Best Tent Camping near Gering, NE
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Best Tent Sites Near Gering, NE (2)
1. Packer Lake Campground
Scottsbluff, Nebraska1 Review5 Day limit for camping at Packer Lake Campground.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Gering
87 Reviews of 2 Gering Campgrounds
- MMary H.
Guide
Robidoux RV Park
Very nice
Very nice campground. Sites are well spaces, green and well maintained. Great view of Scottsbluff. Highly recommend
Martin W.
Traveler
Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
Large, beautiful, and affordable campground with water access... but with limitations
Huge campground with countless beautiful sites. Even if you arrive after sunset, you will definitely find a very nice spot here. The camp host is super nice and friendly. She invited us to go kayaking on the lake, lent us all the equipment for free, and we had a wonderful time with her.
It could really be the perfect campground... but there are two issues to consider:
- As others have mentioned, freight trains run regularly across from the campground and are incredibly loud. So definitely sleep with earplugs!
- The restrooms are swarming with flies. I've never seen so many—each restroom has 50-100 flies. It's a shame because this problem could be easily managed.
Still, 5/5, as everything else here is truly more than perfect.
- l
lee's freelance M.GuideOliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
Clean campground donation fee accepted
Very nicely run campground and wonderful host. All sites easy walk to or on Reservoir. Trains seemed to whistle through across highway at least 1x every hour until late at night. 🙄 clean bathrooms. Lots of grass area. Locals with their water toys made for happy campers all around. Stayed one nite 6/14/24
James B.
Ranger
Riverside Park Campground
Pleasant stay for a few days
We booked for a couple of days to visit Scott’s Bluff Monument, Chimney Rock, and Fort Laramie. Sites are gravel but pretty level. Full hookup site had 30 and 50 amp hookups along with water and sewer. For $25 a night it’s a good value.
- BBeckyTraveler
Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
great find traveling across NE
Really nice spot with free camping, donations accepted. Run as if a paid campground and lots of overflow space where there were RVs. We got the last site (#35) on a busy holiday weekend, so happy about that as it was getting dark soon!
Picnic tables and firepits with grate for cooking provided. Was able to find kindling in the trees around.
Bathrooms were pretty nice.
Would definitely recommend.
Larry K.
Scout
Pioneer Park
Not worth $25, june 2024
It's decent but it's a concrete pad, you have to call city hall to get a code to unlock the water spigot and they close at 4pm. The area is clean but seems to be too expensive compared to other communities within 100 miles. Cross
the border and many Nebraska small towns offer cheaper or free stays. The atmosphere just isn't right but i came in late and needed a place to stay. For $25 next time i will look elsewhere. Maybe I'm cheap, but i expect more convenience for the price and fewer rules. No fires, no fire rings, your grille is ok, that's about all
Jennifer H.Guide
West Wind - Lake Minatare SRA
Great car/RVspot
We arrived after 5pm so the office was closed, but we found the camp spot easily with the information from the booking email, and our site had our names on it which was great. Walking around the beach by the lake was so nice and we found a fun tire swing. There were only a few other people there and we had a great campfire. The bathrooms weren’t great but overall a good spot!
- SSteveScout
Pony Soldier RV Park
Ok if just want a place to sleep for a night
Staff is extremely friendly. I took a shower immediately upon arrival and it was not a good experience. There were 3 stalls for women with no shower curtains covering each stall. Only 1 stall actually worked (barely). It took up to 7 minutes for the water to get warm and the pressure was a trinkle at best. I could not wash my hair because I would never get the soap out. Parking pad is dirt and weeds. Limited picnic tables. No fire pits. No propane. The train is across the road and loud horns. The last train we heard was 10p and it rain approximately every 40 minutes. Cash only to pay for site-$45 for 30 amp. The sunset was beautiful.
- JJeannie R.Scout
Packer Lake Campground
Dirty, not maintained small lake
There were wrecked cars at the edge of the water, both sides of the “lake” are not much bigger than a pond.
We left and drove on!
- sshirley D.Guide
Pioneer Park
Pioneer Park
This is an awesome city park. Water and electric on concrete pads. Good spacing between sites. Clean and open. Nice to walk about the whole area. Concrete bean bag toss games and about 5 horseshoe pitches. Bring your own toys. Basketball court and kids playground as part of the whole park. Dump station is easy to get to. Would definitely be back. This is a first come first serve park. But we had no problems getting a nice site.
- CChris A.Guide
Jeske’s Over The Hill Campground
Great Overnight Stop
Pros
-Wifi
-Sewer hookups
-Water
-Pull through sites
-Nice owner
Cons
-Unlevel sites
My friends and I stayed here for a night as we were headed out towards Yellowstone. The owner was great and one of the employees helped make an extra accommodation for us since all of the spots were full. We stayed in June of 2023 and as of that time they were still in the process of hooking electricity up to about 20 or so new sites. He mentioned putting a stage in as well for entertainment. I think this is going to be a great place to stay once he has everything completed.
- aaly E.Guide
Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
Nearby train tracks
Really easy campsite off of I-80. Easy to navigate in the dark and flat dirt roads (Masada CX-5). The lake is a hot spot for many different birds and a beaver so no shortage of wildlife. The trains kept me awake until 10:30 and started again at 6am. The campsites that I saw all have picnic tables, fire pits, and BBQ. I felt very safe as a solo female.
The wildlife make dealing with the train worth it, would stay again.
- RRobert R.Guide
Robidoux RV Park
Nice And Green, Super Easy In and Out.
Very large sites, spaced well away from neighbors. Grounds are meticulously kept. Would have stayed here longer, but it was 100 degrees in the shade!
- MMorgan G.Scout
Oliver Reservoir State Recreation Area
Nice quiet area
We stayed overnight with no issue. Roads were fine for our class A. Two turnarounds and spacious spots available.
- Felicia M.Traveler
Robidoux RV Park
Quiet park
Nice, quiet park with roomy campsites. Nice grass, large trees providing some shade depending on sun location. Bunnies. Nice view of rock formations. Trains heard in the distance. Not sure about bathroom cleanliness as we didn't use them. Spots are semi level. Not many people here.
- TTina B.Scout
Bayard City Park
Quiet gem in a near ghost town
Hidden gem! This quiet little park is nestled back in a residential area and backs up to beautiful farmland. Three electrical/water sites are located on gravel across from the City park. The park has lush green grass, trees, small playground and pool. You can stay two nights for free, additional nights for a fee. The town of Bayard has very little to offer. Many of the businesses have closed down. This campground is great for visiting nearby Chimney Rock and Scott’s Bluff National Monument.
Duncan G.
Legend
Peaceful Prairie Campsites - Gering, Nebraska
Better Value for RV's Available Nearby
I was charged $50 for this below average electric only hookup for my truck camper. There is a county RV park about two miles away that has full hookups with a bath house and nice spacing for less money. There is an area on their corn farm where they added some gravel and three 50 amp connections. Apparently, they offer boondocking on the prairie above the farm, but I was not offered that. They did a mediocre job of preparing the sites and they are just not very attractive. See photos. Their website says they can accommodate a big rig, but I would not drive one into such a tight space. Lisa the host was very gracious and accommodating but I would not return because of the lack of value in their pricing.
- Shannon G.Legend
Riverside Park Campground
Good place to stop over
This campground is in the city park right next to the zoo so you can hear the peacocks screaming. Says you must reserve ahead of time online but it must be done before 12 hours prior. We need to make a stop because of pouring rain so called the number and spoke with camp host. They said they would send a confirmation by email but never got one. We didn’t get any code to the bathroom or any information at all. Even called the next morning to remind them but still got nothing. All sites are full hook ups and have benches and fire ring. There is a playground and picnic area next to the area along with walking/hiking paths. In the park there is a nice size dog run/agility area. For the price it was a good place to stop for the night but wish we would have gotten some info
- eeugenia W.Guide
Robidoux RV Park
Huge rv spots, gorgeous view!!
Pulled in and found the office, found our reservation off the wall & made our way to our camping spot! Beautiful place….LOVED OUR VIEW!!
Sasha R.ScoutJeske’s Over The Hill Campground
Nice/Quiet Camping
We stayed for just one night. It was pretty nice, quiet place. It’s about a 7 minute drive from Black Canyon. The spot we choose was by the highway but didn’t keep us awake at night.
- SSigrid O.Guide
Peaceful Prairie Campsites - Gering, Nebraska
Shhhh…..Awesome!
We loved this experience, which is more than just camping. Lisa was exceptionally welcoming and helpful. The prairie is beautiful and the views of the bluff are spectacular! Horses and cows roam. Camping is in an open prairie…plenty of space. Port-o-potty is very clean and convenient. Water is available…cool fresh well water. Truly a magical spot!!!! Shhh…it’s amazing!
Chris C.Traveler
Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area
Wild hills state rec
This was a great little campground for a one night stop on the way to Colorado . Campground was clean and looks maintained . It was empty for us , however there are a limited number of established campsites . This campground has some great views and a few hiking trails . It sits behind the local gun range but there was no noise , and it’s set back far enough from the road so there zero traffic noise
- ppaul C.Guide
J & C RV Park
Well kept
Grounds just outside of Alliance off Hwy2. Quiet area, grounds maintained nicely with trees in most lots. Owner is very nice and a pleasure to talk to. Assisted with getting 40’ class A into spot. Full hook-ups in all sites. 30/50 amp. Overall nice place to stay a few days.
Boldt E.Guide
Butte View Campground
Lake is nice, campground could improve
We originally were planning on staying at West Wind, but our GPS couldn’t locate it at first and since it was late we just settled here. The reservable sites aren’t too bad being paved and somewhat near the bathrooms. However, the camping on the beach is not very well maintained. There was trash everywhere. People also pulled in at all hours of the night and when you are tent camping it’s not the best. The staff was friendly which is a plus. The showers cost $$$ which after paying $$ to both camp and park seems outrageous. If we go back we will more than likely try to stay at a different campground around the lake.
James H.GuideRobidoux RV Park
For me, the REAL Western Gateway
Easy to find-Easy to park-Easy to enjoy
Kevin H.GuidePioneer Park
Peaceful Park
Peaceful spot with electric, water, and restrooms for $20.
- BBeaGuide
Robidoux RV Park
Great Location
We stayed 2 nights at this campground. It was easy to get into with our big 5th wheel rig. There were a few paved level sites that were long enough. However they were not available when we booked a couple weeks ahead, so we were in the overflow section - Site 49. It was not at all level, and we had to rehitch and angle it because it couldn’t auto-level on such a steep site. But other than that it was a nice clean campground with sites not too close together.
Guide to Gering
Tent camping near Gering, Nebraska offers a chance to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the simplicity of outdoor living. With a few options available, campers can find unique spots to set up their tents and enjoy the great outdoors.
Tips for tent camping near Gering
- Consider visiting Packer Lake Campground, where you can enjoy a rustic experience, though be prepared for limited amenities like no drinking water or electric hookups.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- At Gotte Park, you can engage in local outdoor activities, making it a great spot for those looking to explore the surrounding area.
Features to look for in local campgrounds
- While camping at Packer Lake Campground, you can enjoy the freedom of having fires allowed, perfect for cozy evenings under the stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Gering, NE?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Gering, NE is Packer Lake Campground with a 1-star rating from 1 review.