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Campgrounds near Bennington, Nebraska provide a mix of primitive and developed camping options within an hour's drive of Omaha. Several established sites like Lake Cunningham Campground and Elkhorn Crossing Recreational Area accommodate tent camping, RV sites, and cabin rentals. The campgrounds typically feature concrete pads for RVs, picnic tables, and fire rings, with many offering electrical hookups. Some locations like West Omaha KOA Holiday and Eugene T. Mahoney State Park provide year-round access with full hookup options for larger recreational vehicles.
Access to these mixed-use campgrounds varies seasonally, with some facilities closing during winter months while others remain operational year-round. Flooding along the Missouri River has affected several campgrounds in recent years, particularly Wilson Island State Recreation Area. According to one visitor, "This park had been closed part of 2018 and all of 2019 Season due to flooding of the Missouri River." Most campgrounds require advance reservations during peak summer months from May through September. Water availability can be limited at certain locations, with some offering drinking water and others providing only basic facilities. Road conditions generally remain good throughout the area, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads.
The camping experience in this region centers around water recreation, with several sites situated near lakes and rivers. Many campgrounds feature fishing access, trails, and boating opportunities. Lake Cunningham receives consistent praise from campers for its amenities. A review mentioned it as "one of the most beautiful campgrounds we have ever encountered! On a beautiful lake with many recreational possibilities - kayaking, sailing non power boating - some for rent." For those seeking more seclusion, Elkhorn Crossing provides a quieter experience away from crowds, though with fewer amenities. Campers should note that site spacing varies considerably between locations, with some campgrounds placing sites close together while others offer more privacy. Public lands in the area support diverse wildlife viewing and hiking opportunities in addition to water-based activities.
"We camp all the time at different locations, and I 100% recommend this campground! The hosts are so polite and helpful and they keep the place immaculate."
"The sites for tent camping are okay pretty close together and down a hill, no parking next to your site. There are also pack in sites available and depending on location very nice."
from $10 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The lake is right there, with a nice bike path that comes all the way around."
"Lake Cunningham is a fun destination for getting outside if you only have an afternoon to escape! The lake itself is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, and sailing!"
from $15 - $40 / night
Check Availability"This is a nice campground located on the edge of Papillion, Nebraska. There are several trails nearby, some paved and others grass. The main trailhead is easily accessible from the park road."
"This is a very cool park in Papillion, Nebraska! It also has a sewer dump site for $5 (if you're not camping). See the camp host to pay."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Very close to the Nebraska crossing outlet mall! 😊"
"The campground itself was fine and very convenient in location to vIsIt famIly."
"Nestled between two major cities in Nebraska, you're never far away from anything you may want to do or see. RV and tent camping is obviously available with limited privacy."
"We used to stop here as a midway point when driving to Colorado. We always stayed at the lodge for a night and had a pleasant time exploring the area."
from $25 - $485 / night
Check Availability"Great location, not too close to the lake so not a lot of bugs to bother."
"Each site is equipped with a fire ring and many of the locations have a picnic table. There are a couple of the spots right along side the lake."
"It is true that the campground is a big open space with little tree cover, but it is part of the DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge, and there is a ton of trees, trails, and wildlife around the refuge."
"Nice smaller park with good tent sites on Missouri River and next to DeSoto National Wildlife Refuge."
from $16 - $24 / night
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Check Availability"The fishing is easy in all the lakes and they have a pay fishing trout lake that nearly guarantees success. Our kid and her friends love the swimming beach."
"Whether I was riding a bike around the paved roads. Fishing in one of the sandpit lakes they have to offer, or the river. Walk around the nature trails, or lakes."
from $100 / night
Check Availability"We were passing through Nebraska and opted to stay the night here. The campground is new and will be even nicer when the trees are big enough to provide shade."
"Short walk in but a wagon is provided to help unload equipment. Picnic and fire pit near the teepee."
from $35 - $340 / night
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TravelerIt took a lot of driving to get back in here, but the payoff was a lovely little isolated, three or 4 acres of grass and hardwood trees by a sweet little cemetery of the hill.
