Top Horse Camping near Fremont, NE

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Fremont, NE (16)

    Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground

    1. Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    85 Photos
    159 Saves

    Mahoney State Park offer Full Hookup, Electric Plus and Electric campsites. There are a total of 148 campsites. Lakeside Campground (100-148 campsites) are located close to Baright Lake and Owen Marina. Little Creek Campground (1-99 campsites) is close to a playground, basketball court and the coin operated laundry facility. Both campgrounds have drinking water, showers and modern restrooms. A dump and fill station is located conveniently near the park entrance.

    Tent camping is available at Mahoney State Park in the two modern campgrounds. Tent campers will use the grassy area next to the pad site to set up their tent. Those tenting will pay the camping fee applicable to the site occupied. If making reservations, look for the site description of “tentable.” This means there is a level grassy space for a tent.

    Reservations are accepted for half of the campsites in Lakeside and Little Creek campgrounds up to 180 days in advance of arrival date and paid in full at the time the reservation is made. All other camping at Mahoney State Park is first-come, first-served. Campers with advance reservations and those camping first-come, first-served must stop at the Lauritzen Administration building located at the park entrance to check-in or register to camp prior to setting up on a campsite. If arriving after hours, campers must go to the Peter Kiewit Lodge customer service desk and check in or register for a first-come, first-served site.

    This modern state park is the perfect year round destination for a family escape. Families can visit the aquatic center and indoor playground, explore the park’s hiking and biking trails, adventure through the treetop ropes course, climb the observation tower and, when the weather turns cold, enjoy indoor rock climbing, sledding and ice skating. The jewel of the park is Peter Kiewit Lodge, which offers 40 guest rooms, most with balconies that offer a stunning view of the Platte River valley. The park also offers an arts and crafts center, an array of cabins, as well as camping opportunities. Mahoney State Park is located midway between Nebraska’s two largest cities, Lincoln and Omaha and is open year round.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area

    2. Two Rivers State Recreation Area

    20 Reviews
    101 Photos
    66 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground

    3. Platte River State Park Campground

    31 Reviews
    95 Photos
    188 Saves

    Platte River State Park is nestled halfway between Nebraska’s two largest cities – and makes a great place for camping near Omaha. Before it was a state park it was two separate camps – Harriet Harding Campfire Girls Camp and Camp Esther K. Newman – and a tract of woodlands. The charming, vintage cabins that once housed campers today provide cozy accommodations while the gorgeous new glamping cabins offer a luxurious yet nature-immersive experience. Other popular draws are the park’s picturesque waterfall, spray park, scenic hiking and biking trails and two observation towers that allow those who climb to the top a spectacular view of the Platte River Basin.

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

    $10 - $165 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area

    4. Louisville State Recreation Area

    29 Reviews
    73 Photos
    72 Saves

    Encompassing 192 acres, Louisville State Recreation Area boasts five sandpit lakes with approximately 50 surface acres of water. Surrounded by towering cottonwood trees, this inviting area offers picnicking, swimming, fishing, non-power boating, canoe access to the Platte River and a brand new floating playground. Paddle board, water bike and kayak rentals are also available. These amenities, along with the area’s close proximity to Platte River, Mahoney state parks and Schramm Park State Recreation Area and Education Center, have made Louisville SRA a favorite spot among outdoor enthusiasts in the eastern part of the state.

    Camping reservations are available on half of Louisville SRA campsites.

    Louisville State Recreation Area offers campers Electric Plus, Electric and Basic campsites and is very popular with campers with 223 camping pads with 20-, 30- and 50-amp electrical hookups, as well as Basic campsites without electricity. Other amenities include shower facility and modern restrooms. Campers also have access to drinking water and a dump and fill station and a playground for children.

    Lousiville State Recreation Area offers canoe access to the Platte River, as well as a special canoe campsite on the river.

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

    $10 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area

    5. Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area

    27 Reviews
    57 Photos
    34 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $8 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground

    6. Lake Cunningham Campground

    10 Reviews
    16 Photos
    51 Saves

    While tent camping won’t be available in 2024 due to our expanded youth programs and the transformation of the space for versatile events, our dedicated team is actively working on future plans to introduce a primitive camping option for an even more immersive outdoor experience. Stay tuned for updates!

