- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
State Recreation Area
56010 718th Road | Alexandria, NE 68303
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Alexandria State Recreation Area is a peaceful getaway encompassing 55 acres of land with two lakes totaling 46 acres of water. The area is fairly level with mature trees for shade and offers fishing, picnic shelters and campsites.
A camper enjoys the shade at a lakeside RV campground at Alexandria SRA. Eric Fowler, Nebraskaland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
A white-tailed deer walking near a forested area at Alexandria SRA. Eric Fowler, Nebraskaland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
A boy fishes at Alexandria SRA during summertime. Eric Fowler, Nebraskaland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
Both lakes at Alexandria State Recreation Area are no wake lakes. No docks or ramps are available.
The two lakes at Alexandria offer fishing opportunities for bass, bluegill, common carp, channel catfish, crappie and redear sunfish.
There is a large group shelter and a small shelter available for picnicking. The large shelter, located on the western shore of Lake #2, has power and water available for use. Both shelters are first-come, first-served.
Western history buffs can visit Rock Creek Station State Historical Park which is located approximately 22 miles from Alexandria State Recreation Area. It is at Rock Creek Station that Wild Bill Hickok began his notorious career.
Alexandria State Recreation Area’s campground has plenty of shade trees around its campsites. It offers 40 grass pad sites with 30-amp electrical hookup, 5 sites with 50-amp electrical hookup, and 9 sites without electricity. The campground also offers water, pit toilets and modern restroom, playground, and dump and fill station.
All campsites at Alexandria SRA are first-come, first-served. Campers must register their nightly camping fees in a raised, locked box called an Iron Ranger. Self-service envelopes are provided at each station and accept cash or checks only.
Park Pricing
A park entry permit is required to visit state parks and may be purchased at the park, statewide Game and Parks offices and permit vendors, or in advance of your arrival online. View those fees, as well as attraction and amenity pricing.
