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Eagles Rest RV Park in Chadron offers full hookups with both 30 and 50 amp service for RVs year-round, featuring big-rig friendly sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. Just 20 miles south, Chadron State Park provides electric-only RV sites with a dump station on premises, though water hookups are not available at individual sites. Fort Robinson State Park in nearby Crawford maintains the Red Cloud Campground with concrete pads and full hookup sites that accommodate larger motorhomes. Harrison City Park, though smaller, provides electric hookups on concrete pads that can handle big rigs. "Sites are not too level," noted one RVer about Eagles Rest, suggesting leveling blocks might be necessary at some locations.
Across northwestern Nebraska, cell service varies considerably between parks, with Verizon typically providing the most reliable coverage. Dump stations are available at Chadron State Park and Crawford City Park for RVs without sewer hookups. Most RV campgrounds in the region remain open from April through October, though Eagles Rest operates year-round. Pet owners will find most parks accommodate dogs, with designated pet areas at several locations. During peak summer months, particularly July and August, reservations are strongly recommended for RV sites with hookups. The area experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, with summer highs regularly reaching the 90s and winter lows well below freezing, affecting water availability at some parks during shoulder seasons.
"Wi fi is spotty at best . No local.tv channels at all. But the staff is great 👍. Close to town clean rest rooms, Landry is available here . Showers older but CLEAN . Very quite and well managed ."
"Close to Walmart. Water n electric."
from $30 - $70 / night
Check Availability"My home base was in Chadron State Park where I camped. The park itself has 6 miles of hiking trails which connect with several other trails in the Nebraska National Forest."
"Chadron state park is a beautiful park with everything you need. The campground has full use bathrooms and is well-spaced for fun camping alongside others."
"Spent one night here to break up drive from Yellowstone back to Chicago suburbs. The staff was super friendly. The facilities were cleaner than other KOAs we had been to."
"Bathrooms are fairly clean, people were respectful of quiet hours, and the laundry room and dish washing sink is nice to have on a long road trip."
"Sites are basically two parking stalls on a concrete pad. The only way to fit two RVs at a time would be if they were both vans, and that would be tight."
"The restroom had running water and sewer. I use the electricity to charge my Blue Eddie and it was a quiet location."
"All sites are messed against the Cottonwood trees for afternoon shade."
"Layout is pretty easy to get around. Looked clean and well maintained."
from $10 - $25 / night
Check Availability"Close to town and near a peaceful stream.. Owner is very nice."
"The sites have picnic tables and fire rings. In spite of the fact that we’re right next to the highway, it’s pretty quiet. The water is a warm 75ish degrees, so nice!"
from $25 - $130 / night
Check Availability"This campground has large cottonwood trees for good shade. The bathrooms and showers are clean."
"I camped solo here a couple of weeks ago and there was plenty of space with trees, a fire pit, and picnic table."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Was not interested in staying one night at Chadron State Park. Nice state park, but the campground was a little too crowded for my liking. It was also expensive."
"Sites were well spaced and had picnic tables and fire rings. Fee wasn’t required when I visited. Looks like mid-may is when they begin. Arrived Friday and there were several spots to select from."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"Perfectly level and large sites, immaculate landscaping and attention to detail, quiet, and incredible views. It does not get better than this."
from $45 / night
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TravelerIt is very quiet and there are a couple free camping spots in the back. It's definitely sunny on this side of Angostura. Lots of birds, deer, turkeys but the lake is down so the walk to the water is a distance.
RangerA nicely wooded campground that was sparsely populated on a Sunday in September. Our reserved site was fine, although we spotted some nicer ones along the perimeter. The park itself seems well worth a longer stay, with lots of history and a huge amount of land to explore. We did drive the Smiley Canyon Scenic Drive--so beautiful! Unfortunately, we were there for just a quick overnight, but we would have liked more time to look around the park. Bathroom facilities were clean and well-kept.
TravelerBeautiful campground, however if you want to take a shower at their facility it's $1 for 4 min. And if you stay Friday night you have to pay for Sat, Sun as well. Nice spots. Great shade trees.
RangerI was mainly interested in visiting where Chief Crazy Horse was killed. I am impressed at how well the grounds have been maintained.I stayed in Soldier Creek campground and there are two other campgrounds on site. This campground has large cottonwood trees for good shade.
The bathrooms and showers are clean. Take note SHOWERS take quarters so be sure to bring quarters along with you because the change machine is not dependable!
North of the park is Toadstool Park and it looks like you are in a totally different planet!
There are A LOT of trails hiking.
The reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because I was here after Labor Day and most buildings are locked up, restaurant is closed, jeep tours etc are all shut down for the year. This also has a flip side, the campground is very calm and slow paced this time of year.
