Best Camping near Brady, NE

Join the fun near Brady. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Brady. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Brady, NE (42)

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    1. Lafayette Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    42 Photos
    47 Saves
    Gothenburg, Nebraska

    Lafayette Park Campground in Street Gothenburg, Nebraska features 30/50 amp electric and water hookup sites. Visitors have access to showers, restrooms, dump station, large spaces, walking trails, playground, horseshoe courts along with a Girl and Boys Scout Campground. All sites offer plenty of shade and the grounds are kept immaculate! Whether its for a night or two, we hope to see you soon!

    Open April 1st to October 31st - November through March NO water - ONLY electric - open only for self-contained campers.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
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    2. I-80 Lakeside Campground

    19 Reviews
    102 Photos
    86 Saves
    North Platte, Nebraska

    I-80 Lakeside Campground, formerly known as Lakeside Camping, reopened under new owners in May 2016. Seated on a clean private lake, our campground features 126 sites, many with full water, sewer, and electric (30 or 50 amp), as well as a community shower house, laundry facilities, and dump station. Several sites are pull-through and can accommodate any size RV. We also have areas set aside for primitive and tent camping. A small convenience store is located on-site, and includes items such as snacks, drinks, fishing supplies, camping items, ice, and a limited supply of grocery items. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer WiFi or cable.

    In addition to being an overnight campground, I-80 Lakeside is also available for day use. A $5 per person Day Use Pass allows access to the south and east beaches of the property during office hours. Activities available with a Day Use Pass include fishing (catch and release only), swimming, sand volleyball, a walking trail, picnic areas, and use of campfire pits. We also have non-motorized watercraft for rent from our store, including kayaks, paddle boats, a canoe, and rowboats. These can be rented by the 1/2 hour, hourly, or daily (during office hours). Only I-80 Lakeside watercraft is allowed on the lake.

    The well-stocked lake houses a multitude of fish. Species include Crappie, Bass, Walleye, Perch, Catfish, and others. No permit is needed. Fishing is catch and release only.

    We look forward to seeing you at I-80 Lakeside Campground!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $34 - $44 / night

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    3. Holiday RV Park

    15 Reviews
    41 Photos
    43 Saves
    North Platte, Nebraska

    All 100 of our sites are large, grassy, pull-thru, mostly shaded full hookups for RVs and trailers. There is also a large shady tent area for groups.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $999 / night

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    4. Blue Heron Campground

    7 Reviews
    34 Photos
    10 Saves
    Gothenburg, Nebraska

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 - $55 / night

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    5. West Maxwell WMA

    6 Reviews
    10 Photos
    72 Saves
    Brady, Nebraska
    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    6. Lake Maloney State Recreation Area

    10 Reviews
    39 Photos
    77 Saves
    North Platte, Nebraska

    Lake Maloney offers 56 Electric Plus and 200 Primitive campsites. Coin-operated showers, dump and fill station, drinking water, two boat ramps and primitive restrooms are on-site. Camping is all first-come, first-served and stays are limited to 14 consecutive days in a 30 day period. Camping at Lake Maloney SRA is all first-come, first-served and campers register their nightly camping fees in a raised, locked box called an Iron Ranger. Self-service envelopes are provided at each Iron Ranger station. Check or cash only. Iron Rangers are generally located near the park entrance or in the campground area. On-site camping informational signs are provided to help guide campers with the self-registration process.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $10 - $35 / night

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    8. Cody City Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    17 Photos
    29 Saves
    North Platte, Nebraska

    Cody Park Campsite has 40 hard-surfaced camping pads open May 1st through October 15th. There are no sewer, water or electrical hook-ups available. There are restroom facilities and potable water available. There is a fee of $10.00 per day for campsites and stays are limited to seven consecutive days.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $10 / night

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    9. Muny Park

    7 Reviews
    9 Photos
    9 Saves
    Gothenburg, Nebraska
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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    10. Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    10 Photos
    2 Saves
    North Platte, Nebraska
    • Electric Hookups
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets

