Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233551
When Methodist Cove reopens
Methodist Cove's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
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Openings · last 90 days
71
71 openings were recorded here in the last 90 days, but none in the last 30 — the pattern below would describe the past, not this season, so we do not chart it. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · May 1 – May 3, 2027 · of 90 monitored sites
Of the 270 tracked site-dates (May 1 – May 3, 2027): 252 open for online reservation · 18 reserved.
Where the open windows are
6.7% of tracked site-dates are not currently open for online reservation. 252 of 270 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
May 1 – May 3, 2027Not open online6.7%
Open site-dates252 / 270
Reserved (of online inventory)18 / 270
Weekday openings83
Weekend openings166
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 83 fall on weekdays and 166 on weekends (Fri–Sun). The split covers the 249 open site-nights on mapped sites; 252 site-dates are open across all monitored inventory.
Open dates by month
May 2027 – May 2027May holds the most room. 252 of 270 site-dates are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 89 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 1 day-use unit| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 002 | 3 |
| 003 | 3 |
| 005 | 3 |
| 006 | 3 |
| 007 | 3 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Availability by day-use unit
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Unit | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Methodist Cove Shelter | 3 |
This day-use unit currently has 3 reservation dates available.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts May 1, 2027. That is about 180 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before May 1, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-dates shown on this page describe May 1, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
Stays and site detail
249 open site-nights across 83 sites at Methodist Cove, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
89 overnight sites and 1 day-use unit are represented in the current inventory. Day-use inventory is excluded from every night-based figure on this page — site-nights, longest runs, multi-night stays, holiday stays and RV fit; its reservation dates are listed separately below.
Multi-night stays. 83 2-night, 83 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest May 1, 2027 at site 002.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 120 ft. 89 sites take 25 ft, 89 sites take 35 ft, 89 sites take 40 ft.
Showing 60 of 83 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | 75 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 003 | 90 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 005 | 45 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 006 | 80 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 007 | 65 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 008 | 55 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 009 | 60 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 010 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 013 | 80 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 015 | 50 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 016 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 017 | 50 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 019 | 85 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 021 | 120 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 022 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 023 | 55 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 024 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 025 | 50 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 026 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 027 | 50 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 028 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 029 | 75 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 030 | 55 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 031 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 032 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 033 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 034 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 035 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 036 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 037 | 65 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 038 | 65 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 039 | 110 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 040 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 041 | 80 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 042 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 044 | 75 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 045 | 75 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 046 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 048 | 65 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 050 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 052 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 054 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 056 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 057 | 70 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 058 | 80 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 062 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 063 | 65 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 064 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 065 | 65 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 075 | 70 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 076 | 65 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 077 | 50 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 078 | 55 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 079 | 115 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 080 | 50 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 081 | 55 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 082 | 60 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 083 | 65 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 084 | 60 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
| 085 | 65 ft | Yes | 3 | 3 nights | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
Day-use inventory
3 available reservation dates across 1 day-use unit. Day-use inventory is reserved by the date, so it carries no stay length.
All 1 day-use unit with current availability
| Unit | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methodist Cove Shelter | 3 | 3 dates | May 1, 2027, May 2, 2027, May 3, 2027 |
About Methodist Cove
Overview
Methodist Cove Park is located on the west side of Harlan County Lake by Alma, Nebraska.
The 13,000-acre Harlan County Lake is the second largest lake in the state. The lake and surrounding land hold great appeal for sportsmen, birders, naturalists or anyone wanting to just get away.
Recreation
Harlan County Lake is popular for fishing, hiking, hunting and boating.
Walleye, wipers, white bass, northern pike and channel catfish are the most sought after fish species. Game animals include pheasant, quail, prairie chicken, white-tailed and mule deer, turkey, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel.
The lake offers a variety of hiking trails of varying length and style, as well as one equestrian trail a short drive away. An off-road vehicle trail is located in nearby Republican City.
Facilities
Methodist Cove Park offers 133 campsites, including a variety of individual, group, electric and non-electric sites. There is also one reservable group picnic shelter for day use.
One large heated shower house with flush toilets is centrally located within the campground and several vault toilets are located throughout the rest of the park. Other amenities include a dump station, drinking water, playground and boat ramp.
The main road is hard surfaced, while others are gravel. A fish cleaning station with grinder and running water is located near the entrance. There two full service marinas on the east end of the lake.
Natural Features
Located in South Central Nebraska, lands surrounding Harlan County Lake are primarily mixed grass prairie land. The campground is mostly forested, offering ample shade during the warmth of summer.
The Republican River Valley was once occupied by one of the greatest concentrations of buffalo on the Great Plains and was a favored hunting ground for the Pawnee, Sioux, Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian tribes.
90 monitored sitesRVs up to 120 ft60 with hookups51 shadedPets OKMax party 8
Getting there
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.
70788 Corps Road A, Republican City, NE 68971-9742308-799-2105
BoatingCampingFishingHunting
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Methodist Cove?
Reservations for Methodist Cove are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 252 of 270 tracked site-dates are open (93.3%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 71 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site or unit on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Methodist Cove?
Campsite Sniper detected 71 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Methodist Cove?
83 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts May 1, 2027 at site 002. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at Methodist Cove fit a 35-foot RV?
89 of the 89 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 120 ft.
Which month has the most availability at Methodist Cove?
May 2027, with 252 open site-dates in the current snapshot of 270.
When is the next open date at Methodist Cove?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Methodist Cove begins May 1, 2027 — about 180 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before May 1, 2027.
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