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About Methodist Cove
Number of accommodations: 90
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (482)
What Guests Are Saying
Methodist Cove is a well-maintained campground with large, clean sites, beautiful surroundings, and a welcoming atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the clean bathrooms, nearby fishing opportunities, and scenic walking trails. While some noted minor issues like low water levels and staff cutbacks, overall experiences are positive, with many expressing a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Methodist Cove is a well-maintained campground with large, clean sites, beautiful surroundings, and a welcoming atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the clean bathrooms, nearby fishing opportunities, and scenic walking trails. While some noted minor issues like low water levels and staff cutbacks, overall experiences are positive, with many expressing a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Debra H
VerifiedMay 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: MCOV
Always enjoy camping at Methodist campground. Water went out for a few hours but we were informed by email that they were working on it. Much appreciated.
Hugh F
VerifiedMay 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: MCOV
Methodist Cove is another good example of a well planned Army Corp of Engineers campground on an impoundment. The site I had was large, level, and the surface was gravel. I had a view of the lake. Drinking water was nearby and I had electricity for my 30 amp trailer. There is a well used boat ramp and nearby fish cleaning station. There are walking, jogging and biking trails in the park that lead to the town of Alma. I would recommend this campground 100%. You can reserve a site on Recreation.gov.
Kirk S
VerifiedMay 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: MCOV
Staff cutbacks is noticeable
Barbara O
VerifiedMay 15, 2026 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: MCOV
A favorite campsite - beautiful surroundings and a wonderful lake!
Robbi R
VerifiedMay 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: MCOV
We were there before school got out for the year so didn’t have a ton of people to contend with. We also went on Wednesday and left Friday so fewer people. Methodist Cove has a very clean, well kept campground. The fish cleaning station was clean and away from the campers. Bathrooms were clean and within reasonable distance. Only downfall was the area to put the boat in was only 18 to 20 inches deep to get to the lake. At the ramp it was 3 ft deep. I know this is a low water year but maybe a dredge would help in the 18 inch area to help get boats out. Overall was a great experience.
Allen H
VerifiedMay 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 107, Loop: MCOV
Enjoyed our stay in Methodist Cove. The lawn was mowed, bathroom was clean but just no place for elderly people to get near the water to fish from the banks. Not your fault the water is low.
Kirk K
VerifiedJanuary 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 105, Loop: MCOV
the park was in great shape
Kirk K
VerifiedJanuary 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 105, Loop: MCOV
the park was in great shape
Justin B
VerifiedDecember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: MCOV
This is always our favorite camping spot. The walking trail into town is beautiful. The water was low, but it gave us an opportunity to explore what's usually covered in water. Found clams and caught some fish. Shower house was in good condition and were free. Overall great experience again this year. Looking forward to next year!
Justin B
VerifiedDecember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: MCOV
This is always our favorite camping spot. The walking trail into town is beautiful. The water was low, but it gave us an opportunity to explore what's usually covered in water. Found clams and caught some fish. Shower house was in good condition and were free. Overall great experience again this year. Looking forward to next year!
Location Methodist Cove
Address:
70788 Corps Road A
Republican City, NE, 68971-9742
United States
From U.S. Highway 80, take Highway 183 south to Alma, Nebraska. Turn left on South Street and travel 2.5 miles. The park entrance is on south side of the road.
Methodist Cove is accessible via U.S. Highway 80 and Highway 183, which leads south to Alma, Nebraska.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.0869 / -99.3156
Elevation: 593 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Only one camping unit allowed per site
- All campers must check in when arriving at park
- Maximum of six people allowed per site
- An attendant is on duty during the peak season of May through September
- Secure coolers and boating equipment each night to prevent thefts
- Off-road vehicles are not permitted
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
