Hunter Cove
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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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 81 |
| Standard, no hookups | 28 |
| Tent-only | 20 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 85 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
129 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 006 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 009 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 60 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | HCOV | Electric | Pull-through | 55 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 85 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 016, 053 are listed accessible |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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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. Turn right and travel one mile; the park entrance is on south side of the road.
| Nearest town | Republican City, Nebraska |
| Coordinates | 40.0831° N, 99.2277° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 23.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Bish's RV Of Kearney ↗ | 41.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Cabela's ↗ | 44.3 mi |
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Video
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Worth a stop
- 0.5 miNorth Shore Marina ↗Boat launch
- 2.9 miPatterson Harbor Marina ↗Boat launch
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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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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hunter Cove?
Sites at Hunter Cove are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hunter Cove?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hunter Cove have?
133 sites, including 81 standard sites with power, 28 standard sites without power, and 20 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hunter Cove?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Hunter Cove have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Hunter Cove?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hunter Cove. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hunter Cove?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Hunter Cove?
Sites 016 and 053 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Hunter Cove?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Hunter Cove?
Harlan County Lake is popular for fishing, hiking, hunting and boating. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hunter Cove?
Republican City, Nebraska.
Source: Getting there
What if Hunter Cove is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Methodist Cove (4.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby