Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Loup City, NE

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Loup City, NE (36)

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Loup City

188 Reviews of 36 Loup City Campgrounds


  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Grand Island KOA
    Nov. 21, 2024

    Grand Island KOA

    Eek

    We ended up choosing this spot as I’m assuming we’re “off season” as many other surrounding places were closed to camping this time of year. This place looks like it has a lot of time time campers. The sites are tight, like right on top of each other. The office closed early but they had the information outside.

    The bathrooms were clean and warm. The playground was taped off with caution tape.

    This was an overnight stay, the traffic is loud but not overwhelming.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from John D. Sims Memorial Park
    Oct. 9, 2024

    John D. Sims Memorial Park

    Perfect place with necessary amenities

    We love that lots of small towns in this area offer camping at ball fields, etc. There are bathrooms and showers! The hot water in ladies does work, just adjust NOT to hottest setting. Only ones camping. Trains were close and often, but you somehow get used to it.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kearny SRA
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Fort Kearny SRA

    Quiet nice Campground

    Very inexpensive, convenient, nice place to stay for a layover. It's a first come basis with I believe 22 RV sites. They have a dump, clean bathrooms with hot showers(which super clean), a playground for the kids and a couple of walking/hiking trails nearby. The very long Cerro Gordo County trail is close to 50 miles long. Believe the cost was only $15 on our summer early September rate and drops to $10 basically in October for a few months, which includes a small fire pi, tabke, and electric! I'll just say a gem of a simple place.

  • Melia S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Wildlife Management Area
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Blue Hole Wildlife Management Area

    Sketchy

    My husband and I had a freaky experience here and I wouldn’t want it to happen to anyone else. Around 4:30 AM a car pulled in quietly and parked right next to our van (even though there were other camping spots available). The only reason we woke up was because our dog started barking and freaking out. A guy was outside smoking and putting some things in a bag. We started up the RV and dipped as fast as we could. It’s a shame because it was a nice, convenient, peaceful spot otherwise. Be careful!

  • Justin S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Union Pacific State Rec Area
    Aug. 12, 2024

    Union Pacific State Rec Area

    Primitive but quaint

    It is more of a fishing area for the locals than anything but it is open and you can camp. There are no marked sites. A local told me when they come here they just park in the grass anywhere and pay the fee. There is a vault toilet and "modern restrooms" (thr vault toilet is cleaner) but no showers as The Dyrt describes. There is a water sticker at the brick building on your left as you enter. You'll get a little interstate noise and distant train horns, but nothing that earplugs cannot fix. Nice place to pull off and sleep for the nights without utilities.

  • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kearny State Recreation Area
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Fort Kearny State Recreation Area

    Easy spot to stay!

    Pulled in at night - was easy to get a spot. Very relaxing campground set against old growth trees. Beautiful pastures and some fishing ponds. Sites seemed pretty level. Right off highway but peaceful and quiet. Needs a little upkeep in terms of mowing the grass and cleaning trash up from the ponds.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Victoria Springs  State Rec Area
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Victoria Springs State Rec Area

    Quiet rural stop in middle of nowhere - Nebraska

    The sites are mostly level and well groomed grass with 2 new concrete handicap spots. The 30 amp and 50 amp power was proper voltage and dependable. Access to clear line of site to south for Dish or Directv is difficult due to heavy tree population. Non-Nebraska resident requires $14 pass in addition to the $30 fee with electric.  Potable water is available and dump station is easily accessible with a rinse water source. Ingress and egress is good with gravel road surfaces in park. The restrooms and showers are very clean and accessible.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cuzn Eddyz Campground
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Cuzn Eddyz Campground

    Easy and No Frills

    I have come to realize that my wife and I do not need much from the campground itself for an overnight stay, but….

    Cuzn Eddyz is perfect for an overnight stay. There is a gas station sitting right next to the campground so fuel and snacks are no problem.

    FHU, what else do you need?

    I do not use many, but the bathhouse was very clean and comfortable. I did not look for the laundry.

    Maybe WiFi? We ended up using our phone hotspot and had plenty of cell phone reception.

