Pawnee State Recreation Area

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After a long winter, and some issues with our water system, we are happy to say that the water is turned back on! That being said we are back up to regular camping prices. If you have questions on the pricing please check out our signs at the entrance.

So a couple of updates for here at Pawnee and all of the Salt Valley. We are currently in our winter rates and the water in all the parks is turned off. Also, the burn ban has been lifted. We just ask that you still be cautious with your fires. Have a great weekend

I know it is the end of the season, but we now have t-shirts available at the office. Please if you are interested stop in and get one they are $12.00 plus tax!

Pawnee Lake has tested high for blue green algae. Signs throughout the park show the dangers of swimming in the lake. We can not stop you from swimming but ask that you do not. If you have any questions please call our office at 402-796-2362

All of our electrical sites in Area #4 are full for the weekend, we do have 3 spots available in Area #3 as of 1506 Thursday 25 May 23. Conestoga electrical spots are full as well.

The burn ban has officially been lifted, please be careful with fires, and ensure you extinguish them before leaving.

As many of you know the governor has extended the burn ban until 23 Apr, with that Game and Parks will not be allowing fires in the campgrounds until this ban is lifted. For questions please call 402-796-2362

To follow the Governor's no burning ban, we ask that you do not have campfires in the campgrounds until further notice. If you have any questions please call our office at 402-796-2362 or email us at [email protected]

All of our water and dump stations are open. The shower building is open and operational, our machine is out of order right now. If you do not bring your own quarters and need change see our camp host. Please be considerate of the time when you visit them. We hope to have it operational in a week or so.