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Harlan Lake Trails
Harlan County Lake offers two nature trails of varying length and style. The River's Edge nature trail is located along the Republican River within North Outlet Park. This trail winds through the river bottom forest and is well maintained with many trees identified by markers.
, NE HikingSherman Reservoir Camping
An abundance of recreation sites are located intermittently around the reservoir offering primitive camping at 360
, NE CampingMcConaughy Camping and Public Use
Martin Bay Probably the most popular area at Lake McConaughy, Martin Bay appeals particularly to anglers, pleasure boaters, water skiers, and sailing enthusiasts. Typical of Lake Mac'
, NE CampingHarlan Lake Camping
North Shore Marina Camping-- Our campground features 75 spaces with large lots, and many pull through spaces. Sewer hookup, water, and 50 amp electrical service is available on every site. "This campground is for RV's only."
, NE CampingNorth Shore Marina Camping
Our campground features 75 spaces with large lots, and many pull through spaces. Sewer hookup, water, and 50 amp electrical service is available on every site. This campground is for RV's only. We do not allow tents or pop-ups. Fires must be in an above ground fireplace. Rates are $30
, NE CampingHarlan Lake Boating
North Shore Marina provides year round dry storage that accommodates boats up to 28ft., with us launching and loading the boats for our customers in the summer months. Boats stay on their trailers inside our two secure 150' or 200' steel buildings. North Shore Marina has 84 covered slips, 27
, NE BoatingYear Round Fishing
Fishing has always been the primary drawing card at Lake Mac, with its cool, clear, deep waters. Game fish vary from the sporty rainbow trout to the every-day channel catfish. Prized most highly by the local angler is the walleye, and Nebraska's current state record of 16-lbs., 2
, NE FishingSwanson Reservoir Hunting
In the fall and winter, hunters pursue waterfowl, upland game birds, and deer, while anglers chop the ice for crappie and northern. Swanson has 3,000
, NE HuntingEnders Hunting
Including the lake, the entire State Recreation Area encompasses 5,300 acres. Of the 3,643 acres of land, The Enders Wildlife Refuge covers 2,146
, NE Hunting