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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near McCook, NE

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Karrer Park in McCook permits pets with free electric hookups for camping. The well-maintained city park offers first-come, first-served camping with a 3-day stay limit, making it convenient for travelers with dogs. Red Willow Reservoir State Recreation Area and Willow View Campground also welcome pets throughout their facilities. Most campgrounds near McCook accommodate tent and RV camping, with some sites providing full hookups. Cambridge City RV Park, located approximately 25 miles east, allows pets and features a sheltered area with large trees. Everything is well maintained and beautiful at these pet-friendly locations, with some campgrounds offering grassy areas ideal for dog walking. Campgrounds near McCook are listed with photos on The Dyrt.

Medicine Creek State Recreation Area allows pets throughout its well-kept grounds and camping areas. The park features trails suitable for dog walking, including Lake Bottom Trail and several other mowed paths that provide exercise opportunities for pets. Shady Bay Campground within Medicine Creek SRA offers pet-friendly accommodations with clean facilities and easy access to water. Both Spring Canyon Campground at Swanson Reservoir SRA and Oberlin-Sappa State Park permit pets, though amenities vary between locations. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area, requiring proper leash control for pets. During summer months, temperatures can reach over 100 degrees, making water access important for pets. Most campgrounds enforce standard pet policies including leash requirements, waste cleanup, and keeping pets attended at all times.

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48 Reviews of 26 McCook Campgrounds

  • Shannon C.
    May. 15, 2021

    Willow View Campground — Red Willow Reservoir SRA

    Great Over night trip for locals

    Super clean bathrooms (no sinks but do have hand sanitizer) easy lake/reservoir access. Nice fire pits, well kept sites, swings for kids, pet friendly !

  • J
    Aug. 2, 2019

    Karrer Park

    Nice little stop while traveling!

    We found this nice little city park in McCook, NE which allows camping and has free electric hook-ups, and restrooms. There are only 7 spaces but the park is well maintained. There is no reservations it’s a first come first serve. There is a 3 day limit on your stay. It was a great stopping point for anyone needing a quick stop. There are trees surround the park and a little river running beside the park. The even had LIGHTENING BUGS !!

  • Pam G.
    Aug. 13, 2019

    Karrer Park

    Great free stop

    Nicely kept roadside campground with grass and trees. Electric hookups (very nice in Nebraska summer). Lots of dragonflies to eat the mosquitoes. Airport across the street and railroad behind to mix with road noise. A little far to walk back to town for dinner. But local stopped by an said we should go to Fuller’s for breakfast (5 egg omelette).

  • Tommy S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2020

    Oberlin-Sappa State Park

    Odd free campground

    This state park/campground is definitely.. unique. Following GPS directions to this camping area led us into the park and to a locked gate. Drive beyond the gate and there's an open field to the left with one official 'campsite'. Continue to drive past, following the road around for about 1-2 minutes, and you arrive to the "campground" / "Frisbee golf course", where there's 10 spots, I believe, and a donation based toilet. 

    There was someone set up at the single site in the open field, but the campground was empty. There were hookups that didn't look like they functioned. Since there were blue signs with "camping" written on them, and arrows pointing to the open field, we pulled our van along the back behind some trees, where there was a cute spot with a picnic table, and access to "Lake Bottom Trail" which really looked like a mowed path around a hunting ground. There was also another trail or two in the area, but we did not explore them.

    The air was filled with tiny black flies (though harmless) but dozens and dozens got caught in my arm, head, and leg hairs, and it was quite frustrating, but again they were quite small and harmless, but that was my main issue with the location. 

    Locals drove by a few times, as it seemed farmland and some houses are accessed through the park. The town of Oberlin has very limited food/supplies.

  • K
    Aug. 31, 2016

    Prairie Dog Campground — Prairie Dog State Park

    Ok, not too exciting

    Super flat landscape, very short walking trail, main attraction is fishing, less wildlife than I expected. Quite a few campsites to choose from, some with more trees than others. We chose a primitive one. Also some new modern cabins. Ok place to stop over, I wouldn’t return but others seemed happy with it. And yes, you will definitely see prairie dogs :)

  • Kim H.
    Oct. 15, 2023

    Atwood Lions Club Park

    Nice with FHU

    Gravel, level sites. Short walk to the convenience store to get key to unlock the utilities box and pay for the site (check or cash only). Beautiful lake with walking path just over a mile around.

  • Fran S.
    Mar. 23, 2021

    Enders Reservoir State Recreation Area

    Golf and Boating. Who would have think it!

    This evening, my husband and I are camped out on the beach at Champion Lake in Enders State Recreation Area, Nebraska. 

    We chose the campground at the left of the major Reservoir campground, which is the Dam Campground. It has 2 sections to it. You can actually camp on the beach at this one, but it is primitive camping. $10 a night. There is a dump station, and a potable water pump. 

    Permits are required, but your money envelope (deposit receipt) is your permit, if you are not local. We are staying 2 nights. 

    Oh yes . The golfing. Well, there is a golf course across the road from the campground. I didn't get to check it out, but you can, if you are interested. I'll update if I can. Internet isn't that great on Verizon here.

  • Lynn G.
    Jul. 1, 2017

    Branded Cedar Campground — Prairie Dog State Park

    Simple State Park

    There are a number of loops here, we chose one with a lot of trees. There are some without water (fyi) and some that don’t allow RVs.

    Yay: Lots of fishing, very short “trail” but nice for just simple relaxing on your road trip.

    Nay: pretty much only prairie dogs to see here...

    Surprise: crazy storms rolling over the plains! The caretakers were very nice and had recommendations for all kinds of things along our route (including amazing pie).

Guide to McCook

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

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Pet owners like the amenities offered

  • Medicine Creek State Rec Area provides electric hookups, making it convenient for pet owners who need to charge devices for their furry companions.
  • The well-maintained grounds at Cambridge City RV Park offer plenty of shade and space for pets to roam and relax.
  • With a three-day stay limit, Karrer Park is perfect for a short getaway with your pet, allowing you to explore the area without feeling rushed.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near McCook, NE is Karrer Park with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.

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