Riverside cabin accommodations near Columbus include River Land Campground with premium 5-star quality cabins along the Big Platte River. These sites feature concrete patios with picnic tables and new fire rings near fishing areas. According to one visitor, "The cabins are 5 star quality and they're still building more." Lake Wanahoo State Recreation Area also offers cabin rentals with proximity to fishing and recreational trails that encircle the lake. Some cabins provide electrical hookups and basic furnishings, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Both properties maintain shower facilities and restrooms for cabin guests.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are available depending on the location, with most requiring advance reservations, especially during summer months. Lake Wanahoo operates year-round while other properties like Prairie Oasis Campground & Cabins maintain a March through October season. Most cabin sites accommodate pets but require leashes in common areas. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, "All RV and tent spots have picnic tables and fire rings," with similar amenities extending to cabin areas. Double Nickel Campground in nearby Waco offers family-friendly cabin options with access to swimming pools and mini golf courses.
Bedding requirements vary between properties, with most cabins providing beds but requiring guests to bring their own linens and towels. Cooking facilities range from basic fire rings to kitchenettes depending on the cabin category. Several campgrounds feature on-site markets or stores for basic provisions, including Double Nickel and Prairie Oasis. The proximity to Columbus provides convenient access to larger shopping options like Walmart within 10 minutes of some properties. Cabins typically include picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor meals. Most include trash service and access to drinking water.
"The cabins are 5 star quality and they're still building more. RV sites are spacious, concrete patios w/ picnic tables, new fire rings."
from $40 - $50 / night
"The campground is right off the exit so it is very convenient and easy to get to, they have full hook ups for a very reasonable price so it was a great choice for a stop on our cross country trip."
"Older park with new owners. Convenient to hwy 80, Waco Nebraska. That means some hwy noise but it’s Nebraska, it’s flat! No jake brake noise."
Campground full next weekend
from $45 - $75 / night
"Lake Wanahoo is a fairly new lake in Saunders county Nebraska. The lake is part of the local NRD and was originally managed by the state parks department."
"Great fishing and kayaking lake! Bike path goes all the way around the lake. Sites are large and spaced out. I prefer the ones along the water but you have to book early to get one."
from $8 - $40 / night
"Parked outside of office and checked in. Was escorted to site and given a run through. Site has a slight dip but was not a big deal."
"The campground is well kept, and the bathrooms/shower house has been remodeled and was immaculate. The sites are gravel, level, and good size."
from $30 - $41 / night
"Older park but don’t let that fool you. The owners are doing a great job maintaining the park. Owners are very friendly for this Good Sam park."
from $49 - $53 / night
LegendNot a great campground but clean enough and conveniently located. Sites are way too close together and utilities are old and somewhat poorly placed because the sites are so tight.
Hopefully, you don't need to talk to any employees because we never found anyone working in the office.
LegendI stopped by this campground and found it was nearly empty, with only one other camper in the lot. The entire area is one giant gravel parking lot with no shade. The spots are located very close together, but it's rarely full (except during events at the Main Arena next door) so you'll have room to spread out. Each site has electric and water hookups. I read somewhere that there is a dump station here but I didn't see it.
There are no showers or flush toilets. The only bathrooms available are port-a-potties located in the middle of the lot. There is some kind of agriculture equipment nearby that creates a constant humming sound which some might find annoying. The campground is very close to the airport, but I did not notice any airport noise.
While there is nothing within walking distance, there are several commercial restaurants and stores that are an easy drive from this location.
I would only stay here if I needed an overnight spot while traveling.
TravelerWe were skeptical about this place but for the most part it was ok. Beautiful sites along the lake. No one there when we got there and no maps to know where to go. Took a while but found the site we had reserved online. Were disappointed by the road noise- there is a major road going down other side of lake and nothing to block the noise. Also no star gazing here as the area across the lake has lots of very bright lights. We went to the toilets and found the vault toilets with just sanitizer and someone else said, but we had also read there was a shower house. Walked around trying to find it (a map would have helped!). Could not find it but luckily there was a person outside there camper that we asked (the place was practically deserted) and they pointed it out to us. Luckily it was only a slightly longer walk than the vaulted toilets. Showers have to be paid for and timed. No hot water in sink, not much place to put towel or toiletries. 4 family rooms. Noticed they were never cleaned while we were there- dirty and bugs.
ScoutThis is by far the worst place to go camping. First off the restrooms have no running water or soap to wash your hands. Only hand sanitizer hung on the wall. No swimming beach for kids. The worker they had was on his high horse for sure gave a lecture and repeated his self. Complained about how we parked said could not back in. I have never had this experience anywhere else. He was so rude would never return. Worst experience we had in long time. Don't go nothing to do for family. Branch oak lake way more fun. And they have showers and running water and soap. Oh they did have a shower house but closed but that is only for campers. Not sure what I'm there. So maybe they have soap but for day visits no running water or soap. They do have pump water. What turned us off the most was the rude kid young adult working very rude like he on a power trip. Very disappointed.