    **thanks for the reply, it was probably a lack of patience. I tried to connect my tv but it did not seem to want to. Probably my fault. You have a nice campground.

    The Wind Turbin Crews use this campground. No big deal, makes perfect sense. There were folks outside and we briefly spoke to a few. Very friendly.

    If i travel through the area again I will stay on this property if it works.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Firefly Meadows
    Jul. 18, 2024

    Firefly Meadows

    Fine for overnight

    No frills camping for one overnight is exactly what we needed, and what we got. Bathhouse itself was nice and clean, but needed a little maintenance, at least on the women’s side. No playground or amenities besides the bathhouse and laundry. Some kids fishing at the pond were catching small fish. Right off of I-80, next to a large Pilot truck stop with Subway.

  • Mary T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Grand Island KOA
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Grand Island KOA

    On top of neighbors

    Great campground other that you are on top of your neighbors. Thought we might not be able to open our awning, only about 3 to 4 feet between sites. Loved a lot of restrooms. Pool was nice. If you are tent camping great sites.

  • Matt H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Victoria Springs  State Rec Area
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Victoria Springs State Rec Area

    Sandhills Stopping Point

    Decided to cut our drive in half by staying here on our way to Smith Falls. It was a Monday night but it was very quiet other than the hum of the mosquitos!

    -Side note: the vault bathrooms were a whole lot cleaner than some of our past experiences at other State Parks

  • Kalab R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kearny State Recreation Area
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Fort Kearny State Recreation Area

    An escape thats worth it

    First time at this park. 6/30/24. You roll in the staff are friendly to help. The park is quiet, plenty of room for your site. Its deffinetly a good stay if traveling through.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Victoria Springs  State Rec Area
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Victoria Springs State Rec Area

    Great Spot with Lots of Trees

    Great spot with lots of trees and good sized sites. I arrived on a Sunday afternoon and they were only half full & by night only a few more people came. Bugs were pretty bad. Unfortunately a bad storm moved in so we weren’t able to enjoy the evening. The trees kept us protected from the wind and hail. Would come back again!

  • Jennifer T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ravenna Lake State Recreation Area
    May. 28, 2024

    Ravenna Lake State Recreation Area

    Pleasant Stay

    The only way to reserve a site is through camp spot and we have a little trouble with that because it did not let me pick my site number. We arrived Friday evening on Memorial weekend and it was crowded. The campsite is great on the pocketbook but you have to pay a $10 fee to lock in your site and I am so glad we did! There was only three other empty spots in the entire campground and they were all marked reserved when we got there. The campground was pretty busy We were a little disappointed in our site because it was very small and kind of sandwiched between two big campers so not a lot of privacy and not a lot of room. There were a lot of people fishing and kayaking and a lot of dogs. There are showers and bathrooms but they are up near the entrance to the campground although they did have porta potties near the campsites. Although the grounds were well maintained the grass was mowed there was volleyball net setup disc golf available a pet exercise area the fountain was beautiful and shady in most areas. We would probably return on a non-holiday weekend when it's not so busy.

  • Gabriel H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coot Shallows WMA
    May. 11, 2024

    Coot Shallows WMA

    Good for a day

    It's a small park with a pond that you can fish at. We were the only campers in for the day and honestly probably wouldn't be great for tents. There are 3 pull outs that you can put in an RV or camper but not much else to this place.

  • John D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bassway Strip State Wildlife Area
    Feb. 22, 2024

    Bassway Strip State Wildlife Area

    Does the job but not nice.

    Like others have said, it’s right next to the interstate so you hear traffic and truckers all night. I spent 2 nights here in February in a tent. It wasn’t nice but it was a place to sleep while in town for a class.

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Windmill State Rec Area
    Oct. 27, 2023

    Windmill State Rec Area

    Clean well maintained and easy stop

    Nice trail around the outside that wove in and out of the trees for dog walking. Otherwise, I'm in an RV so no road noise. One caution for Verizon users who want to work during the day, the wireless is slow. Great after traffic slows but completely unworkable otherwise.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Wildlife Management Area
    Oct. 10, 2023

    Blue Hole Wildlife Management Area

    Ok for a free overnight

    This is a small area with a pond just off the interstate. A little sketchy but not quite as sketchy as some of the other wildlife management areas on this stretch of I-80 (and I stopped at 3 before this one and decided to keep moving until I got here). A bit trashed, but not horrible. Constant sound of the interstate. Some light local use of the road and of the pond for fishing. I wouldn't make this a destination, but for a one night needed rest stop it's ok.

