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Branched Oak Lake SRA, Nebraska

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Branched Oak Lake SRA, Nebraska

The state's most heavily visited recreation area, Branched Oak hosts nearly one million visitors annually on its 1,800 acre lake surface and surrounding 3,960 acres of land. Completed in 1966, Branched Oak is the largest of 10 Salt Creek Flood Control Project dams built by the Army Corps of Engineers to protect the City of Lincoln and surrounding communities. The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District is the local project sponsor. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission developed and operates the lake's recreational facilities and manages its wildlife resources under a long-term lease agreement with the Corps. A valid Park Entry Permit is required to enter the recreation area.

Fees: Contact the Branched Oak SRA office for fee information

Location: 4 miles W of Raymond, NE (North of Lincoln, NE on Hwy 77)

Contact: BRANCHED OAK SRA
Phone: (402)783-3400
FAX: (402)783-0327
kinnamon@ngpc.state.ne.us


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Camping

Branched Oak Camping
Branched Oak CampingCamping is permitted in nine public use areas around the lake. Facilities and opportunities range from modern to primitive. All campers must register, ... more about Branched Oak Camping

Fishing

Branched Oak Fishing
Fishing is a popular activity, and Branched Oak supports a varied fish population, including bluegill, channel and flathead catfish, black and white c ... more about Branched Oak Fishing

Boating

Branched Oak Boating
As the largest body of recreational water within 100 miles of Lincoln and Omaha, Branched Oak is popular with powerboaters and sailboaters, alike. Boa ... more about Branched Oak Boating

Hunting

Branched Oak Hunting/Trapping
Quail, dove, pheasant, squirrel, cottontail rabbit and white tail deer abound in the woods and grasslands around Branched Oak. Waterfowl, too, are ple ... more about Branched Oak Hunting/Trapping

Trails

Branched Oak Trails
Hikers, bicyclists and equestrians can have their choice of several trails around Branched Oak. On Liebers Point near Area #6, nature lovers can walk ... more about Branched Oak Trails

Swimming

Branched Oak Swimming
Two designated swimming beaches and associated picnic areas are located in Area #6 on Liebers Point and Area #10 on the lake's north side. Both are op ... more about Branched Oak Swimming

Group Activities

Branched Oak Lake Events
Branched Oak hosts numerous special events each year. The most notable are the bicycling, swimming, triathlon and sailing events of the ever popular C ... more about Branched Oak Lake Events