- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
State Recreation Area
56020 718th Rd. | Fairbury, NE 68352
Alexandria State Recreation Area is a peaceful getaway encompassing 55 acres of land with two lakes totaling 46 acres of water. The area is fairly level with mature trees for shade and offers fishing, picnic shelters and campsites.
Both lakes at Alexandria State Recreation Area are no wake lakes. No docks or ramps are available.
The two lakes at Alexandria offer fishing opportunities for bass, bluegill, common carp, channel catfish, crappie and redear sunfish.
There is a large group shelter and a small shelter available for picnicking. The large shelter has power and water available for use.
Western history buffs can visit Rock Creek Station State Historical Park which is located approximately 22 miles from Alexandria State Recreation Area. It is at Rock Creek Station that Wild Bill Hickok began his notorious career.
Alexandria State Recreation Area’s campground has plenty of shade trees around its campsites, which are all first-come, first-serve. It offers 40 sites with 30-amp electrical hookup, 5 sites with 50-amp electrical hookup and 8 sites without electricity. The campground also offers water, modern restrooms, playground and dump and fill station.
Self-service envelopes are provided at each Iron Ranger station (check or cash only), which are generally located near the park entrance or in the campground area.
Park Pricing
A park entry permit is required to visit state parks and may be purchased at the park, statewide Game and Parks offices and permit vendors, or in advance of your arrival online. View those fees, as well as attraction and amenity pricing.
