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Waubonsie State Park Campground in Hamburg, Iowa and Big Lake State Park Campground in Craig, Missouri include glamping accommodations within 50 miles of Du Bois, Nebraska. These upscale canvas accommodations feature electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control systems to provide resort-style comfort regardless of weather conditions. Both locations offer accessibility to scenic water views, with Waubonsie situated among the distinctive Loess Hills and Big Lake positioned directly alongside its namesake lake. Glamping units come equipped with modern amenities not found at standard campsites, including private picnic areas, fire rings, and proximity to well-maintained shower facilities. One visitor noted, "The cabins I saw need some updating but were functional. The campground was basic, grill, fire ring, picnic table, electric on designated sites."
Activities near these boutique camping destinations include hiking the extensive trail system at Waubonsie State Park, with routes of varying difficulty that showcase panoramic views from the bluffs. At Big Lake State Park, glampers can rent kayaks for exploring the lake, enjoy swimming at the on-site pool, or take advantage of the fishing opportunities directly from the shore. Both parks maintain playgrounds for families with children and offer well-groomed grounds for outdoor relaxation. The glamping accommodations provide a perfect balance between outdoor immersion and creature comforts, particularly appreciated during seasonal extremes. According to a camper, "Very relaxing time. Perfect view of the water." Proximity to Nebraska City offers additional dining and shopping options for glampers seeking to venture beyond park boundaries.
"Great campground with lots of activities, roller skating, mini golf fishing pond & streams, splash pad & slide also has sports courts, basketball, tennis, pickle ball & a petting zoo our favorite"
"They have heated shower rooms which are very clean. The RV spots are pretty close together so backing in can be a challenge."
from $33 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Sties are scattered around a circular drive through this small city park. There is an area for tents in the center, RVs around the perimeter. There are electric connections in some of the spots."
"Numerous tent sites w electric."
"Small park.sites are right next to each other. Picnic tables and fire pits are on site gravel. All roads are narrow one way with the dumpstation at the back end of park with trash dumpsters there."
"We arrived around 8 pm and even though the office was getting ready to close, the woman behind the counter was very kind and helpful. She helped us with finding our spot and with getting firewood."
from $15 - $90 / night
Check Availability"This park is a beautiful lake. We saw white pelicans and blue herons on this visit but it is not uncommon to see hawks, owls, and eagles in the area."
"There is room to keep up social distancing."
from $27 / night
Check Availability"Not many amenities but the bathrooms are clean and the trails are fantastic. The view is great from the side bluff train. Close to Nebraska city. Tent sites are not too close together."
"The hiking trails are not for bikes, and they have several different levels or skills levels. The look out was pretty cool as well. We will return, and do some more hiking."
from $12 - $110 / night
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GuideSmall park.sites are right next to each other. Picnic tables and fire pits are on site gravel. All roads are narrow one way with the dumpstation at the back end of park with trash dumpsters there. So on a sunday you will get stuck in the dumpstation line to drop off your trash even if you don't need to dump. Bathrooms are clean and well maintained. Sites are pretty level. Great playground area for the kids.
GuideMy husband and I tent camped one night at this park. We arrived around 8 pm and even though the office was getting ready to close, the woman behind the counter was very kind and helpful. She helped us with finding our spot and with getting firewood. Our basic tent site was lakeside and had a fire pit and picnic table. The site was so well maintained it was hard to find small sticks for kindling.
The grounds have private bathrooms with toilets and showers. There are two nice playgrounds and a swimming pool. Most campers were enjoying fishing in the small lake. Kayaks were available to rent for a small fee. Kids enjoyed riding bikes around the flat roads.
This is a great spot off I-29 to set up camp and have a rest. It's also a good spot to take young kids fishing.
LegendThis park is a beautiful lake. We saw white pelicans and blue herons on this visit but it is not uncommon to see hawks, owls, and eagles in the area. This is a new park dedicated this year by the Nemaha NRD: sort of a multi-county natural resource agency found exclusively in Nebraska.
The picnic tables, vault toilets, paved walking trails, playground equipment are all new and well laid out. Gravel slabs with electrical hookup are only $12 a night but that is deceiving because you need to purchase a $5 day pass or $15 annual pass to come to the park. Yet even the some of the primitive sites have slabs for a pop-up and did not appear to cost anything beyond your vehicle pass.
The lake is too small for any boat with more than a trolling motor (there is a boat ramp) and should be outstanding for a kayak or canoe. Fishing should be great here. Paved trail and wide gravel slabs with raised fire pits should make this a great rustic getaway for handicapped campers. There is even a paved path to the end of a jetty of fishing in the lake.
This park is close to the Steamboat Trace Hiking/Biking Trail which is a 26-mile trail following the bluffs and coming within spitting distance of the Missouri River. Peru Nebraska is close, home of one of the oldest colleges this side of the Mississippi. Peru is also close for limited supplies such as Ice and band-aids. Auburn and Nebraska City are both about 10 miles away, Neb City has a Walmart.
I think this park is best for a quiet weekend getaway. I recommend you contact the NRD for an annual pass and take advantage of the other parks they operate. You could hike or Bike the Trace and tent camp for free!
TravelerSties are scattered around a circular drive through this small city park. There is an area for tents in the center, RVs around the perimeter. There are electric connections in some of the spots. Not very well defined…you drive up over the curb to park for some spots.
Tenting is free. I'm in a van and did not need electric so I assume it's also free to stay. I saw no place to pay anyway.
busy little place in the evening. Very quite at night. Clean. Safe. Restrooms no showers.
GuideCity of Marysville allows 5 days of free camping at their well maintained city park.
Numerous tent sites w electric.
