Blue Heron Campground, near Gothenburg, Nebraska, is a welcoming spot for campers looking for a clean and friendly environment. With a mix of tent sites, RV spots, and even cabins, it caters to a variety of camping styles, making it a solid choice for families and solo adventurers alike.

The campground boasts well-maintained restrooms and showers, which visitors frequently highlight as a major plus. Many campers have praised the helpful staff, with one noting, “The grounds host was very helpful getting me to my spot.” You’ll also find picnic tables and fire pits at the sites, perfect for evening gatherings and s'mores under the stars.

If you’re traveling with pets, you’re in luck—this campground is pet-friendly, so your furry friends can join in on the fun. There’s a dried-up creek nearby that’s great for a leisurely stroll, especially if you’re walking your dog. Plus, the shaded areas provide a nice break from the sun during those hot Nebraska days.

Located just off I-80, Blue Heron Campground is a convenient stop for those on a road trip. With a peaceful atmosphere and clean facilities, it’s a place where you can unwind after a long day of travel. Whether you’re just passing through or planning a longer stay, this campground has the essentials to make your visit enjoyable.

We are so glad you are considering spending time in the great outdoors of central Nebraska with us.

At Blue Heron, you will find many comforting amenities accompanied by gorgeous scenery and plenty to do. Please let us know if there is anything you need regarding your stay!

The summer of 2021, we were able to snatch on to this little piece of Heaven right here in Central Nebraska. With the quaint town of Gothenburg nearby, the scenery, and the mission to embrace the outdoors, we couldn't pass up making this place a part of our family. We promise to keep the grounds up to par, and the amenities consistent, because we value our campers and their safety and security.

Blue Heron Campground

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Bathrooms nice and clean.  Nice pool.  Campsites are large and very clean.  The campground is outside of town so it’s very peaceful, especially at night

Nice quiet spot in the middle of Nebraska.

Steve bought this site from KOA in July and is working on upgrades. It is very clean and all the amenities work, but is in need of paint and TLC. Check power at yr site before unpacking as some spots are locked. They plan to upgrade electrical but other things need doing first. 

Lovely spot under the trees next to a nature preserve. Yes you can hear the freeway; no it didn’t bother us. 


Change in ownership 7/2021; good things are planned !

Off of I-80 at Exit 211 is Blue Heron Campground. The new owners took possession in 2021 and it is no longer a KOA. There are 40 RV/Trailer sites that vary from pull thru to back in. Of those sites 17 are Full Hookups and the rest are water/electric. Full runs &amp;45/ night, W/E run $39-42. The campground has laundry, playground,restrooms(which are very clean) and there’s cute lamps scattered throughout. The areas are nice and kept up. There are also 3 cabins with swings, air, benches and fire pit which run $55 a night.   This is a good place to stop and can hardly hear the interstate traffic. There are also really nice areas for tents that have picnic tables and fire pits with benches and there are water spigots scattered

Campground is now Blue Heron Campground

I was heading to Colorado in 2022 and decided to give this place a try. I was greeted by the owner and his partner, and given a nice pull through site for my RV and toad. Period kind of rustic, but clean maintained. The owners talked about the plans. I had to make renovations to this former KOA camp ground regardless I will keep this on my list. Crews and may be a day or two extra in the future.

Perfect stop thru location

Booked last minute for a night, ended up staying 2 nights.  Great place, great service, and Steve was awesome.   Highly recommend!

Great experience 

What a neat little place right off 80. Clean bathrooms. Laundry. A dried up creak right alongside the campground. Perfect for walking your dog. Well shaded. Everything is dirt but not it’s really nice here. I rolled in pretty late and the person working here drove me to my site and held the flashlight to help me set up. Very nice man. Definitely coming back

Very Happy

The grounds host was very helpful getting me to my spot. The restrooms and showers were emaculate. 

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