TravelerVery pretty camping area. Fun hiking trail around the whole place. It's probably good fishing if you have a boat but a very weed heavy lake.
GuideWe were coming into town for the College World Series and intended to stay at Arrowhead. I called ahead and talked to a kind gentleman who let me know that Arrowhead would likely be full, but the fairgrounds would surely have space. With 24-hour self check-in, it was a perfect solution. Twenty-five minutes from Omaha and full, pull-through hook ups made this a solid stop over.
GuideCamp spots are close together and not private. But it's a beautiful spot with lots of hiking trails. Bathrooms are spotless and the host is super nice.
LegendI was here on a very hot June day. Grateful for the electricity so I could run my A/C. Would have been much nicer if there were some actual trees for shade. No privacy between sites.
You need a code to get inside the park. I saw camp hosts drive by in golf carts, but did not interact with them.
All the pads look like they're very new. Cement and level.
While this park is right on the lake, there is no easy access to the lake from the campground. A few of the sites back up to the lake, but even those you'd have to bushwack to get to the water. I did find a spot that I had to practically trespass on another camper's site to get to. It was a small opening between weeds and down some treacherous rocks to launch my paddleboard.
There's a beach a few hundred yards down the path that you have to pay $5 to enter.
The lake does not look very clean. I wouldn't swim in it.
The shower was one of those push button ones and it was fine. Lots of kids running around and being loud past 11pm. Looks like people come here to spend the night and spend the day someplace else.
Scout•Turned of my water off in the winter time while it was in the negatives outside which froze my water and busted my water heater.
•quiet time is after 9 but we’re trying to make guests leave before 6
•their water line busted and they refused to reimburse multiple people for the 5 days we all went without water
•You can’t sit your trash out AT ALL, not even in the bed of your truck cause the dozens of stray cats will rip it apart and scatter it everywhere. They will also tear up your camper underneath looking for warmth
•owner saw me taking the trash out one day and offered to take it then turned around and told me I was to lazy to take it
•had 2 friends and their 3 kids come join us for a cookout and the owners pulled up in their golf cart, freaking out about how loud our “party” was and that the our new neighbors complained. Went to go apologize the next day and the neighbors said they didn’t even hear us.
•kept trying to up charge me on rent and electricity, one month my electric was $53 and the next month it was over $300 (the same month I wasn’t even there for 2 weeks)
•multiple blue collar workers left because the owners were treating them the same way
•they have a nice pool. If you want to invite anybody make sure you got extra money cause they’ll charge you whatever they feel like charging you that day. Went from $3 a person to $5 a person in just 2 days
•claim they’re Christians but refuse to you help in any way and will try to get as much money from you as they can
•••••••CHECK YOUR METER••••••••• when I left they tried saying my electric bill was higher than my deposit of $300 but when I told them I took a picture of the meter and how their price didn’t match the amount of kilowatts I had used (15 cents per kw) they sent me my deposit back
All this coming from someone who stayed here for 6 months and finally had enough
GuideThis was a beautiful little spot in town. All the spots were decently spaced out so you had your privacy, and it was surprisingly quiet. It is on the edge a housing area, so you can see people's porches across the street, but it wasnt bad. The price is very reasonable especially if you're just spending the night while driving through. Its very green, well maintained and pretty, we even saw some fireflies! It has electric hook ups and a dump station as well.
ScoutNew pads. Grills. Fishing Lake. Tennis Courts. Basketball. Sand Volleyball. Pool.
ScoutThis park offers something for everyone! Although the campsites are average this big beautiful park makes up for it in other ways. From the aquatic park, to the stables, hiking and biking trails, a small marina with fishing and paddle boats, and a nature center, you won’t have to leave to be entertained. Recommend staying at the lakeside campground for better views.
Camping spots near Bennington, Nebraska range from riverside locations to lake-based recreation areas within a 30-mile radius. The region sits at approximately 1,060 feet above sea level, with summer temperatures averaging 75-90°F during peak camping season from May through September. Seasonal closures affect access to several campgrounds during winter, with some areas closed during spring flooding periods.
