Lake McConaughy SRA

Lake McConaughy SRA This is the official Nebraska Game and Parks page for Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area, located in Keith County. These pages are not monitored 24/7.

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04/23/2026

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We're migrating! Finding the best information to inspire your next adventure should be simple. To better serve you, we w...
03/31/2026

We're migrating!

Finding the best information to inspire your next adventure should be simple. To better serve you, we will be uniting all of our social media under the official Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Nebraskaland Magazine accounts beginning April 23. This move will make it easier to find the stories, updates and inspiration you love.

Don’t worry! Your favorite content isn’t going away; it’s just getting a new home.

Follow along to stay connected to Nebraska’s wild places and your next adventure.

The body of an adult man was recovered from Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area on Aug. 18 after a search and rescue e...
08/18/2025

The body of an adult man was recovered from Lake McConaughy State Recreation Area on Aug. 18 after a search and rescue effort that started Aug. 17.

An autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death and to help identify the man. As of 5 p.m. Mountain time Monday, no one had been reported missing in the area.

At 7:53 p.m. Aug. 17, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission conservation officers received a report of a kayak found overturned and empty near the Lemoyne Bay boat ramp.

Conservation officers, along with the Keystone Lemoyne Fire and Rescue and the Keith County Sheriff’s Office, conducted a search for the man using marine sonar until dark. They resumed their search Monday after a morning storm passed through the area.

At approximately 1:05 p.m. MT, the man was located and recovered by the Keystone Lemoyne Fire and Rescue dive team.

The incident remains under investigation. No further information will be released until the man’s identity is confirmed and family has been notified.

The body of an adult man was recovered from Lake McConaughy SRA on Aug. 18 after a search and rescue effort that started Aug. 17.

Join our team! Lake McConaughy SRA is seeking applicants for the following positions: 📍 Park Superintendent II - Ensure ...
08/18/2025

Join our team! Lake McConaughy SRA is seeking applicants for the following positions:

📍 Park Superintendent II - Ensure that all the SRA's internal and external services, processes, procedures and outreach are accessible, welcoming, efficient and inclusive for all visitors.
Learn more and apply: https://son.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NebraskaStateCareers/job/Parks-Superintendent-II_JR2025-00018758

📍 Park Superintendent I - Work alongside the park management team and gain experience in operational planning, personnel management, groundskeeping, facility maintenance, and more.
Learn more and apply: https://son.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NebraskaStateCareers/job/Temp-Superintendent-I_JR2025-00018742

📍 Office Specialist - Provide excellent customer service to park guests, book reservations for campgrounds, sell park permits, and provide administrative support.
Learn more and apply: https://son.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NebraskaStateCareers/job/Temporary-Office-Specialist_JR2025-00018743

Featuring one of Lake McConaughy’s Vendors:🚤 Ski PatrolWith Ski Patrol, lake days are made easy. Cruise in style with Tr...
07/27/2025

Featuring one of Lake McConaughy’s Vendors:🚤 Ski Patrol

With Ski Patrol, lake days are made easy. Cruise in style with Tritoon, ski boat, and jet ski rentals, or count on us for camper and vehicle towing across beaches 1 through 5. Whether you're chasing thrills or need a hand in the sand, we’ve got you covered.
“Book your ride and rescue today—spots fill fast!”

Featuring one of Lake McConaughy’s Vendors - Saved By The WellSaved By The Well is located on weekends at the Martin Bay...
07/15/2025

Featuring one of Lake McConaughy’s Vendors - Saved By The Well

Saved By The Well is located on weekends at the Martin Bay entrance. They sell direct trade coffee and sustainably sourced tea, loaded teas, blended lemonades, organic matcha and chai, real fruit smoothies, sodas and mocktails. They also cater parties and offer drop off or pick up services to bring the coffee to your campground!

Lake McConaughy’s featured Concessionaire is Big Mac Campground.  Big Mac Campground is a growing full-service campgroun...
07/07/2025

Lake McConaughy’s featured Concessionaire is Big Mac Campground.

Big Mac Campground is a growing full-service campground, located at Arthur Bay. This campground features oversized full hook up sites and a wonderful convenience store that has some of the best Lake Mac souvenirs as well as snacks, drinks, ice cream, camping supplies and beach necessities. Big Mac Campground also has a mobile ice cream trailer that cruises the lake’s sandy beaches.

Reservations are full for the holiday weekend for beach and campground camping at Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala.  Th...
07/01/2025

Reservations are full for the holiday weekend for beach and campground camping at Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala.

There is no limit on day use. Admiral's Cove Resort and Marina still has beach camping available to reserve. You can call Arthur Bay RV Park to check on open camping spots.

For motels and other options visit: https://visitkeithcounty.com/stay/hotels-motels/

AVAILABLE DOCKS:
Divers Bay
Martin Bay low water
Lake Ogallala (both)
Water Level: 3,231.2 = 900,200ac-ft (51.6% capacity)

Fireworks are not permitted at Lake McConaughy or Lake Ogallala.

The City of Ogallala is hosting a FREE DRONE SHOW Saturday, July 5 at 10 p.m. at Western Diamonds Sports Complex.

📸: Julie Geiser

Welcome to Kinglsey Dam Resort, one of Lake McConaughy’s Concessionaires.  Kingsley Dam Resort offers cabins and RV site...
06/30/2025

Welcome to Kinglsey Dam Resort, one of Lake McConaughy’s Concessionaires.

Kingsley Dam Resort offers cabins and RV sites that have beautiful views of Lake Mac sunsets. The store sells high quality clothing, souvenirs, beach toys, bait tackle and snacks. It’s a must stop when visiting Lake McConaughy!

Planning to camp at Lake McConaughy or Lake Ogallala SRAs over the 4th of July weekend? Remember to book your campsite i...
06/17/2025

Planning to camp at Lake McConaughy or Lake Ogallala SRAs over the 4th of July weekend? Remember to book your campsite in advance!

Camping reservations are required during peak camping season, including all campgrounds and beach camping areas. Reservations can be made online, on the mobile app RA Camping, or by phone at 308-284-8800 during business hours.

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wKW95

📷: Eric Fowler

Van's Lakeview is one of Lake McConaughy’s Concessionaires and Vendors.Van’s Lakeview, located on the south side of Lake...
06/16/2025

Van's Lakeview is one of Lake McConaughy’s Concessionaires and Vendors.

Van’s Lakeview, located on the south side of Lake McConaughy, has many things to offer to visitors including an onsite store that sells ice cream, food, snacks, fishing supplies, and clothing. Van's also has a tug service available for anyone with the purchase of an in/out ticket during store hours. Gas is offered at the store and on the water. Van's also has a fish cleaning station open to all visitors. Van’s Lakeview is open from May 15 to September 7, camping reservations can be made at vanslakeview.com.

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1475 Highway 61 N
Ogallala, NE
69153

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