Lovewell Reservoir United States Bureau of Reclamation / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
About this site

Lovewell Reservoir is just inside the Kansas border from Superior, Nebraska. An historic school is now used as a church during the summer. Also, a cemetery from the 1860's is open to visitors. The Reservoir has become an attractive site for wildlife. It attracts large numbers of migrating waterfowl in spring and fall.

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Lovewell Reservoir

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Maybe — confirm before you go.

Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

Where it is
39.9031, -98.0431
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Camp at Lovewell Reservoir This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Lovewell Reservoir — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Lovewell Reservoir?

Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Lovewell Reservoir. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Lovewell Reservoir?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Depends Is hunting allowed?

Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.

Yes Can you bring a dog?

Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.

Depends Are drones allowed?

Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.

Nearby sites

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Waconda Reservoir (Glen Elder)

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

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Bureau of Reclamation

Kirwin Reservoir

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Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingFishingHunting
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Harlan County Lake Ammodramus / CC0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Harlan County Lake

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Army Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.

BoatingCampingFishing
NE · Fee unknown
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge

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This U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

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KS · Fee unknown