Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Cottonwood/Steverson Wildlife Management Area
Cottonwood/Steverson Wildlife Management Area in Nebraska features flat terrain with grasslands and scattered trees. Temperatures range from lows of 20°F in winter to highs of 90°F in summer. Nearby, the Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge offers opportunities for bird watching and exploring diverse habitats.
Description
Wildlife Management Area (Nebraska MWA) at Cottonwood/Steverson Wildlife Management Area. Free rv and tent camping for everyone, no fees charged, that is the reason it's 3 stars. Stay/camping limited to 3 days at a time as a general rule but, could be allowed longer. Check signage to verify or call # below. Nice area. Roads are gravel/dirt.
Note* As a rule: If you have questions or want to confirm the posed signage, call (402) 471-5531 for a Nebraska Gane and Park conservation officer/ranger. All Nebraska WMA's are free to camp for everyone. Check signs as you enter for each WMA's specific's regulations, if there are any. If you want electrical and water hookups for rv's, you will need to go to a $pay fee "Nebraska State Park" or a city park, which are really nice but not free, like the free Nebraska WMA's.
Reservation Info
Stay is limited to 3 consecutive nights
Location
Cottonwood/Steverson Wildlife Management Area is located in Nebraska
Coordinates
42.401519 N
101.694597 W
Detours Nearby
Walgren Lake State Rec Area
1 hr 32 min away
Nebraska National Forest at Chadron
1 hr 46 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs from Rapid City
- 3 hrs 40 min from Cheyenne
- 3 hrs 50 min from Grand Island
- 4 hrs 15 min from Greeley
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Cottonwood/Steverson Wildlife Management Area needs a permit.
