Gallagher Canyon lies west of the lake and Elwood Reservoir south of the lake. Listed as a primitive camping area by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, there are picnic tables, grills and two outhouses. As it is an open area campers are invited to park where they want. To camp at Gallagher a park permit is required and there is a $6 fee for each day you camp. Self registration for both the fees and permits is available at the campsite.