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Learn more about alerts →Trout anglers with RVs who want full hookups steps from the water will get the most out of sites 119-154. Reserve well ahead for peak trout season and summer weekends, and bring a shade canopy since the loop runs more open than the rest of the park.
Tent campers are out entirely, this loop is RV-only. Light sleepers should also know a pyrotechnic bird deterrent fires near Campground 3 between 8 and 10 a.m. daily, and cell service is essentially nonexistent in the valley.
Context for the broader area surrounding Campground 3 (Sites 119-154), sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.
<A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Facility.jsp?fac_Name=Virginia+Smith+Dam">Virginia Smith Dam</a> (formerly called Calamus Dam) and Calamus Reservoir, <A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Project.jsp?proj_Name=North Loup Division Project">North Loup Division, P-SMBP</a>, are on the Calamus River in Nebraska. Recreation at the site is managed for the Bureau of Reclamation by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Reservoir open 24 hours. Good access roads. Fishing season is year round. Available species include walleye, wiper, white bass, northern pike, largemouth bass, rainbow trout, and crappie. Irrigation supply reservoir experiencing moderate fluctuations. The reservoir has 5,142 water surface acres, 6404 land acres and 31 miles of shoreline. <a href="http://www.usbr.gov/gp-bin/arcweb_cane.pl">Current reservoir level.</a>
Site is 5 miles northwest of Burwell. Nearest highway is Nebraska 91.
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Spring through early fall brings the valley to life, with trout season and summer weekends drawing crowds of anglers and families eager to experience this Ozark gem. If you prefer a quieter escape, fall offers cooler temperatures, spectacular foliage, and more elbow room on the water and at the campsites. Winter and late off-season see the park slow to a peaceful hush, though some services do close down during this time. The park officially kicks off its on-season February 25, when the hatchery and full amenities come back online.
Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.
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Campground 3 sites include full-site types (basic, electric and sewer/electric/water) and the park offers showers and potable water during the on-season. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings; Wi‑Fi has been reported by visitors in the camping area.
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