Archery practice: Hitchcock County Nature Center offers an on-site archery range with dedicated facilities. "As a family we go to Hitchcock a few times a year for the hiking and the archery range they have on-site. Both are excellent and a nice escape from the city!" notes reviewer Pat V.
Paddling adventures: Rent kayaks and paddle boards at Lake Cunningham Campground where "the lake itself is great for kayaking, paddle boarding, and sailing!" according to Kwin K. The lake has designated no-wake zones making it ideal for non-motorized watercraft.
Wildlife observation: The Loess Hills formation at Hitchcock County Nature Center provides unique terrain for wildlife viewing. "The backcountry campsite have pads with pea gravel for tents and fire rings. Nice and quiet," states Allison J., with the park offering "Hawk Watch" programming from its observation tower.
Riverside camping: Campers appreciate sites near moving water. Two Rivers SRA offers spots along the Platte River where, as Rick J. explains, "This is a great campground for camping and fishing with kids. The fishing is easy in all the lakes and they have a pay fishing trout lake that nearly guarantees success."
Well-spaced sites: Several campgrounds offer roomier sites than typical. At West Omaha / NE Lincoln KOA Holiday, one reviewer noted they had "a very large pull through on the west side of the campground (site 16). The KOA was pretty full but everyone was respectful and we didn't hear much noise."
Easy self-service setup: For late arrivals, Walnut Creek Lake & Recreation Area provides a straightforward process. One camper stated, "I loved the simple self service process. We picked an open spot, paid, and parked. The facilities were impressively clean and well maintained."
Seasonal closures: Many campgrounds close during winter months or due to flooding. Wilson Island State Recreation Area has experienced extended closures, with a reviewer noting, "This campground had been closed part of 2018 and all of 2019 Season due to flooding of the Missouri River."
Site selection matters: At Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, sites vary significantly in quality. One camper advised, "I picked this campground as a stopping point on the way to Yellowstone primarily for the pool for the kids. The pool is awesome. It was, however, expensive. $10 for adults (even as a non swimmer) and $8 for kids plus $3 to rent a tube for the wave pool."
Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience interstate noise despite natural settings. "This is a really nice state park. There are plenty to do... The only not so good thing about camping in this park is that it is so close to the interstate. My son was unable to fall asleep," reported a visitor to Platte River State Park Campground.
Swimming alternatives: When seeking water activities, consider Elkhorn Crossing Recreational Area which offers river access and "Nice new bathroom as well as playground and disc golf," according to Tony B. The playground provides children activities when not on the water.
Trout fishing success: For guaranteed fishing results, Two Rivers SRA maintains stocked ponds. "The fishing is easy in all the lakes and they have a pay fishing trout lake that nearly guarantees success. Our kid and her friends love the swimming beach," shares Rick J.
Boardwalk hiking: For accessible trails with children, Hitchcock Nature Center provides boardwalk options. Karen W. recommends, "There's even a 1 mile hike on a boardwalk that's very easy. There's all levels of hikes. They have a hawkwatch tower. Lots of information about Hawks and nature conservation."
Site spacing variation: At Lake Cunningham Campground, recent renovations have improved RV camping options. "Love the new East lots. Full access with concrete pad. Tons of room between spots. Mini store on the property to buy ice, firewood, and food from," notes Connor S.
Water/sewer availability: Water access varies between campgrounds. At Lake Cunningham Campground, "The sites have concrete pads with power, but no water or sewer. There is a fill station on the way in. You can pay $1 for a hot shower in the comfort station, which is very clean," explains Alana R.
Entrance conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging access points. When staying at West Omaha/NE Lincoln KOA Holiday, be aware that "The entrance/exit is difficult and it looks like it's not their fault as they have been trying to get permits to fix it but the NE transportation is not being cooperative," according to Stacy M.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Bennington, NE?
According to TheDyrt.com, Bennington, NE offers a wide range of camping options, with 111 campgrounds and RV parks near Bennington, NE and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Bennington, NE?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bennington, NE is Hitchcock County Nature Center with a 4.6-star rating from 33 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bennington, NE?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Bennington, NE.
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