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Hunter Cove

Near Republican City, Nebraska

Hunter Cove Park is located on the eastern end of Harlan County Lake near Republican City, Nebraska.

The 13,000-acre Harlan County Lake is the second largest lake in Nebraska. The lake and surrounding land hold great appeal for sportsmen, birders, naturalists or anyone wanting to just get away.

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Hunter Cove

Hunter Cove Park offers 150 campsites, both with and without electric hookups.

The facility provides a playground, a volleyball court and a boat ramp and two full service marinas are located on the east end of the lake.

The main road is hard surfaced, while others are gravel. A fish cleaning station with grinder and running water is located near the entrance.

Need to Know

We are currently in a burn ban on Harlan County Lake USACE property. The only fires allowed are for cooking with contained propane devices in recreational areas.

Only one camping unit allowed per site

All campers must check in when arriving at park

An attendant is on duty during the peak season of May through September

Off-road vehicles not permitted in the campground

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Natural Features

Located in south central Nebraska, lands surrounding Harlan County Lake are primarily mixed grass prairie land. The campground is mostly forested, offering ample shade during the warmth of summer.

The Republican River Valley was once occupied by one of the greatest concentrations of buffalo on the Great Plains and was a favored hunting ground for the Pawnee, Sioux, Cheyenne, and Arapaho Indian tribes.

Recreation

Harlan County Lake is popular for fishing, hiking, hunting and boating.

Walleye, wipers, white bass, northern pike and channel catfish are the most sought-after fish species. Game animals include pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, white-tailed and mule deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel.

The lake offers a variety of hiking trails of varying length and style, as well as one equestrian trail a short drive away. An off-road vehicle trail is located in nearby Republican City.

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Hunter Cover Boat RampHunter Cove Boat Ramp

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Hunter Cove Fish Cleaning StationHunter Cover Fish Cleaning Station

Entrance to Hunter Cove Campground Entrance to Hunter Cove Campground

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