    $10 - $35 / night

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Recent Reviews in Brady

153 Reviews of 42 Brady Campgrounds


  • M H.
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    Oct. 13, 2024

    Lake Maloney State Recreation Area

    Nice lakeside sites but local party spot

    Pulled in around 6pm to nice quiet lakeside park/campground w/just 3 others, but since dark at least 4 non-campers have trolled the grounds and then raced down the campground roads. Also within earshot of event facility and can hear bad rock band. Probably leaving (11pm).

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lafayette Park Campground
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Lafayette Park Campground

    Great Park-like CG

    Great little RV park in a park-like setting. Gravel roads with relatively level gravel sites. Shared services. Lots of big trees. Long pull-through site to leave the truck and TT attached. Cross the little covered bridge into Lake Helen Rec Area for a good walkabout. Visit downtown Gothenburg to see the Pony Express station. We liked it and would stay here again.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 5, 2024

    West Maxwell WMA

    Lovely

    Peaceful spot by a lake all to ourselves. After dark highway traffic subsided and we were able to sleep soundly. There is some t mobile reception.

  • Rebecca W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 23, 2024

    Box Elder Canyon WMA

    Great Little Spot

    At first I wasn’t sure because it’s right off the road but we gave it a try and love it. There aren’t many cars that pass and we had a couple of friendly people stop by with helpful tips- like look out for rattlers this time a year. It was a perfect spot for our two- day stay.

  • S
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    Sep. 19, 2024

    Lafayette Park Campground

    Confusing

    The sites are very confusing. We had to move to a different site because we could not understand how/where to park or hook up to water and electricity. There was nobody around at all; just a phone number which we called and texted and got no response back. The bathrooms, while clean, were old and a bit worn. It’s not a great campground but it’s acceptable for overnight

  • John Rushton A.
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    Sep. 12, 2024

    West Maxwell WMA

    Convenient, free spot! With Verizon reception .

    Arrived pretty late into the night, but it was easy to find and no one else was there. Camped by the pond in my tent. One could bring a small to medium length trailer in here with ease.

  • Deb M.
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    Aug. 31, 2024

    Lafayette Park Campground

    Ok for an overnight off I-80

    The best thing about this campground is that it’s shady and a ways off of the interstate. Otherwise it’s old and tired, with small sites and odd shared hookups between spaces. (Eg. - our water hookup was Ammon a pole right next to our door and the picnic table. The bathrooms were old but clean. There was a cute covered bridge on a trail to the main park which was the best thing about it. There were only a few other campers there, but I cannot imagine what it would be like if it was full. We were there during a boil water order for the entire town, and we appreciated that they emailed us about it so we knew to bring our own water and not use the campground’s.

  • F
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    Aug. 29, 2024

    Cozad Lake Wildlife Management Area

    Convenient and free

    There are about 10 spots around the pond. We took one of the3  pull through right next to I-80. Plenty of space, level, shade and if you just look at the lake: quit a nice view. The noise from I-80 ist always there (about 200') but it's constant and was ok for us (rather than trains every 30 minutes). There's a lot of trash but that's to be expected in a area like this. We cleand up some and it was ok for a night

  • Joseph A.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Aug. 21, 2024

    West Maxwell WMA

    Cute camp with highway white noise

    Cute little park off the highway. 2 sites are available. I wouldn't haul a trailer into the park, but it's perfect for a small rv or tent camping. Allot of highway noise, but it's good white noise to fall asleep after you get used to it.

  • Barb N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Maloney State Recreation Area
    Aug. 10, 2024

    Lake Maloney State Recreation Area

    Camping with a water view

    Electric hookup only and is located on the Northside called Kansas Point Campground -Take road to the right before main entrance around to North side of Lake. Primitive camping located at main camp area.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jul. 20, 2024

    Cuzn Eddyz Campground

    Easy and No Frills

    I have come to realize that my wife and I do not need much from the campground itself for an overnight stay, but….

