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Located at the west end of Lake McConaughy off Highway 92, this area features hard surfaced roads and 85 Electric Plus sites and 17 Basic sites. Water is available at nearly every camp site throughout the area and a shower and restroom facility is located in the center of the campground.
Nearly everything about Lake McConaughy is big. At 30,000 surface acres, it is Nebraska’s largest reservoir, its dam is among the largest of its type in the world and its fish grow to trophy proportions, accounting for several state records. Even its nickname, “Big Mac,” reflects its size.
Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area is known to most Nebraskans and residents of neighboring states as a great place for outdoor recreation. Lake Mac’s white-sand beaches and clear waters are a favorite with campers, boaters, windsurfers, swimmers, water skiers, picnickers, scuba divers, hunters, anglers, and others seeking outdoor fun.
Located at the west end of Lake McConaughy off Highway 92, this area features hard-surfaced roads and 85 Electric Plus sites, and 17 Basic sites. Water is available at nearly every campsite throughout the area and a shower and restroom facility is located in the center of the campground.
Take Interstate 80 to the Ogallala Exit #126, then turn north onto Hwy 61 (or Spruce Street in Ogallala). Turn East (right) on Hwy 61 North and follow the road. The Visitor Center will be on the right-hand side of the road. 1 mile after the Visitor Center is the Kingsley Dam. After crossing the dam, take the first left for the Martin Bay entrance. You must check-in at the kiosk, or the Visitor Center, before proceeding to your camping spot.
Camping at these areas will be by advanced reservation only, 30 days in advance of arrival during peak season.
All overnight camping on designated camping beaches and in campgrounds will be available on a first-come, first-served basis Sept. 11, 2022, to May 14, 2023.
Awesome, friendly and diligent campground host. Lovely camp sites. Good shade. Great access to lake beaches. We had such a good time on our 5 night vacation there. There is a train track nearby with a busy train schedule which you can hear clearly day and night, but all campgrounds on the north shore of lake Mcconaughy are fairly near the tracks.
We have come every year for the past 60+ years. My father way longer than that as he is 70! The whole entire fam comes! We nearly take up the while loop! Its obvious as the years of adventure here will become a tradition for those who experience this wonderful Man-made lake, as you will ve amazed of the amount of beach and beatiful waters! A must see
This is a gem. I made it before season hit so there was nobody else there except for me and the camp host, Chuck. He's an AWESOME guy!!! Ask to see the mountain lion picture he took near site 99!
