Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type.
About this park
Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area has a 3,000-surface-acre lake just off Interstate 80 in western Nebraska, with great spots for swimming, picnicking, camping, fishing, and boating. Anglers catch channel catfish, freshwater drum, walleye, smallmouth bass, wipers, and yellow perch. The area has three boat ramps, two docks, one unsupervised swim beach, trap shooting ranges, and an ADA-accessible fishing pier. Hunters pursue dove, pheasant, and waterfowl. Camping is first-come, first-served year-round, with 22 Electric Plus sites and more than 100 primitive sites, vault restrooms, and water. Fees are paid at Iron Ranger boxes with cash or check.
Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area FAQ
Where is Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area located?
Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area is in Sutherland, Nebraska, at West State Farm Rd. and South NE Highway 25. GPS coordinates: 41.0991, -101.13937. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area?
Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area?
You can call (308) 535-8025. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Methodist Cove (118.5 mi, reservable)
- Hunter Cove (122.4 mi, reservable)
- Minooka Park (202.0 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Sutherland Reservoir State Recreation Area?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.