    Cuzn Eddyz is perfect for an overnight stay. There is a gas station sitting right next to the campground so fuel and snacks are no problem.

    FHU, what else do you need?

    I do not use many, but the bathhouse was very clean and comfortable. I did not look for the laundry.

    Maybe WiFi? We ended up using our phone hotspot and had plenty of cell phone reception.

    **thanks for the reply, it was probably a lack of patience. I tried to connect my tv but it did not seem to want to. Probably my fault. You have a nice campground.

    The Wind Turbin Crews use this campground. No big deal, makes perfect sense. There were folks outside and we briefly spoke to a few. Very friendly.

    If i travel through the area again I will stay on this property if it works.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Holiday RV Park
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Holiday RV Park

    Great place to stay

    The staff are super helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, the site we were in had no shade, but that is no reflection on the campgrounds. The sites are a little close to one another and there are travelers coming and going all hours, but overall, it was a nice park.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Jun. 27, 2024

    Box Elder Canyon WMA

    Free but so many bugs!

    There were a ton of mosquitoes when we visited, so much so that we couldn’t sleep in our truck and had to set up a tent. Several cars drove by on the road, some as late as 2:30 in the morning. Also, the cows nearby were super loud. Not the best sleep but hey, it’s a free site. No amenities at all.

  • W
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    May. 5, 2024

    Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area

    Buffalo Bill Campground

    Nice small campground next Buffalo Bill Ranch Historic Site. 50/30 amp available. Water is confusing. Water at site 6 and 20. Also water available at tent site at end of campground. Water spigot is located at the back of both sites and tent site so confused how everyone else can get water. Just plan ahead. Only one other camper was here so we parked in site 6. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️. Verizon was 5G.

  • Tarrah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Westshore Camping Area
    Apr. 30, 2024

    Westshore Camping Area

    Nice for a stop over

    You access the westside by entering the south camping site and following the road to you left all the way back. There are tables and rings at some sites but not all. There is a vault toilet at the end of the ring. All sites are next to the lake.

  • Tarrah C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Apr. 30, 2024

    Sutherland State Rec Area

    Nice stop over spot

    I entered the south side camping which is much like other sites with close camping, there is electric and a vault toilet. If a person follows the small road at the end of the south side camping it takes you to the west side camping which is random spots along the road to camp next to the water. Some have tables and fire rings other do not. There is a vault toilet at the end of the loop.

    $30 for electric sites $7 daily vehicle fee for NE license $14 daily vehicle fee for non- NE $15 tent sites

  • Tarrah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Johnson Lake State Recreation Area
    Apr. 28, 2024

    Johnson Lake State Recreation Area

    Lovely Area to Camp

    I stayed at the Main camp ground with a great lake view on site 76. Sites 77-86 are pull through and the rest are back in for RV. There are also tent sites near the water. There are bathrooms, showers and electric (50/30amp), there are no water hook-ups. The dump station is currently closed (April 2024) due to construction. The camp grounds are close together but they have planted bushes between them to create privacy. I cant speak on the bathroom or showers as the are closed since it is off season.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lincoln Highway RV Park
    Feb. 27, 2024

    Lincoln Highway RV Park

    Great place to stay

    Stayed there for 3 days and staff was very courteous. I had a pull through spot that had plenty of shade. The store had your basic needs. I would definitely return again. Filling your propane thanks on your way out is so convenient.

