Bluestem State Recreation Area

5800 W. Sprague Road, Martell NE 68404
Martell, NE 68404

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The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission maintains the right to establish "black-out" dates and reserve facilities or lodging for Special Events and maintenance related needs.

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Located southwest of Lincoln, Bluestem State Recreation Area features 742-acres for picnicking, camping and much more. Anglers especially enjoy Bluestem, which has a 325-acre lake.

All types of boating are allowed at Bluestem. The area also has four docks and three boat ramps. Bluestem State Recreation Area provides great fishing opportunities for largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, walleye and crappies, among others. A swimming beach provides guests with a way to cool off during the hot summer months. There are no lifeguards on duty. Game at Bluestem State Recreation Area includes pheasant, quail, turkey, squirrel, waterfowl and deer on 417 acres of land.

An archery range gives both new and experienced archers the chance to sharpen their skills. Bluestem has numerous picnic tables and grills for those looking for a spot to grill and relax.

Camp site features

Across 36 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 20 of 36 sites
Fire pit: all 36 sites
Picnic table: all 36 sites
Pets allowed: all 36 sites
ADA accessible: 3 of 36 sites
Largest party: 8 people
Power up to 50 amps

Fees

Non-Peak Primitive Site $10.00 Non-Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00 Non-Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00 Non-Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00 Peak Primitive Site $10-$12 Peak Standard Full Hookup $22.00-$24.00 Peak Standard with Electric Hookup $19.00-$21.00 Peak Standard with Water and Electric Hookups $21.00-$23.00

Rules

Currently, water levels at Bluestem SRA are extremely low. As a result, access to boat ramps and the swim beach is significantly limited or unavailable. These conditions are due to ongoing drought and lack of rainfall. Bluestem relies on natural precipitation to maintain water levels. Visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly and check conditions before arrival.

Directions

From Lincoln: Take Highway 77 south, then head west on W. Sprague Road. From Omaha: Take I-80 west to Highway 77 south, then west on W. Sprague Road. From Beatrice: Take Highway 77 north, then west on W. Sprague Road. From Central Nebraska: Take I-80 east to Highway 77 south, then west on W. Sprague Road.

Stay Limit

Check in from 4 PM, check out by 2 PM.

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