paid showers.  They are pretty clean but due to the bugs sometimes they can overtake the bathrooms and cause them to look dirty. The new shower house is a big hit because it is super clean and brand new! Bring some shower shoes...well whenever you use a public shower always wear shower shoes-flip flops.