Lake trip · Dawes County, Nebraska
Where to stay at Box Butte Reservoir
Box Butte Reservoir covers - in Dawes County and carries a water-quality grade of B (Good). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below, then check the water before you book. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Box Butte Reservoir
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Box Butte Reservoir in Dawes County, Nebraska — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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Before you book: the water
Box Butte Reservoir grades B for water quality — Good. Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity is about 5.6 ft of visibility. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 4.5 µg/L.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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Camping & RV near Box Butte Reservoir
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Box Butte Reservoir on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
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Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Box Butte Reservoir in Dawes County, Nebraska are on the map above with live availability and nightly prices. Waterfront rentals put you on the dock; lodging in the nearest town is usually cheaper with more choice.
Box Butte Reservoir has a LakeQuality water-quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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