- The perfect place to unpack your bags & vacation. Located on the Lewis & Clark Lake near Crofton, Nebraska.
- Homes are surrounded by outdoor splendor, the beauty and peacefulness of the Lewis & Clark Lake and loaded with all the comforts and amenities you would expect for the perfect vacation.
- Kitchens are fully equipped and all towels and linens are furnished.
- Every room is fully furnished and decorated.
- Our list of amenities includes satellite TV, DVD players, washer & dryers, microwave, fireplace & toiletry items.
- Spend a fun day on the lake or a leisurely afternoon soaking up the sun with a good book on the deck. When evening comes you may want to enjoy the beauty & splendor of the sunset over the water or cuddle up next to the fireplace.
- For some, it just wouldn't be a vacation without a game of golf. We are located just 6 miles from the beautiful & hilly terrain of the Lakeview Golf Course.
- While dad golf’s there is a hiking trail just 1 minute from the golf course. It leads to public deck on a cliff overlooking the entire lake. You don't want to miss this adventure.
Activities
Swimming, Boating, Sailing, Water-skiing, Windsurfing, Jet-skiing, Hiking, Biking, Golf, Tennis, Basketball, Fitness Center, Horseshoes, Miniature Golf, Fishing, Hunting, Wildlife Viewing, Horseback Riding, Shopping, Restaurants, Live Theater, Cinemas, Museums, Sightseeing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Sledding.
ABOUT THE LAKE
Nebraska's second largest lake, Lewis & Clark straddles the northeast border with South Dakota, about 7 miles north of Crofton on NE Hwy 121 in the northwest corner of Cedar County. The lake stretches for some 35 miles at maximum pool, with 90 miles of shoreline. Maximum depth is 45 feet. It draws its name from the Lewis & Clark Expedition, which camped nearby on their epic journey to explore the Louisiana Purchase. This Nebraska Game and Parks Commission state recreation area includes five areas on the south side of the lake - Weigand-Burbach, Miller Creek, Bloomfield, South Shore and Deep Water.
FISHING
Lewis and Clark Lake offers more than 33,000 acres of water for fishing and water sports. The lake features 30 miles of narrow, wooded shoreline and measures 45 feet deep at Gavins Point Dam. The lake is noted for its tournament-quality smallmouth and largemouth bass fishery in the upper reaches of the lake near Springfield, South Dakota and Niobrara, Nebraska. This area is a winding maze of cattails and weedbeds that hold large numbers of bass.Anglers will discover other species including walleye, sauger, northern pike, white bass, perch and keeper-size channel catfish. There is also an excellent opportunity for freshwater drum and good populations of bluegill and crappie in the upper reservoir. Fisherman can try shoreline fishing from one of the accessible fishing docks, or rent a fishing boat from the marina.
BOATING
Boaters can utilize one of several ski beaches at Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, but must stay clear of all zoned swimming beaches. Boaters are welcome to tie their boats up to the shoreline if they are a registered camper, but are warned of unexpected storms that may quickly form and cause damage to their vessels on the unprotected shoreline.
- Safety patrol will be operating on the lake. Be sure your boat is properly numbered and has all required safety equipment and lighting for your size of boat. Be familiar with different buoys and what they indicate.
- Youths. Owners of motorboats propelled by a motor of more than 6 HP may not allow youths under 12 years of age to operate the boat unless accompanied by a person at least 18 years old.
- Boat operators, when operating at greater than no-wake speed, are required to assure that each child on board under seven years of age is wearing a Coast Guard approved life jacket unless the child is within a cabin or below deck.
- Except in an emergency, no person under the age of 14 may operate or be permitted to operate a personal watercraft unless there is a person 18 years of age or older on board the craft.
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HUNTING
The area has excellent waterfowl hunting, in addition to pheasant and turkey populations. Big game hunters will find an excellent white-tailed deer population around the area.
Park Restrictions and Exceptions
Uncased firearms and bows are prohibited in all state parks, recreation areas, state nature areas, and certain lakeside use areas with the following exceptions:
- Uncased firearms and bows are permitted on designated rifle and archery ranges year-round.
- Uncased firearms and bows are prohibited year-round in all established campgrounds.
- Uncased firearms and bows are authorized Oct 1 - Apr 30 for licensed hunters in all state parks (except Custer State Park), state recreation areas, nature areas and lakeside use areas during established hunting seasons with the following restrictions:
- Only bow and arrows are permitted in Chief White Crane Recreation Area.
- Uncased .22 caliber rimfire firearms are prohibited in all state parks and recreation areas year-round.
WINTER SPORTS
Winter can be a fun time at Lewis & Clark. When the ice is sufficient, the lake is open to ice fishing, skating, and snowmobiling. Snowmobilers can also use area roads but must stay out of other areas. Cross-country skiing is becoming increasingly popular with park visitors.
Lewis & Clark is a prime area for bird watchers, especially for bald eagles. For birders in the area, a checklist of birds is available. Although prepared for Niobrara State Park, the same species could potentially be sighted around the lake. Alert visitors can also spot wild turkeys, deer, coyotes, and a variety of other small mammals. |
