Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area

Over 5,000 acres for fishing, boating and swimming.
Sand beaches, 2 modern campground, 2 primitive campgrounds, fish hatchery
and visitor center. The office, shower building and dump station are open
beginning the last Fri in Apr-Sept 15. Office hours: 8 am-5 pm, daily. The park
is open year round. Use of the shower house is restricted to registered
campers at Homestead Knolls campground. Two fish cleaning stations with
water and disposals, 5 boat ramps and docks from spring to fall.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Camping fees charged. Park entry permit required.
Address
2 mi. west and 4 mi. north of Burwell via asphalt road.
Phone
(308) 346-5666
Map
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Handicapped Accessible

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park

Restored 1870 plains infantry post. Living history and guides in period uniforms. Grounds open 8am-8pm…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Calamus State Fish Hatchery

Open daily from 10am-4pm. Closed holidays. Must schedule tours in advance (48 hours preferred). Normally…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Calamus Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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