Best Glamping near Bayard, NE

Riverside Park Campground in Scottsbluff offers glamping accommodations with full hookups, situated within a city park that contains multiple recreational amenities. The glamping area features canvas tent options with comfortable sleeping arrangements and modern conveniences not typically found in traditional camping. Each glamping site includes picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities and restrooms. The campground provides a mix of natural surroundings with essential comforts, positioned near the North Platte River. One guest shared, "For only $10, I certainly had everything I needed. The restroom had an access code, which should be provided at check-in."

Visitors staying in the glamping accommodations at Riverside Park can explore the adjacent zoo, utilize the playground facilities, and access walking trails that wind through the property. The campground serves as an excellent base for experiencing nearby attractions including Scotts Bluff National Monument and Chimney Rock. For those seeking more refined outdoor accommodations, the canvas structures provide shelter while maintaining a connection to the surrounding landscape. A recent visitor mentioned, "We chose this campground for its proximity to Scottsbluff. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming and even though it was not a large campground, the host escorted us to our site." The glamping season runs from April to October, with reservations available through the campground's online booking system.

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1. Riverside Park Campground
9 Reviews
Scottsbluff, NE
20 miles
Website
+1 (308) 632-6342
"Within a short distance of Scottsbluff NPS, and that made it convenient for our plans. Try Sam & Louie’s pizza if you’re in town!"

"This campground is in the city park right next to the zoo so you can hear the peacocks screaming. Says you must reserve ahead of time online but it must be done before 12 hours prior."
2. J & C RV Park
2 Reviews
Alliance, NE
32 miles
+1 (308) 762-3860
"When you pull up to this campground it is on the corner of two busy highways. It is surround by trees which cuts a little of the traffic noise out. It is 2 rows behind a private house."

"Grounds just outside of Alliance off Hwy2. Quiet area, grounds maintained nicely with trees in most lots. Owner is very nice and a pleasure to talk to. Assisted with getting 40’ class A into spot."

3. Packer Lake Campground
1 Review
Scottsbluff, NE
39 miles
4. City Slickers RV Park
2 Reviews
Lingle, WY
49 miles
+1 (307) 575-2776
$20 / night

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Glamping Reviews near Bayard, NE

14 Reviews of 4 Bayard Campgrounds

Lee D.
Legend
Jul. 25, 2019
Riverside Park Campground
Close to Scottsbluff
Open May 1– October 1. Got the second to last site on a Wednesday in July(you can reserve sites after the campground opens on May 1). We chose this campground for its proximity to Scottsbluff. Although there is a tent site area, the campground was filled mostly with large RVs. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming and even though it was not a large campground, the host escorted us to our site. He offered several times to deliver firewood to us if we wanted. Reasonable cost for sites($10 tent camping,$20 water and electric,$25 for full hook-up). Best sites are the ones at the end of the rows as they have a nice patch of lawn. Alcoholic beverages are permitted but must be consumed inside your rig/tent. WiFi is available but not a strong signal; using our own data worked much better. Restrooms were reasonably clean(accessed via a code) and there are showers. This campground is located within a city park and there are other facilities(fitness trail, dog park, and supposedly a zoo). I did a little exploring but rain was imminent so I didn’t wander far, however, the facilities outside the campground looked like they could have used a little TLC. Of course, there is a nearby train!
Jan S.
Guide
Aug. 17, 2021
Riverside Park Campground
Would not recommend
Had reservations as Nebraska Travel Guide listed so figured was ok. River is close by but not at campground. I did not read Dyrt reviews first...lesson learned. It was dirt, dead grass snd I felt in unsafe area. We did not stay!!!
Shannon G.
Legend
Jun. 1, 2021
J & C RV Park
On corner, on farm
When you pull up to this campground it is on the corner of two busy highways. It is surround by trees which cuts a little of the traffic noise out. It is 2 rows behind a private house. The owner was nice and kind. It looks like they are trying to add more sites. Out of the 3 campgrounds in this area this one is the best. We stayed for 3 nights and it was a quick trip into the town
Yondering R.
Guide
Jul. 18, 2021
Riverside Park Campground
Great Spot for the Price
Full hookups for $25–made it a reasonable choice for a last-minute overnight stay. Within a short distance of Scottsbluff NPS, and that made it convenient for our plans. Try Sam & Louie’s pizza if you’re in town!
Shannon G.
Legend
Jul. 18, 2022
Riverside Park Campground
Good place to stop over
This campground is in the city park right next to the zoo so you can hear the peacocks screaming. Says you must reserve ahead of time online but it must be done before 12 hours prior. We need to make a stop because of pouring rain so called the number and spoke with camp host. They said they would send a confirmation by email but never got one. We didn’t get any code to the bathroom or any information at all. Even called the next morning to remind them but still got nothing. All sites are full hook ups and have benches and fire ring. There is a playground and picnic area next to the area along with walking/hiking paths. In the park there is a nice size dog run/agility area. For the price it was a good place to stop for the night but wish we would have gotten some info
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Brenda A.
Ranger
Sep. 10, 2021
Riverside Park Campground
Many options right on site
This is a campground with many options. There is a playground, trails, a dog park, and a beautiful view, most of all. There are options for just electric/water or sewer, too. The reason for four stars: 1. There are a couple of VERY unsightly RVs that appear to be permanent. (Even shattered windows!) 2. Internet was for the most part unavailable, although our technology recognized its presence.
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Jeannie R.
Scout
Aug. 22, 2023
Packer Lake Campground
Dirty, not maintained small lake
There were wrecked cars at the edge of the water, both sides of the “lake” are not much bigger than a pond.

We left and drove on!
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paul C.
Guide
Jun. 28, 2022
J & C RV Park
Well kept
Grounds just outside of Alliance off Hwy2. Quiet area, grounds maintained nicely with trees in most lots. Owner is very nice and a pleasure to talk to. Assisted with getting 40’ class A into spot. Full hook-ups in all sites. 30/50 amp. Overall nice place to stay a few days.
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Dan L.
Traveler
Jun. 8, 2021
Riverside Park Campground
Fair Price for a Good Spot
I tent camped and booked online earlier on the same day (use this link, the one listed above is incorrect: https://www.campspot.com/park/riverside-campground-scottsbluff-ne). For only $10, I certainly had everything I needed. The restroom had an access code, which should be provided at check-in. The only downside was that there were a few pesky bugs, but it is “Riverside” after all. If you’re going to Scotts Bluff, I highly recommend this spot!