    Whether you are visiting Omaha for the first time or looking for an affordable, family-friendly staycation, we’ve got what you’re looking for at Lake Cunningham. Discover the abundance of activities we have to offer, catered to those looking to explore the beauty of our park from land or water…or both!

    For those of you who plan to stay with us, we have 42 new campground stalls equipped with water, power and sanitary to each pad as well as a new well and shower house for campers to enjoy. We also have 41 upgraded campground stalls with access to a renovated shower house and electrical amplification. All campground stalls have new grills and firepits for you to enjoy.

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

    $15 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground

    7. Goldenrod Campground

    3 Reviews
    10 Photos
    10 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area

    8. Pawnee State Recreation Area

    22 Reviews
    54 Photos
    109 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Fawn Meadows - Two Rivers SRA
    Camper-submitted photo from Fawn Meadows - Two Rivers SRA
    Camper-submitted photo from Fawn Meadows - Two Rivers SRA
    Camper-submitted photo from Fawn Meadows - Two Rivers SRA

    9. Fawn Meadows - Two Rivers SRA

    3 Reviews
    4 Photos
    5 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    10. Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    48 Photos
    66 Saves

    The Lewis and Clark campground is a great place to spend a leisurely vacation in the outdoors. The campground features both electric and full hook-up sites (water and sewer) which lie along the lakeshore. Modern restrooms and showers are available, as is a trailer dump station.

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

    $20 - $26 / night

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Recent Equestrian Reviews In Fremont

228 Reviews of 16 Fremont Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    October 7, 2024

    Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area

    Decent Place that needs Updating

    We stayed here for a mountain bike race weekend. Nighttime is great for stargazing and they have pretty stellar sunrises. We enjoyed the archery range and took plenty of walks. The shower facilities need a lot of updating and the RV spots are pretty dated with narrow roads. We were glad it wasn’t a weekend with a full campground and we think it would be pretty hectic during their peak season.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    September 16, 2024

    Platte River State Park Campground

    Just one night

    If you don’t mind lugging your stuff to your tent spot, it’s primitive, no frills camping at its finest! We chose the closest spot to the vault toilets. There are only 4. It’s a bit off the beaten path but we got to enjoy the beautiful horses. Bonus!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground
    June 20, 2024

    Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground

    Great stay passing through

    Populated but spacious. Friendly staff. Lots of greenery and trees. Only stayed one night but the list of activities seemed great. Safe, relaxing place. Bathrooms and showers could use some work but I was happy for a warm shower after traveling so long. Highway and trains can be heard from a distance but I found it soothing.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    June 9, 2024

    Two Rivers State Recreation Area

    Quick getaway to nature

    A short drive from Omaha, two rivers offers generally clean TV and tent camping sites across multiple campgrounds. I camped right by the river. Also a short walk to the outhouse and playground. Fun and quick trip if you’re in the Omaha area. My boys (4&7) loved it.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area
    May 28, 2024

    Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area

    Beautiful spot

    We spent Memorial weekend here in 2022. We had to park in a designated parking spot and walk in to set our tent. The site was shady and came with a picnic table, fire ring and We were right on the shores of the lake. It was a beautiful and very relaxing to hear the waves, although the wind coming across the lake was mighty fierce and destroyed the canopy that we had over the picnic table. And the beating of the tent all night long was a little hard to get some decent sleep. But the area was nice and close to the restrooms and spacious campsites

  • Camper-submitted photo from Timber Point Wetland
    May 11, 2024

    Timber Point Wetland

    Good for what it is

    Small park with only 3 campsites. It has a hiking trail and a pond to do some fishing. Stayed for two days and would come back. Be wary though that there is limited availability

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    May 10, 2024

    Pawnee State Recreation Area

    Expensive and Dirty Bathrooms

    Nebraska campgrounds are never that stellar in my opinion often right by the freeway, but this one was the worst. The location is beautiful but the restrooms were the worst I’ve ever seen. It costs nearly as much as a site in a national park with the out-of-state permit, and music was played at all hours by people without any recourse. The cherry on top was our vehicle being pelted with rocks when the person next to us started mowing at 7am.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    May 7, 2024

