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Nebraska City camping includes some solid options within a short drive. Lake Manawa State Park has big sites with full hookups that work well for RVs. You'll find Mahoney State Park Campground next to the Platte River, where campers can hike trails or fish. Ash Grove Campground gives a more basic camping experience with nice trails nearby. The campgrounds have different setups, so pick what matches your camping style. Kids like the playground at Lake Manawa State Park, and you can easily get to the water for swimming or boating. Mahoney State Park keeps their bathrooms and grounds in good shape, making it popular with families. Most roads to these camping areas stay in good condition, so cars and RVs can get there without problems. Winter sometimes brings snow that limits access to some sites. Many campers prefer spring and fall visits when temperatures stay comfortable. Summer gets pretty hot, so bring extra water and sunscreen. Before heading out, check if any campgrounds close during certain seasons. Tent and RV campers both have good choices around Nebraska City for spending time outdoors.
"Coming from MO, Nebraska is usually just a one night stop for us (as we head onto bigger and cooler states). We were happy to find this clean RV park near Nebraska City. Big, but quiet."
"Centrally located and walkable. There is a small lake close by that we walked the dogs too. Also 20 minute bike ride to GSR Casino. I appreciated the free filtered water dispenser in the office."
from $45 - $128 / night
Check Availability"Not many amenities but the bathrooms are clean and the trails are fantastic. The view is great from the side bluff train. Close to Nebraska city. Tent sites are not too close together."
"The hiking trails are not for bikes, and they have several different levels or skills levels. The look out was pretty cool as well. We will return, and do some more hiking."
from $15 - $110 / night
Check Availability"No more than a 1/2 mile outside the city, but still feels isolated. Great Lewis and Clark interactive museum and hiking about a 5 min drive away."
"This is a new park dedicated this year by the Nemaha NRD: sort of a multi-county natural resource agency found exclusively in Nebraska."
"Lots of sites but majority are on top of the hill away from the water."
from $27 / 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
Check Availability"A HUGE campground with around 250 total sites, with options ranging from walk-in camping tent-only sites to RV areas. There is a 3 decent-size lakes spread evenly across the grounds."
"I am sorry 😔 but I have nut yet been to any of Nebraska's Camping grounds your's well be the first."
from $15 - $35 / night
Check Availability"It is close to the highway and you can certainly hear it but it didn’t bother me, it’s kinda handy to have a place close to the highway when you’re just stopping for the night."
"This site is $0 is nice quite area right off main highway camp sites are first come first serve"
"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."
"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."
from $25 - $485 / night
Check Availability"Pleasant quiet environment other then nearby train. Location has 2 other RV campgrounds around the corner . It's a city park next to the expo center nice and clean . Pull in next to any hook up."
"The entrance was a little bit confusing. There is a pay box at the edge of the parking box. The bathrooms were locked, but being self contained, we wouldn't have used them."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"It’s awesome how you can get so close to the river there. There was also a covered table we were able to eat at and enjoy. It’s close to an area where you can put in at if you have a boat."
from $50 - $70 / night
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TravelerNice park, like alot nowadays lots of long term people. Bath and showers are fair. Laundry facilities are clean wit two washers and dryers. Wifi is poor can't get connected.
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.
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.
ScoutI called because there was no link to book and the RV park has closed. There is RV parking if you want to stay in the hotel, but the park with hookups is closed.
TravelerBeautiful city owned campground. 50 and/or 30 amp electric at all sites. No water hookups, but spigots are located throughout the park. No shower house, only pit toilets. However, at $20 a night a steal!
TravelerThis is actually the Windsor Cove Campground within Haworth Park in Belleview, Nebraska. It is an older campground but near the river, walking trails, and close to all the amenities of Nearby Omaha (aprox. 25 minutes to downtown). I visited in Mid May and the park was about 25 percent full. The camp host is great and I would definitely visit again.
TravelerStopped here for the night. Property has concrete pads, but shower rooms are inadequate. Won't stay here again.
Victorian Acres RV Park provides a well-maintained camping option close to Nebraska City, Nebraska. The park sits just minutes off Interstate 29, offering easy access for travelers passing through the region. Campsites around Nebraska City typically experience hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F and cold winters that can drop below freezing. Spring and fall camping delivers milder conditions with daytime temperatures between 60-80°F.
Hiking trails: Waubonsie State Park Campground offers scenic hiking options through the distinctive Loess Hills. "Trails are beautiful and quiet, with several scenic overlooks. Bikes are not allowed on trails. This was a perfect place to take my 12-year-old daughter hiking, and we will be back!" notes Jennifer M. The park features different difficulty levels for various hiking abilities.
