War Axe State Recreation Area, located at Exit 291 on I-80 near Shelton, offers a convenient boat ramp for accessing a 16-acre lake with a white rock launch suitable for non-powered and electric motor boats only.

The area features primitive camping ($10/night, first-come, first-served), a handicap-accessible restroom, picnic tables, grills, and shelters, making it an accessible stop for paddlers and anglers traveling along the interstate.

A Nebraska State Park sticker is required for entry.