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Lewis and Clark SRA/Bloomfield Area
Overview
Lewis and Clark SRA - Bloomfield Area serves as a scenic gateway to the second-largest reservoir in Nebraska. Located on the southern shores of the Missouri River, this state recreation area is renowned for its striking white chalkstone bluffs and expansive water views. It offers a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunity, making it a cornerstone for outdoor tourism in the Great Plains region for over half a century. The park provides a tranquil environment where travelers can enjoy the vast Nebraska sky and the gentle sounds of the lake.
Location & Surroundings
Situated just north of Crofton, NE, the Bloomfield Area is part of a larger network of parks surrounding Lewis and Clark Lake. The environment is characterized by rolling hills and a rugged shoreline, providing a diverse habitat for local wildlife and migratory birds. The proximity to the Gavins Point Dam ensures a stable water level, creating a reliable environment for both aquatic activities and shoreline relaxation. The surrounding landscape transitions from lush greenery in the summer to vibrant golds in the autumn, offering a shifting palette for visitors.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground features a variety of sites designed to accommodate different camping styles while providing essential comforts. Travelers will find several key features to enhance their stay:
- Electric hookup sites offering both 30 and 50-amp service for modern RVs.
- Access to modern shower houses and well-maintained restroom facilities.
- Multiple boat ramps that provide easy entry to the lake for daily excursions.
The park also includes a convenient dump station, fresh water fill-up points, and picnic shelters that are perfect for gathering after a day on the water.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Water sports are the primary attraction, with the lake being a premier hotspot for sailing, powerboating, and jet skiing. Anglers frequently visit the area to test their skills against walleye, sauger, and smallmouth bass in the deep reservoir waters. For those who prefer land-based adventures, the nearby historic Gavins Point Dam and the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center offer fascinating educational exhibits about the Corps of Discovery. The surrounding trail systems allow for peaceful hikes with excellent vantage points for spotting bald eagles.
Who This Park Is Best For
This location is a fantastic choice for active families and water sports fans looking for a well-equipped base camp for lake adventures. It caters well to travelers who enjoy a mix of rustic charm and essential modern conveniences. Because of the stunning sunsets and unique geology of the area, it is also a top pick for landscape photographers and retirees who prefer a destination with significant natural visual appeal and a slower, more deliberate pace of travel.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
User Reviews
Eric Bresee
Campground is awesome but the facilities aren’t the best. Bath house next to our site was toilets only no showers. That was never described anywhere we seen, it was also dirty. Cobwebs everywhere. To shower be sure to take quarters or at $1 and $5 bills and hope the machine that gives you change works. Also when putting the quarters in the shower hopefully that works. If the facilities were as nice as the actual campground I would have gave it 5 stars.
Reddawn 2020
Nice clean and quiet park. Pads are level and spaced out enough. They have a very nice marina and store. I love their firewood vending machine. We wanted a campfire late and the wood was available at anytime. Will be back.
MJ Goodwin
Absolutely love it here! We visit every year with friends and truly enjoy it. The cabins are great. Came up for the Valentines Day special weekend and it couldn't have been better! Great care and thought was given to the planning and we will be back for this as well.
Ben Pickell
Beautiful campground ruined by noise. We were so excited to stay here for the last year since we found the park last summer but oh what a disappointment. There is a private campground just across the road from the state park entrance and they have live bands with LOUD music that we can hear loud and clearly through our camper walls. It's really a shame. It's a beautiful campground with lots of amenities, but we will not be back for this very reason. There is no reason we should be able to hear their music at 1130 p.m. over half a mile away. Also a little disappointment with the lack of good fishing access as the entire bank of the park is covered in large rocks with no safe areas to fish from. But this issue is minor compared to the noise issue. The staff here are great but the noise will keep us from returning.
Steve Brewer
Love this place! Shady, excellent boat ramps, swimming beaches, rental cabins, and a beautiful lake to have all kinds of fun. Kid friendly with playgrounds and even a Amphitheater ! Trails to walk and talk! Totally recommend and go camping.I camped on the S Dakota side of the lake not Nebraska!