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West Shores

Waterloo, Nebraska

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206 acres

In size

Fully Recreational

Boating style

Private

Access

Waterloo, Nebraska

Location

A closer look at the experience

Life at West Shores

West Shores puts the water at the center of everyday life. Enjoy an afternoon boat ride, spend time along the sandy shoreline, or gather at home overlooking the lake. A marina with fuel pumps, a recreational island, and nearby walking and park amenities add to the setting. Buyers can explore waterfront homes or consider the off-lake villas, which offer a different outlook near the community’s wetlands. With access to the Omaha region, West Shores offers several ways to make lake living part of a primary residence.

West Shores is a private residential lake community in Waterloo, Douglas County, Nebraska. Its official website describes a 206-acre sand-bottom lake within a 640-acre development, with waterfront residential lots and off-lake villa lots. Listed amenities include a marina with fuel pumps, a recreational island, a children’s park, and a walking trail. The HOA and SID No. 453 have separate responsibilities. Posted boating guidance allows specified motorboat types, prohibits jet-powered boats and personal watercraft, and regulates boat size, wake enhancement, and dock installation. Buyers should confirm current requirements and property-specific access rights.

Watercraft Types

Allowed
  • Electric Motor
  • Fishing boats
  • Pontoons/Tritoons
  • Ski Boat
  • Speedboat
  • Wake Boats
Not Allowed
  • Jet skis / PWC
Unconfirmed
  • 2-Stroke

On-Water Activities

Allowed
  • Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Wakeboarding
  • Wakesurfing
  • Waterskiing
Unconfirmed
  • Anchoring
  • E-Foil / E-Board
  • Keep Fish
  • Night Boating
  • Wake Foiling

Community Amenities

Available
  • Bar(s)
  • Community beach
  • Golf Carts
  • Kids Park
  • On-Water Fuel
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Walking Trails
Not Available
  • Clubhouse
  • Community pool
  • Golf nearby
  • Sports Courts
Unconfirmed
  • ATV/UTVs
  • Convenience Store
  • Dog Park
  • Off-Road Trails
  • Property Services
  • River Access

Homeowners Association & Utilities

West Shores HOA · Private

HOA dues

$500 / yr

HOA includes

Unconfirmed

Lake / watercraft fees

Unconfirmed

Water

Public (SID #453)

Sewer / septic

Public Sewer (SID #453)

Other utilities

Unconfirmed

Invasive species prevention

Enforced - Gated Ramp

Who It May Fit

  • Waterfront-home buyers.
  • Boating and watersports enthusiasts.
  • Buyers considering off-lake villas.
  • Households seeking beach and outdoor recreation near Omaha.
  • Buyers comparing Waterloo-area lake communities.

Details are based on source research and are not confirmed current rules. Lake access, boating, amenities, and property rights can change and vary by property. Confirm current details with the association and appropriate professionals before making a decision.