A beach in Nebraska? Yes, please! There are actually quite a few nice beaches in Nebraska where you can spend the day relaxing. Branched Oak Lake about 20 miles north of Lincoln is one of those lovely beaches. While it’s popular for boaters, there are great swimming areas roped off for swimmers with sandy areas for sunbathing or sand castle building. And if horseback riding is your thing, you can even bring your equine buddy along with you to this awesome equestrian campground in Nebraska!

Head over to Branched Oak State Recreation Area in Raymond, Nebraska for a fun-filled day or weekend at the beach.
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Just an hour's drive from Omaha and 20 miles north of Lincoln, this lake offers so much to visitors.
Branched Oak Lake is actually the largest lake in eastern Nebraska.
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It is well-known for boating and camping, but also offers two sandy swimming beaches.
With over 1,800 acres of water, this lake offers visitors so many different opportunities to enjoy the water.
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Relax on the sandy beach, or explore the lake by boat and revel in the beauty of the surrounding nature.
Liebers Point is one of the swimming beaches at the lake. It is roped off for swimmers and remains shallow for young kids.
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It is roped off for swimmers and remains shallow for young kids.
For visitors interested in getting out on the water, there is a marina on the lake that rents out boats, kayaks, and paddleboards.
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So you can spend some of your day on the beach and some of your day out on the water!
Horse owners rejoice! This lake has the unique feature of including an equestrian campground.
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Area 2 of the park has 15 pull-through Equestrian Electric Plus campsites. There are also 14 corrals and 3 miles of horse trails, making this one of the best places for horse camping in Nebraska.

A Nebraska Parks permit is required for all visitors, and additional fees apply if you plan to stay overnight. For a great day at the beach in Nebraska, head over to the Branched Oak Lake official website. It’s perfect for families, friends, and horse lovers!

Have you ever been to this hidden beach in Nebraska? If so, which part was your favorite? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

If you’re interested in visiting other beaches in Nebraska, here are 10 gorgeous beaches that you must check out this summer!

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Where can we find other campgrounds in Nebraska?

  • Johnson Lake State Recreation Area in Lexington features modern camping sites and lots of boating opportunities.
  • Chadron State Park in Chadron features modern camping sites as well as cabins for rent.
  • Calamus Reservoir in Burwell has scores of campsites as well as those with electrical hookups for RVs.

Read on to learn more about other campgrounds in Nebraska.

Where can we find bed and breakfast inns in Nebraska?

  • The Balcony House Bed & Breakfast in Imperial was built in the 1890s and is one of the most popular accommodations in the state.
  • The Burchell's White Hill Farmhouse Inn in Minden is a stunning property that has been in the same family since 1911.
  • The Convent House Bed & Breakfast in Steinauer is set in a former Benedictine convent.

Read on to learn more about other charming bed and breakfast inns in Nebraska.

Where can we find waterparks in Nebraska?

  • Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides in Omaha is the largest outdoor water park in the state.
  • The Westmoor Pool in Scottsbluff features several water slides, a lazy river, and water cannons.
  • The Coco Key Water Resort in Omaha is an indoor 65,000-square-foot water park featuring tons of water-themed features.

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