    Lake Cunningham Campground

    Nice for Glamping

    Nice site for a tent camper passing through, beginner adventurers, glampers, or a family staycation.  The entire park is well maintained, has a large lake stocked with fish, tent sites are close together, but tolerable.  Occupancy depends on the time of year.  I was there in September and it was not crowded at all.  Tent sites are primitive.  New roads leading into the park.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    October 8, 2023

    Platte River State Park Campground

    Worthless weekend at Platte River State Park

    Camping in the teepee was hands down our worst camping experience ever. The teepee was hot, dirty and falling apart. We stayed in the“big chief” teepee and it was on a horrible slope with tons of ruts on nothing but bare uneven dirt. There was no privacy as the other two teepees beyond this one were set up so other campers were constantly walking by your camp. Even the door placement to the teepees were bad. There was a more well placed teepee they save for first come first serve camping, not reserved camping. That makes no sense. The worst teepee should be reserved for unreserved campers. There are also bike trails directly around the teepees so in daylight, meaning early and late, you will hear groups of bikers riding around a technical course and lots of whooping and cheering as well as hard landings. To make things worse, they didn’t tell us about an ROTC event they were hosting in the park where groups of ROTC young people were constantly walking by our camp from early morning to afternoon, looking for markers for a kind of seek out practice for them. This was highly disturbing. Zero calm and privacy. The teepee was shabby and the indoor outdoor carpet was dirty and old, and you got the feeling you were sleeping and living over everyone else’s ick. Also, right over the teepee there were loads of huge dead oak branches. With the high winds, we were pretty scared a branch might fall on us. It’s just a matter of time before someone gets hurt, or worse. There were many loud people in cabins with dogs, even dogs barking and crazy dogs running loose the whole time we were there. There was also a lot of trash and littered personal items scattered around in the woods and on the campground area. In the end, it is a very poorly planned campground for comfort, beauty, safety and privacy. We would have been better off to stay home. Like many things now, Platte River State Park feels overrun with activity and under preserved. The exact opposite of why one wants to get away from the city and camp in nature. Waste of time and money.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    September 30, 2023

    Pawnee State Recreation Area

    Pricey for out of staters

    I understand wanting to keep state parks available for those that live in the state, but charging out of state people double for a daily pass seems a little unfriendly. $12 daily fee + $30 electric site = $42 for a state park. The park itself was very peaceful and had a similar number of reserved and drive up sites. The drive up sites has nice mature shade trees and were spaced for privacy, which we appreciated. The bathrooms were clean and well maintained. They had shower rooms, but bring your quarters if you like being in there for very long. The electrical sites are paved.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    August 21, 2023

    Louisville State Recreation Area

    So peaceful we were tempted to stay longer

    Whether you sleep in your van like we did, or you like to stay in a tree house (they appear to be building one as rental cabin) or need a tent platform, the place is huge and sprawling, with wooded sites and open lawn. Friendly and peaceful and definitely one we'll go back to.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Louisville State Recreation Area
    August 21, 2023

    Louisville State Recreation Area

    Great for photos, bad for camping

    The place is amazingly scenic and reasonably priced. But I've been camping in different campgrounds all over the US for the last 2 months and this is one of my top 3 for mosquitoes. Those things are relentless and not at all scared by deet. The only thing that surpassed them is the poison ivy that grows everywhere.

    The place is wide open without privacy. Well-kept, clean and friendly.

    But there's a train going right past our campsite. I had no idea trains can be this long when going through the plains with several engines front and back. If you wait for it to pass, your dinner will be cold.

    And I don't know what industry is east of here. But it's 10pm and they're still running LOUD!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    August 13, 2023

    Lake Cunningham Campground

    Clean and comfortable!

    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. Fishing, paddle board rentals, and a park are a few things to do. Awesome place!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Goldenrod Campground
    August 12, 2023

    Goldenrod Campground

    Amazing

    This campground is amazing! I’ve stayed at 100 plus campgrounds and I will say that this one is top 10. The park has beautiful views and the river is not far away.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Platte River State Park Campground
    July 3, 2023

    Platte River State Park Campground

    The playground!

