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Gremlin Cove Shelter

Harlan County Lake, Nebraska

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As of September 2026, Gremlin Cove Shelter is a campground in Nebraska with 1 campsite. Gremlin Cove Shelter is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Gremlin Cove Shelter reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Campsites at Gremlin Cove Shelter

  • Group 1
  • Hookups 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water
  • playground
  • boat ramp

At a glance: Setting: Valley ยท Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Gremlin Cove Shelter, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the N/A loop.

SiteTypeSleepsHookups
Gremlin Cove ShelterGroup50Electric

About Gremlin Cove Shelter

Overview

Gremlin Cove Shelter is located on the eastern end of Harlan County Lake near Republican City, Nebraska.

The 13,000-acre Harlan County Lake is the second largest lake in Nebraska. The lake and surrounding land hold great appeal for sportsmen, birders, naturalists or anyone wanting to just get away.

Recreation

Harlan County Lake is popular for fishing, hiking, hunting and boating.

Walleye, wipers, white bass, northern pike and channel catfish are the most sought-after fish species. Game animals include pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, white-tailed and mule deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel.

The lake offers a variety of hiking trails of varying length and style, as well as one equestrian trail a short drive away. An off-road vehicle trail is located in nearby Republican City.

Facilities

The facility provides a shelter with multiple benches, grills, two restrooms and a nearby playground and water access.

A boat ramp is nearby for lake access.

The main road is hard surfaced, while others are gravel. A parking lot is provided for the shelter.

Natural Features

Located in south central Nebraska, lands surrounding Harlan County Lake are primarily mixed grass prairie land. The campground has scattered trees which offer shade during the warmth of summer.

The Republican River Valley was once occupied by one of the greatest concentrations of buffalo on the Great Plains and was a favored hunting ground for the Pawnee, Sioux, Cheyenne, and Arapaho Indian tribes.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (308) 799-2105.

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Gremlin Cove Shelter FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Gremlin Cove Shelter?

Gremlin Cove Shelter is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Gremlin Cove Shelter?

Cancellations happen frequently at Gremlin Cove Shelter, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Gremlin Cove Shelter have?

Gremlin Cove Shelter has 1 campsites.

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