About this campground
Overview Gremlin Cove Shelter 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. 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. Facilities The facility provides a shelter with multiple benches, grills, two restrooms and a nearby playground and water access. A boat ramp is nearby for lake access. The main road is hard surfaced, while others are gravel. A parking lot is provided for the shelter. Natural Features Located in south central Nebraska, lands surrounding Harlan County Lake are primarily mixed grass prairie land. The campground has scattered trees which offer 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (308) 799-2105.
Getting there
From Highway 80, take Highway 183 south to Alma, Nebraska. Turn left onto Highway 136. then turn right on Berrigan Road and travel 1.25 miles to the intersection of Road B. Go straight and travel a quarter mile; the park entrance is on west side of the road.
Activities
- ARCHERY
- PICNICKING
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