    We stayed here one night as we were just passing through. The park is really nice and the playgrounds are the nicest I have ever seen! I even had to take my turn on the swings and down the slide. . The new campground is nice with full hook ups, however this is not your normal state park style camping. This is full on RV parking lot with campers stacked on top of each other. I’m never a fan of sitting at my picnic table to eat 8 foot away from someone dumping their sewer tanks. That’s the only con I see here. Luckily we had one of the end sites.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Howells Community Park
    May 29, 2023

    Howells Community Park

    Good overnight spot while traveling.

    Pros

    -Water/Electricity/Dump station

    -Public restroom 

    -Near a gas station and convenience mart

    -Free will donation for firewood

    -Flat camping spots

    -Park nearby

    -Fire Rings

    Cons

    - There are only around 6 spots

    -You share your water connection with your neighbor

    -RV slips are right at the park entrance so there is the risk of traffic non stop if the park is being used for an event

    I came in a couple days before memorial weekend and all of the RV spots were reserved so I only did a short drive around grabbing some photos. It looks like a great spot to swing in overnight if there are any open spots.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Lake Cunningham Campground
    May 23, 2023

    Lake Cunningham Campground

    Outstanding Campground!

    This is 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. 10 miles of paved bike trails and ALL paved campsites level and clean! Many clean and nice bathrooms which showers and FULL hookups for almost any size RV or camper. HIGHLY recommended! Nice campsite hosts and nicely spread out campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. No wi fi but Verizon service was good.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Two Rivers State Recreation Area
    May 14, 2023

    Two Rivers State Recreation Area

    Nice place but not so nice staff

    Multiple ponds/lakes to fish at plus the river. Facilities are nice and the people in the little store was great and food yummy. Check in staff completely rude !!!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pawnee State Recreation Area
    May 4, 2023

    Pawnee State Recreation Area

    Overnighter

    Found on Google maps as a possible campsite during our trip east. It's fairly easy access from I-80, and made for a relaxing getaway from the interstate.



Guide to Fremont

Camping near Fremont, Nebraska, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Nice walking trails and facilities. Lots to do for the entire family."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy paddle boating and swimming at Platte River State Park Campground. A camper shared, "We went paddle boating, swimming, and horseback riding."
  • Wildlife Watching: Spot deer and other wildlife at Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area. One reviewer noted, "We saw a couple of white-tailed deer wandering through in the early morning hours."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Camp A Way Campground said, "Everyone that works here is so friendly. They have nice shower and bathrooms along with laundry facilities."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many families enjoy the activities available for kids. One reviewer at West Omaha / NE Lincoln KOA Holiday mentioned, "Looked like a lot to do for the kids."
  • Spacious Campsites: Campers love the spacious sites at Louisville State Recreation Area. A visitor remarked, "The area is well kept. There are several rings you can camp on RV/Tent."

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads or train tracks. A camper at Pawnee State Recreation Area noted, "With a large amount of active train tracks... this place is the opposite of peaceful."
  • Park Fees: Be prepared for additional fees. One visitor at Platte River State Park Campground mentioned, "There is also a $12 park fee that you have to pay in addition to your camping costs."
  • Mosquitoes: Some areas can have a lot of mosquitoes. A camper at Louisville State Recreation Area warned, "This is one of my top 3 for mosquitoes. Those things are relentless."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Campgrounds with Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds that have playgrounds for kids. One camper at Camp A Way Campground said, "Tons of fun activities for the kids!"
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to check out the activities available. A visitor at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground mentioned, "The list of activities seemed great."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A camper at West Omaha / NE Lincoln KOA Holiday enjoyed the convenience of food delivery, saying, "Pizza and wings at the office, delivered to your site."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area noted, "The sites in general are spaced so you are not right on top of your neighbor."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Choose campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. One camper at Camp A Way Campground appreciated the amenities, stating, "Very nice campground. Kiddo's friendly."
  • Be Prepared for Weather: Bring gear for wind and rain. A camper at Branched Oak Lake State Rec Area mentioned, "The wind coming across the lake was mighty fierce."

Camping around Fremont, Nebraska, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to check the reviews and plan accordingly!

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