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High Point Shelter Reservations

Harlan County Lake, Nebraska

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High Point Shelter quick facts

Cancellation alerts: We check High Point Shelter for cancellations and email you when a site opens.
Reservations: Reserved on Recreation.gov.
Campsites: 1 site.
Location: Nebraska.Nebraska campgrounds

As of November 2026, High Point Shelter is a campground in Nebraska with 1 campsite. High Point Shelter is booked through Recreation.gov.

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people allowed on each site: 50

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Campsites at High Point Shelter

Group 1
Hookups 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
playground

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

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

All sites at High Point Shelter, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the N/A loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups
High Point Shelter	Group	50	Electric

About High Point Shelter

Overview

High Point Shelter is located on the southeast side 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

High Point Shelter offers a scenic view of Harlan County Lake.

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

The main road is hard surfaced. 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. This facility has surrounding forests ares, but is clear for an adventageous overlook area.

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.

Rules and notices at High Point Shelter

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on November 10, 2026. Check High Point Shelter on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Shelters can be reserved by a party of 50 people or less from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. CDT. Groups may only have exclusive access to shelter if they have reserved it in advance.

Shelters are open for reservation from May 1st to September 30th each year.

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit http://www.dontmovefirewood.org/ for further information.

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High Point Shelter FAQ

How do I make a campground reservation at High Point Shelter?

Campsites at High Point Shelter are reserved on Recreation.gov. If your dates are sold out, set a cancellation alert and we email you when a site opens.

How hard is it to get a campsite at High Point Shelter?

High Point Shelter is rated "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 High Point Shelter?

Cancellations happen frequently at High Point 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. Pro and $19 single-campground alerts are checked every minute, 24/7; free accounts are checked hourly.

How many campsites does High Point Shelter have?

High Point Shelter has 1 campsites.

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