Oconto blends small-town calm with big-sky horizons in Custer County. Weekends often mean a quick run to the water—Victoria Springs State Recreation Area and Johnson Lake State Recreation Area are close enough for after-work fishing, paddleboarding, or a shaded picnic, with trails and amenities managed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. When you want a broader selection of shops, arts, and dining, the county seat is an easy drive, and regional hubs like Kearney make day trips simple.
Families appreciate education options that keep students known by name. Callaway Public Schools and Ansley Public Schools offer small class sizes, multi-sport participation, and programs in ag sciences and the arts, while the University of Nebraska at Kearney expands opportunities in dual-credit, performances, and continuing education. For healthcare, CHI Health Good Samaritan anchors regional care, and county services and permitting are streamlined through the official Custer County offices.
Life here moves at a neighborly pace, with quick commutes to Callaway or Broken Bow, community fundraisers at the fire hall, and sunsets that linger across the fields. Housing ranges from well-kept farmhouses to tidy in-town bungalows, and the roads stay open for work, school, and Saturday errands. If you’re planning a move, or ready to sell and start your next chapter, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top real estate pro who knows Oconto and delivers results for both buyers and sellers.