  • Catherine S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lafayette Park Campground
    Oct. 15, 2023

    Lafayette Park Campground

    Small RV Park Clean Sites in a grassy park with big trees and a paved trail

    Clean sites with just a few quiet RVers. Clean bathrooms. Easy dump site. Worth the few miles to drive off 1-80. Beautiful big trees throughout the RV park and along the paved, 1-mile loop trail. Online reservations. Verizon = 2 bars.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lafayette Park Campground
    Oct. 14, 2023

    Lafayette Park Campground

    Pretty park, well maintained

    Little ways off I 80, but worth the trip. Very well maintained , nice bathrooms and showers. A lot of space between sites, both pull thrus and back ins.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Box Elder Canyon WMA
    Oct. 4, 2023

    Box Elder Canyon WMA

    Great spot when traveling through

    Less than 10 mins off the highway. Rolled in about 11pm; easy to find and a very quiet area. Great ATT phone service.

  • s
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Campground
    Oct. 3, 2023

    Blue Heron Campground

    Very Happy

    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

  • M
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    Sep. 19, 2023

    West Maxwell WMA

    Easy to get to, right off the highway

    Beautiful little pond for fishing if you have a kayak. The bank is surrounded by cattails with a nice ramp and only two wheelchair accessible peers to fish from.

    The highway is about a half mile away and the noise does not stop. That being said, if I’m ever back this way, I would stay here without a second thought.



Guide to Brady

Camping near Brady, Nebraska, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and convenient amenities for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a quick overnight stop or a longer stay, there are several campgrounds in the area that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Fishing and swimming: Many campgrounds, like Lake Maloney State Recreation Area, provide access to water activities. One visitor mentioned, "The lake is awesome and it is pet friendly. Clean and functional bathrooms, lots of grass, trees, and of course a beautiful lake with lots of swimming area!"
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area. A camper noted, "Out of the way and secluded campground that’s easy to get to. Loved the scenic and natural elements."
  • Wildlife watching: The Brady Wildlife Management Area is perfect for spotting local wildlife. One reviewer shared, "Cows for neighbors, quiet, a little noise from the freeway, but not bad."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Blue Heron Campground said, "The restrooms and showers were immaculate."
  • Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have helpful hosts. One reviewer at Holiday RV Park mentioned, "The staff are super helpful and friendly."
  • Quiet atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of the sites. A guest at Cody City Park Campground noted, "Relatively quiet, some noise closer to the street."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Muny Park, have basic facilities. A camper remarked, "Bathrooms are OK, 2 flush toilets and a sink."
  • Noise from highways: Campgrounds near major roads can be noisy. A visitor at I-80 Lakeside Campground mentioned, "Where we were the freeway noise was not so bad."
  • Self-registration: Many campgrounds require self-check-in, so be prepared. One camper at Main Area Campground said, "Self check-in was easy. BRING CASH and QUARTERS."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with ample space between sites. A family at Lafayette Park Campground appreciated, "A lot of space between sites, both pull thrus and back ins."
  • Bring outdoor games: With plenty of open areas, families can enjoy games. One camper at Lake Maloney State Recreation Area mentioned, "There’s a lot of grass, trees, and of course a beautiful lake."
  • Plan for activities: Look for campgrounds with nearby attractions. A visitor at Buffalo Bill Ranch State Recreation Area noted, "Not much to do except tour the Buffalo Bill house."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Holiday RV Park said, "The sites are a little close to one another."
  • Look for full hookups: Campgrounds like Blue Heron Campground offer full hookups, which can make your stay more comfortable. One camper noted, "There are 40 RV/Trailer sites that vary from pull thru to back in."
  • Be prepared for limited Wi-Fi: Some campgrounds may not have reliable internet. A visitor at Holiday RV Park mentioned, "If staying more than one night I wouldn’t recommend."

Camping near Brady, Nebraska, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful spot. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Brady, NE?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Brady, NE offers a wide range of camping options, with 42 campgrounds and RV parks near Brady, NE and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Brady, NE?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Brady, NE is Lafayette Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 17 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Brady, NE?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Brady, NE.

  • What parks are near Brady, NE?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 1 parks near Brady, NE that allow camping, notably Harlan County Lake and Wilson Lake.