Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area

Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area spans 2,212 acres of land, including a 1,600-acre reservoir on the Niobrara River in northwestern Nebraska.

The recreation area emerged as part of the Mirage Flats Project, established to manage water resources and provide recreational opportunities in northwestern Nebraska.

Over 200 bird species documented since 1973 make this location a primary destination for bird observation activities in the Nebraska Panhandle.

Visitors can access multiple facilities for boating, fishing, camping, and hunting, with a state park entry permit required for admission.

Dense cottonwood and willow trees surround the 14-mile shoreline, creating natural habitats where northern pike, walleye, and largemouth bass thrive.

Location: Dawes County

GPS coordinates: 42.46246,-103.07408

Latest update: October 26, 2025 08:50