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Summit Lake State Recreation Area

Tekamah, NE

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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

Summit Lake State Recreation Area has a 190-acre lake surrounded by 345 acres of land, with fishing, boating, hiking, hunting, swimming, and camping. Equestrian trails, an archery range, and a playground add to the options. Recent additions include jetties that give bank anglers access to deeper water and the newly developed 10-mile Centennial Trail around the lake. The area has two boat ramps, five docks, a fish-cleaning station, a swimming beach, more than 70 picnic tables, 64 grills, two shelters, and two miles of hike-bike trails, with a shower house and dump station. Camping includes 43 Electric Plus sites and 25 Basic sites, plus primitive equestrian camping with superintendent approval. About 75 percent of the Electric Plus sites are reservable up to 180 days ahead at 1-844-637-2757.

Contact & location

📞 (402) 377-2011
✉️ summitlake@outdoornebraska.gov
📍 2787 County Road G, Tekamah, NE, 68061

Nearby state parks

🌲Pelican Point State Recreation Area · Tekamah · 10.5 mi
🌲Lewis and Clark State Park · Onawa · 20.7 mi
🌲Dead Timber State Recreation Area · Scribner · 20.8 mi

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Summit Lake State Recreation Area FAQ

Where is Summit Lake State Recreation Area located?
Summit Lake State Recreation Area is in Tekamah, Nebraska, at 2787 County Road G. GPS coordinates: 41.76088, -96.29164. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Summit Lake 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 Summit Lake State Recreation Area?
You can call (402) 377-2011 or email summitlake@outdoornebraska.gov. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Summit Lake State Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Summit Lake 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.