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Hunter Cove Campground

Harlan County Lake, Nebraska

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As of October 2026, Hunter Cove Campground is a campground in Nebraska with 77 campsites. Hunter Cove Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Hunter Cove Campground is located at 40.0831° N, 99.2277° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Hunter Cove Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Hunter Cove Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Hunter Cove Campground

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Standard 77
Accessible 1
Hookups 49

What an RV fits

35–39 ft2 sites
40–44 ft2 sites
45–49 ft3 sites
50–54 ft11 sites
55–59 ft13 sites
60–64 ft22 sites
65–69 ft3 sites
70–74 ft8 sites
75–79 ft3 sites
80–84 ft3 sites
85–89 ft7 sites

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Hunter Cove Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
001	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
002	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
003	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
004	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
005	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
006	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
007	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
008	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
009	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
010	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
011	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
012	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
013	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
014	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
017	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
018	HCOV	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
019	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
020	HCOV	Standard	8	65 ft	Electric	-
021	HCOV	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
022	HCOV	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric	-
023	HCOV	Standard	8	40 ft	Electric	-
024	HCOV	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric	-
025	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
026	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
027	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
028	HCOV	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric	-
029	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
030	HCOV	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric	-
031	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
032	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
033	HCOV	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric	-
034	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
035	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
036	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
037	HCOV	Standard	8	70 ft	Electric	-
038	HCOV	Standard	8	75 ft	Electric	-
039	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
040	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
041	HCOV	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric	-
042	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
043	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
044	HCOV	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric	-
047	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	-
048	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	-
049	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	-
050	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	-
051	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	-
052	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	-
053	HCOV	Standard	8	85 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
054	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
055	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
056	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
058	HCOV N	Standard	8	55 ft	-	-
072	HCOV N	Standard	8	50 ft	-	-
075	HCOV N	Standard	8	75 ft	-	-
076	HCOV N	Standard	8	70 ft	-	-
077	HCOV N	Standard	8	50 ft	-	-
078	HCOV N	Standard	8	65 ft	-	-
079	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
080	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
081	HCOV N	Standard	8	80 ft	-	-
082	HCOV N	Standard	8	70 ft	-	-
083	HCOV N	Standard	8	75 ft	-	-
084	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
085	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
086	HCOV N	Standard	8	65 ft	-	-
087	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
088	HCOV N	Standard	8	70 ft	-	-
089	HCOV N	Standard	8	70 ft	-	-
090	HCOV N	Standard	8	80 ft	-	-
091	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
096	HCOV N	Standard	8	60 ft	-	-
098	HCOV N	Standard	8	50 ft	-	-
099	HCOV N	Standard	8	35 ft	-	-
101	HCOV N	Standard	8	80 ft	-	-
102	HCOV N	Standard	8	40 ft	-	-
103	HCOV N	Standard	8	70 ft	-	-

About Hunter Cove Campground

Overview

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.

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

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.

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.

Rules and notices at Hunter Cove Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Hunter Cove Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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.

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Hunter Cove Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hunter Cove Campground?

Hunter Cove Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 77 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hunter Cove Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hunter Cove Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Hunter Cove Campground have?

Hunter Cove Campground has 77 campsites.

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