Spring is here and there's plenty to do in Keith County!
WALLEYE SPAWN
(photo: Lake Big Mac Spoiled Guide Service)
Lake McConaughy is famous for its trophy walleye, and anglers can't wait to get on the water each spring. Triggered by a combination of photo period and water temperature, the walleye spawn typically begins at the beginning of April and hits full swing a couple weeks later.
Check our Lake McConaughy Facebook page for outdoor reports including dock availability. Looking to book a guided fishing trip? See the list of experienced Lake Mac guides here.
UPCOMING FISHING TOURNAMENTS 2 GOLF COURSES - ENDLESS VIEWS
As the largest reservoir in a 3-state area, Lake McConaughy plays host to a variety of fishing tournaments, including:
May 3: Big Mac Catfish Classic
June 20: Junior Fishing Tournament
Sponsored by Youth Outdoors Nebraska, the annual youth fishing tournament on Father's Day Weekend is a boatload of fun for youth fishermen and their families. The tournament offers prizes in various categories and draws great participation.
2 GOLF COURSES - ENDLESS VIEWS
Keith County has two amazing golf courses: Bayside Golf Course located at Lake McConaughy, and Crandall Creek Golf Club in Ogallala.
Bayside is a premier public course on the scenic south side of Lake McConaughy. Spanning 6,148 yards from the middle tees, this par‑72 links‑style layout offers wide‑open fairways and rolling terrain.
Crandall Creek is a public 18‑hole, par‑72 course located conveniently off I-80, just south of Ogallala. With a mature front nine and a varied, engaging back nine, it offers a classic, welcoming round of golf.
TOURNAMENT NEWS: The annual Drovers Invitational Golf Tournament is slated for June 6 at Crandall Creek Golf Club at Ogallala (Saturday) and June 7 at Bayside Golf at Lake McConaughy (Sunday). Call the Keith County Chamber for more information at (308) 284-4066.
LAUGH IT UP AT THE BREWERY LIVE MUSIC WEEKLY
Second Chapter Brewing, Ogallala's hometown brewery, continues to host nationally touring comedians, with terrific local food trucks on site.
General admission tickets start at $20. Get yours online before they sell out!
- Andrew Sleighter
- Saturday, April 11, 8 p.m. show (7 p.m. seating)
- Laid back and clever
- Smoken Hills BBQ
LIVE MUSIC WEEKLY
You'll find live music each week at the Show Lounge at Lake Mac Casino Resort & Racetrack in Ogallala.
April 3-4, catch Ken Earl from 8 p.m. to midnight. Ken delivers a heartfelt, authentic "rockin' honkytonk" experience. With hot guitar solos and a tip of the hat to the classics, his high‑energy set keeps the crowd fired up. No cover charge, all guests must be 21+.
A reminder, the casino offers free shuttle service from Ogallala hotels.
THE DAM PADDLE (formerly Kayak Big Mac) has been postponed. Ogallala Rotary will have more details soon on the new date.