One pull through w 50 amp and water
Several electric only
Within walking distance to aquatic center, legendary coffee shop, downtown
Town has a Walmart and a few shops
GuideWe initially thought oh what a great overnight spot but have found this to be so much more! Location is perfect, quiet city park near police station. Walking/biking trails, playground, frisbee golf, restaurants with in walking distance, it’s a beautiful setting and the squirrels, black squirrels are everywhere. Limited spots with 30/50 amp are available, they are pull off as in drive over the curb and park. I did mention limited as in very few, I can’t express this enough as I think I saw 3 maybe 4 spots with electric hookups. Sites are free, donations accepted- box is located on the building that houses the restrooms and near water station.
TravelerWe stayed here so that we would be within walking distance of Brownville. It took a while to figure out how to make a reservation (you call the River Inn Resort). When I made the reservation, I was told there is no electricity, which is fine since we have solar. However, we were not told there are no tables, or fire rings... there pretty much isn't anything other than land. The land that is there is pretty rough as well. There were very large burs of some sort throughout the grassy areas, which made it difficult for our dog to go anywhere during our trip. There were also an unbelievable amount of gnats, but that is probably due to the proximity to the river. The people at the River Inn Resort, where you check in, were friendly and helpful. However, we would not stay here again.
RangerAs you enter the park off of 10th street the bathroom and dump station are on the right. 3 spots have electric. 2 were taken when we arrived. Donations accepted ( how could you not) there were a couple of potable water spigots available. Previous reviews were spot on. Great little town. For the tent campers there are 5 spots with 20 amp power plugs also.
GuideGrew up camping and hiking here. Not many amenities but the bathrooms are clean and the trails are fantastic. The view is great from the side bluff train. Close to Nebraska city. Tent sites are not too close together. Can get pretty busy on weekends in the summer.
Camping options near Du Bois, Nebraska range from basic tent sites to full-service RV accommodations within a short drive. This agricultural region sits along the Missouri River basin where the Loess Hills create distinctive terrain features. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with temperatures between 50-75°F for more comfortable camping experiences.
Explore hiking trails: At Waubonsie State Park, the trail system showcases the unique Loess Hills landscape. "We actually took 2 sites, one for us and one for my oldest sons site. This worked out and gave a little more space needed. This also gave us time to really explore those trails I was drooling over. We took one of the more scenic trails and took us over the top of some of those beautiful Loess Hills," notes a camper at Waubonsie State Park Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Duck Creek Recreation Area offers excellent bank fishing without needing a boat. "Fishing is great right off the bank. NRD permit required. Lots of sites but majority are on top of the hill away from the water," according to one visitor at Duck Creek Recreation Area.
Water activities: Big Lake State Park provides multiple water recreation options with rental equipment available. "You can kayak, canoe, jet ski, and boat. Its olny 30ft at the deepest point," reports a camper who enjoyed the lake despite its modest depth.
Natural wildlife viewing: The camping areas provide opportunities to observe native birds and animals. "This park is a beautiful lake. We saw white pelicans and blue herons on this visit but it is not uncommon to see hawks, owls, and eagles in the area," notes a visitor to Duck Creek Recreation Area.
Scenic overlooks: The elevated terrain provides memorable views of the surrounding landscape. "If you go make sure you hike over to the sunset viewpoint that looks out to the West," recommends a visitor at Waubonsie State Park who appreciated the vantage points.
Quiet atmosphere: Big Lake State Park Campground offers a peaceful environment away from more crowded destinations. "Spmewhar small but quaint.....very family friendly there are not a lot of 'party people' that frequent here. It is a well kept park and we love it!" reports one satisfied camper.
Seasonal flooding: River proximity means some campgrounds experience periodic closure due to high water levels. At Brownville Riverside Park, a local notes: "I work close to this park and watched as the town was making progress in restoring it to a nice campsite. Unfortunately, the river has flooded it out as of June 28, 2024 and it will likely be unusable for at least the remainder of this season."
Limited amenities at some locations: Not all campgrounds offer full services. "The grounds have private bathrooms with toilets and showers. There are two nice playgrounds and a swimming pool. Most campers were enjoying fishing in the small lake. Kayaks were available to rent for a small fee," explains a Big Lake State Park visitor about their facilities.
Wildlife encounters: Prepare for local wildlife interactions at campgrounds. "There are signs in the bathrooms warning of the raccoons. These signs are not exaggerating. We had a raccoon at our campsite trying to steal our food while we were there, like the raccoon was less than 10 feet from humans during mid-day," warns a Waubonsie State Park camper.
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain play areas specifically for children. "Great playground area for the kids," notes one visitor to Big Lake State Park about their recreation facilities.
Flat biking trails: Look for campgrounds with suitable riding surfaces for younger cyclists. "Kids enjoyed riding bikes around the flat roads," observed a visitor at Big Lake, highlighting the child-friendly infrastructure.
Swimming options: Rock Port RiversEdge Campground and other locations provide water recreation suitable for various ages. At Big Lake State Park, "There are two nice playgrounds and a swimming pool," making it suitable for families seeking both land and water activities.
Site spacing considerations: Many campgrounds have closely positioned sites. "This is my second review, because second time is a charm. Even though the campsites are closer together than I am use to. We actually took 2 sites," explains an RV camper at Waubonsie State Park who found a workable solution.
Pull-through availability: Big Lake State Park offers convenient access for larger vehicles. "Basic sites are large and some of the electric are also. The majority are pull through sites. Everything is fairly level and they have nice park, picnic areas and boat ramp."
Utility hookups: Rock Port RiversEdge Campground provides multiple power options. "30 & 50 amp hookups and water for a great price," notes a satisfied RVer about the electrical amenities and reasonable rates.
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