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Red Willow State Recreation Area

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About Red Willow State Recreation Area

Some of the finest fishing and hunting in the state are found at Red Willow SRA, and the area has excellent facilities for camping and water-oriented recreation. Red Willow SRA offers 4,320 acres of land around a 1,628-acre lake. Camping, swimming, picnicking, and water recreation are very popular at Red Willow.

Location: Cedar tree and other woody brush filled canyons and draws with rocky outcroppings

Recreation: Boating, water sports, hunting, and fishing. Non-lifeguard beach area. 4 miles of hiking and biking trails, bird and wildlife watching opportunities and a 20 target archery range.

Nearby Attractions

Frank Lloyd Wright Sutton's House, Senator George Norris State Historical Site, Museum of the High Plains and Carnegie Library, Heritage Hills Golf Course

Amenities & Services

On-Site

  • Accessible fishing dock
  • Archery
  • Boat Ramp
  • Dump Station
  • Fish Cleaning Station
  • Fishing
  • Parking
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Swimming - Beach
  • Water
Getting There

11 miles north of McCook, NE or 54 miles south of North Platte, NE

Rules & Important Info

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 See Reservation Policies details

Facilities

48 camping pads with 30 and 50-amp electrical hookups are available, with access to showers and a dump station. Willow View Campground also offers a panoramic view of the lake. 19 designated basic campsites at other campgrounds in the area; ADA accessible Fishing Dock; Fish Cleaning Station; Swimming Beach; Archery Range

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Contact

Phone: 308-345-5899

Address: 72718 Trail 2, McCook, NE 69001

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