Walgren Lake State Rec Area campground
Walgren Lake State Rec Area
For those interested in exploring the area around Walgren Lake, there are several nearby points of interest, including the Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park and the Niobrara National Scenic River.
The campground has 40 campsites available on a first-come, first-serve basis, with amenities including grills, picnic tables, and vault toilets. There is also a playground for children and a boat ramp for easy access to the lake.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the ancient, now extinct, American camel. Excavations in the region have produced fossils of these creatures, which are estimated to have lived around 10 million years ago.
The best time to visit Walgren Lake State Recreation Area is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the area can become quite windy, so visitors should be prepared for potential gusts.
What's on-site at Walgren Lake State Rec Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Walgren Lake State Rec Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Lake State Wildlife Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Red Cloud | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chadron State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Box Butte State Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Roberts Tract Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Walgren Lake State Rec Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White R Nr Ne-Sd State Line | 8 cfs | → |
| White R Near Oglala Sd | 101 cfs | → |
| Horsehead Cr At Oelrichs Sd | · | → |
| Lake Cr Above Refuge Near Tuthill Sd | 26 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Walgren Lake State Rec Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chadron 3sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Walgren Lake State Rec Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Walgren Lake State Rec Area
Can I make reservations at Walgren Lake State Rec Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Walgren Lake State Rec Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Walgren Lake State Rec Area.