GuideVery friendly & helpful lady, guided Us to Our site and spotted Us on it. That was after She gave Us a free upgrade, discount, and took several of Our calls. After having a really terrible day She gave a breath of encouragement back into Us. It looked like all the sites were pull through's, had fire pit (saw her delivering wood), never saw this before (each site has a porch swing). It is clean and taken care of nicely. It is most definitely a place to stay at.
RangerIt’s been a few years since we stayed at Lake Wanahoo, but we decided to stay there over our anniversary weekend. The place is still great, and this time of year it was very quiet and peaceful.
I was able to fish at the lake, we used the trails for walking and biking. Being close to town allowed us to have a great anniversary dinner at a steakhouse!
We are definitely going to be using it more!
LegendWe’d passed through this area a few years ago when traveling I-80 and noticed there was a campground(CG) and golf course here in Waco, NE. We added this CG to our list and finally got a chance to stay here. The CG is a little ways off I-80 and easy to get to. Check-in was quick and easy and we were led to pull through site 303 with FHUs. There are separate prices for weekdays and weekends. The utilities were at the center of the long gravel pad. Water pressure was okay at around 40 psi. We got 2 bars on Verizon. The sites here are decently spaced especially for a private CG. The CG was clean and well-maintained. If there were long-term residents, you could not tell. We were here over a weekend, so there were families and a lot of kids using the swimming pool, mini golf, and the large playground area. Each site, along with a picnic table and fire pit has a bench swing. There’s a decent-sized dog park on the south side and larger one on the north side. The CG has its own tornado siren plus an underground tornado shelter. There’s one cabin for rent. They also have a well-kept laundry room with 2 washers and 2 dryers. York has your main amenities such as Walmart. The golf course right next door is a deceptively tough 9-hole course.
ScoutReally nice staff. Bathhouse is nice and clean. There are all sorts of games: Basketball, volleyball, miniature golf, Large Jenga, etc... Nice pool. Only issue: road noise. It's just off the expressway. It's not too bad though.
LegendStopped here for the night while traveling through the area. Great stop. Clean and safe campground with full hook ups. Would recommend.
Cabin accommodations near Columbus, Nebraska sit between 1,400 and 1,600 feet above sea level in the Platte River Valley. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F, making May through September the prime camping months. Most cabin sites remain accessible year-round, though winter visitors should check for seasonal facility closures.
Fishing opportunities: Lake Wanahoo State Recreation Area offers extensive fishing access with a stocked lake popular for various species. According to one visitor, "Great fishing and kayaking lake! Bike path goes all the way around the lake" with multiple jetties providing shore fishing options. The lake requires a special permit for both camping and fishing.
Recreational trails: Walk or bike the path circling Lake Wanahoo State Recreation Area, which provides approximately three miles of lake views. "There is a gravel trail that goes all the way around the lake, which provides about a three mile loop. The trail also leads down into the town of Wahoo," notes a camper who appreciated the connectivity to nearby services.
Water activities: Several locations offer paddle boats for guest use. At Prairie Oasis Campground & Cabins, "There is a small pond on the property" and as one visitor mentions, "Free paddle boats to use for the pond." The campground maintains these boats for guest use during the March-October season.
Clean facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain updated shower houses and restrooms. A visitor to Double Nickel noted, "Bathhouse is nice and clean. There are all sorts of games: Basketball, volleyball, miniature golf, Large Jenga, etc... Nice pool." These facilities typically include hot water and regularly maintained common areas.
Spacious sites: Many locations feature well-designed camping pads with ample space. At Double Nickel Campground, "The sites here are decently spaced especially for a private CG" and each site includes extras like "a picnic table and fire pit has a bench swing," adding comfortable seating options not commonly found at other locations.
Local amenities: The proximity to small towns provides convenient access to local businesses. As one camper at Lake Wanahoo mentioned, "The town of Wahoo has a cool butcher shop, so I always plan to pick up steaks, hot dogs or other grillable items for one night's dinner." Similarly, Columbus offers dining and shopping options within 10-15 minutes of most cabin locations.
Reservation timing: Waterfront cabin sites book quickly during peak season. For Lake Wanahoo, "Sites are large and spaced out. I prefer the ones along the water but you have to book early to get one." Most properties accept reservations 3-6 months in advance, with holiday weekends filling fastest.
Shade considerations: Newer campgrounds may lack mature trees. A Lake Wanahoo visitor noted, "There is very little shade available at this campground as it is a man-made area so bring the sunscreen." Similarly, at River Land Campground, "Baby trees were just planted to help with some shade, but there are a few mature trees too."
Permit requirements: Some recreation areas require special permits beyond standard camping fees. For Lake Wanahoo, "A special permit is required to camp there. That is a bit of a bummer because you used to not need that." Always check current permit requirements when making reservations.
Kid-friendly activities: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas and recreational equipment. At [Christiansen Field](https://thedyrt.
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