Part of Nebraska's "Chain of Lakes" and located nearby Interstate 80, the Sandy Channel is home to several lakes that were created as a result of leftover excavation sites during the interstate's construction. Activities include camping, boating, scuba diving, and fishing. All lakes are close by each other in a rural area and vary greatly in size. There's primitive parking close by each access point - which may prove difficult depending on current landscape conditions. Only Lake 8 has a designated boat ramp and limits boaters to a 5 mph speed limit, while only non-powered vessels or those with outboard electric motors are allowed on the other lakes.