  • Hillary J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wood River West State Wildlife Management Area
    Oct. 6, 2023

    Wood River West State Wildlife Management Area

    Great overnight spot when traveling cross country!

    We stopped here just to sleep when traveling across the country. It was easy to find and a relatively quiet spot. You could hear some road noise but I didn’t find it to bad. Nice views in the full moon! There is a pretty strong farm smell so just be prepared for that!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Hole Wildlife Management Area
    Sep. 13, 2023

    Blue Hole Wildlife Management Area

    Good for a night

    Stayed for a night passing through on the way to Colorado. There were a few spots. I took the first one across the pond. I was the only one on a Tuesday night. Super close to a gas station. Can hear and see cars from highway which didn’t bother me. Some trash in the woods and a few carcasses.

  • Landon C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Kearny State Recreation Area
    Aug. 22, 2023

    Fort Kearny State Recreation Area

    Peaceful camp just off the interstate

    This is a great campground with lots of shade and amenities. The showers require coins to operate, so make sure you bring $1 bills for the coin machine if you don’t have quarters. Half of the campsites are first come first serve, but we had no problem getting a site late at night.

    Note that you have to pay for both the campsite itself and for a motor vehicle permit. It seemed a little steep to me because we had to stay for two nights, and the total came out to $74. Maybe I’m just cheap.

    There are lots of playgrounds for kids. Also the campground host is situated next to a free bike rental stand. You can take a bike for free and ride around the whole campsite at any time. Pretty cool!

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wood River West State Wildlife Management Area
    Aug. 22, 2023

    Wood River West State Wildlife Management Area

    Super Convenient

    Stopped here to sleep for the night on a cross-country road trip. It’s a gravel road right off I-80; farmland surrounded the camping spot and it was pretty private. No facilities so be prepared to pack out what you pack in.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pressey State Wildlife Area
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Pressey State Wildlife Area

    1 night stay

    Very peaceful location and almost all “primitive” camping spots are right along the water. Did see about 5 trailers there as well and saw two spots with electricity.

    The “primitive” spots were well maintained and a lot of them had fire pits and tables as well as left over firewood. They were all well shaded as well.

    There are two outhouse style bathrooms, a swing set, merry-go-round and monkey bars.

    Great place for young kiddos.

    Signs posted stated free camping for up to 14 days.

    We stayed at the last spot at the end of the road and didn’t have a single neighbor so it was nice and secluded.

    There is an integrity stand where you can buy bundles of wood for $5.


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Guide to Loup City

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Loup City, Nebraska, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Ravenna Lake State Recreation Area

  • This campground offers a welcoming environment for pets, with features like drinking water and picnic tables for a comfortable stay.
  • Visitors appreciate the well-maintained grounds, which include areas for fishing and kayaking, making it a great spot for active pets.
  • The campground allows campfires, perfect for cozy evenings with your pet by your side.

Pet owners like John D. Sims Memorial Park

  • Located in Mason City, this park provides essential amenities like drinking water and electric hookups, ensuring a convenient camping experience.
  • The peaceful atmosphere is ideal for relaxing walks with your dog, despite the nearby train noise that you can get used to.
  • With flushing toilets and showers available, pet owners can enjoy a comfortable stay while keeping their pets happy.

Tips for camping with dogs near Loup City

  • Consider staying at Trade Winds, where pets are allowed, and you can enjoy the marina for food and supplies while your dog explores the shaded areas.
  • At Davis Creek Dam Campground, you’ll find a clean environment with plenty of space for your dog to roam and enjoy the outdoors.
  • Windmill State Recreation Area features large campsites with access to trails, making it a great choice for pet owners looking to hike and explore nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Loup City, NE?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Loup City, NE is Ravenna Lake State Recreation Area with a 3-star rating from 5 reviews.

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