Cell phone service was usable but not enough to do some remote work with.
Sites 44,45,46 will be where I will try to camp next time. They have electric and are away from the showers/bathrooms and more peaceful area.
Red Cloud campground has full hookups.
GuideCalled to see if a spot was available but was told that owner does not like car campers or people sleeping in trucks. Vans are okay I was told. I was recommended to check with Allen Ranch Campground.
GuideNicely wooded KOA just outside of Hot Springs, SD
ScoutGreat place to unwind for a day or two. Nice hiking trails always a breeze. Very clean. Bring water!!
GuideReally nice site with electric hookup right next the lake. 15$ for no hookup and 20 electricity incl.
TravelerGreat camp spot. We arrived after the big fire. Everyone is friendly and nice. Quite place. Beautiful
Chadron, Nebraska sits at an elevation of approximately 3,400 feet in the Pine Ridge region, where ponderosa pine forests contrast with the surrounding prairie landscape. Most campgrounds in the area experience dramatic temperature variations with nighttime temperatures often dropping 30-40 degrees below daytime highs, even in summer months. Water availability becomes limited at most non-RV sites after mid-October when temperatures regularly fall below freezing.
Fishing access: Angostura Recreation Area offers excellent fishing opportunities with many campers reporting successful catches. "We grabbed a 1 day fishing license and caught soooooooo many fish. They have an amazing fishing cleaning station as well," notes one visitor who stayed at the lakeside campground.
Historical exploration: The region contains numerous museums and historical sites within short driving distances. At Eagles Rest RV Park, one camper mentioned "Really interesting museums in area of chadron Nebraska. Museum of the fur trade" as a highlight of their stay.
Hiking trails: Multiple trail systems connect across the region's public lands. Near Pine Ridge Dispersed Camping, "There are numerous hiking trails that depart from either end of FR-714-A, including some in the State Park," with varying difficulty levels from easy to hard.
Creek access: Several campgrounds feature water access for summer recreation. At Allen Ranch Campground, guests appreciate that it's "Right next to the creek that is great temperature to play in." Another visitor noted the unique water temperature: "The Fall River is fed by hot springs so the water stays nice and just slightly chilled."
Wildlife viewing: Many campsites offer opportunities to observe native wildlife. Red Cloud Campground provides "Beautiful trees and great birds!" according to a recent visitor, while others note the diverse ecosystems between forested areas and grasslands.
Spacious sites: Campgrounds with adequate spacing between sites receive higher ratings. "There are 12 RV sites, 6 tent sites, 1 group site, and 3 tipis," at Allen Ranch, while Crawford City Park offers "4 electric & water sites, plus dispersed sites" with varying levels of privacy.
Highway noise: Several campgrounds near Chadron are located close to major roads. At Crawford City Park, "The noise is from the 4-BNSF trains per hour coming from/going to the Wyoming coal fields," while Red Cloud Campground is "quite close to the road so the lights and noise from vehicles is frustrating in the middle of the night."
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds experience dramatic changes based on season. One visitor to Angostura Recreation Area advised, "During after the sun goes down is a different story. The bugs here are horrible, they are attracted to light of any kind, so do yourself a favor and grab quite a few of those citronella candles."
Water access: Not all sites provide water at individual campsites. At Red Cloud Campground, visitors note "Clean pit toilets, no water," while others report water and dump stations are available at selected locations in the region.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. Crawford City Park has a "Great playground for kids" and "Walking Trail nearby" that provides recreational options beyond the campsite.
Water activities: Harrison City Park offers an alternative to larger campgrounds with basic amenities in a quieter setting. "Quiet little town. My neighbor and I enjoyed a conversation," reports one camper, making it suitable for families seeking less crowded options.
Varied accommodation options: Some campgrounds offer alternatives to traditional tent camping. Allen Ranch Campground provides "Tipi: $70 (plus $5 per additional person) for basic (you furnish), $130 per couple for everything included (including breakfast)" which can appeal to families looking for unique experiences.
Site leveling: Multiple RV parks require leveling equipment. At Red Cloud Campground, "Sites not quite level but most not bad," while another notes specific site details: "Concrete picnic table, grill, metal fire ring, almost level gravel parking spot."
Dump station access: Not all rv parks in Chadron, Nebraska offer sewer hookups at individual sites. One RVer at Crawford City Park noted, "There is a dump site located near the sites, which you have to drive into the grass to use," while others mentioned free dump stations available in nearby towns.
Weight restrictions: Some campgrounds have limitations affecting larger rigs. At Crawford City Park, campers should note the "5 ton weight limit on bridge to get in!!" which presents access issues for heavier motorhomes and trailers seeking Chadron area rv parks.
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