Services & Amenities:
Within Park
- Archery Range
- Boat Ramp
- Boating, Canoeing
- Dump Station
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Showerhouse Facility
- Swimming
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Attention: 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. Description
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.
Recreation: 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. Facilities: 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. Alerts and Important Information 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.Getting There:Contact Information:
Mailing Address: Bluestem State Recreation Area5800 W. Sprague Road Martell NE 68404 |
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