Water recreation: Platte River State Park Campground offers paddle boat and kayak rentals for campers wanting to explore the water. "You can hike the many hiking trails to the mini waterfall, or Platte river. They have paddle boat and Kayak rentals. There is a splash park, shooting, archer ranges, horseback riding," explains Tony B.
Fishing opportunities: Duck Creek Recreation Area provides fishing access from multiple points including a paved jetty. "The lake is too small for any boat with more than a trolling motor (there is a boat ramp) and should be outstanding for a kayak or canoe. Fishing should be great here," writes Charles C.
Well-maintained facilities: Victorian Acres RV Park & Campground receives consistent praise for cleanliness. "This one was the nicest and cleanest campground we have been to yet. Everything was freshly manicured on the grounds. Everything was very clean and no trash whatsoever anywhere," reports Caleb L.
Riverside views: Campers appreciate the secluded spots near the Missouri River at Riverview Marina State Rec Area. "We camped right be the river and woke up to a beautiful sunrise. No more than a 1/2 mile outside the city, but still feels isolated," states Sara B., highlighting the proximity to both nature and urban conveniences.
Family-focused activities: Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground offers numerous activities for children. "There are so many activities from your typical hiking experience to spending the day at the water park to being able to take the family mini golfing," Camden O. explains, making it suitable for extended family stays.
Train noise: Several campgrounds near Nebraska City experience significant train disturbance. At Louisville State Recreation Area Campground, "This has the capability to be a great little state park, but and a huge one at that is at night the trains go by about every 17 minutes. The tracks run right get along the park," warns Justin R.
Primitive options: Charity Lake offers basic camping with minimal amenities. "This is a private, and quiet area. You almost get a vibe at first that your somewhere you shouldn't be. Than you get a look at that lake and forget about it," Tony B. mentions. The campground features primarily fire rings and an outhouse.
Reservation requirements: Many popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "This is a very nice state park. Not too expensive. The showers and bathrooms were nice and had decent room. If you are wanting a site here it would be best to reserve one there were not a lot to choose from when we got there just about every spot was reserved," advises Amy H. about Waubonsie State Park.
Playground access: Waubonsie State Park Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "Grew up camping and hiking here. Not many amenities but the bathrooms are clean and the trails are fantastic. The view is great from the side bluff train. Close to Nebraska city. Tent sites are not too close together," reports Emily M.
Wildlife awareness: Prepare for encounters with local wildlife, especially at dusk. "There are signs in the bathrooms warning of the raccoons. These signs are not exaggerating. We had a raccoon at our campsite trying to steal our food while we were there, like the raccoon was less than 10 feet from humans during mid-day," warns Danni A.
Budget options: Syracuse City campground provides affordable camping close to town. "Small Town with shops and restaurants. Pleasant quiet environment other than nearby train. Location has 2 other RV campgrounds around the corner. It's a city park next to the expo center nice and clean. Pull in next to any hook up. Donation box is $10," notes Crystal R.
Level sites: Bartlett Shores offers well-designed RV sites with full hookups. "This was a great place to stop over, easy on and off the highway. The pad was flat and there is FHU available. The neighbors are very friendly and helpful," mentions Sylvain G., though he notes some maintenance issues with fire pits.
Easy access: Victorian Acres provides straightforward entry for larger rigs. "Easy access from the highway. The staff and other campers were very friendly. Large sites, many with trees. Well landscaped with lots of green space. A little Highway noise but not too bad," comments Zach H.
Hookup locations: Syracuse City campground has numerous electrical hookup options. "There are truly electrical hookups just about everywhere and there are no marked sites that I could find. We just pulled off the road to an electrical station and plugged in," explains Tim D., noting that some 30-amp outlets may trip breakers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best campgrounds in Nebraska City?
Nebraska City offers several excellent camping options. Victorian Acres RV Park & Campground stands out as a clean, friendly option with green space and a great dog park, making it ideal for overnight stays. Riverview Marina State Rec Area provides a unique experience right on the banks of the Missouri River, though with limited shade. For those willing to venture slightly outside town, Duck Creek Recreation Area offers beautiful lakeside camping with opportunities to spot wildlife including pelicans, herons, and occasionally eagles.
How much does it cost to camp at Nebraska City campgrounds?
Camping costs around Nebraska City vary by facility type and amenities. At Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Campground, expect to pay state park fees which typically range from $20-35 per night for standard sites with electricity. Louisville State Recreation Area Campground offers multiple pricing tiers based on site amenities and location. For budget-conscious campers, nearby primitive sites at state recreation areas often cost $10-15 per night. Most Nebraska public campgrounds also require a state park entry permit, which runs about $6 for a day pass or $31 for an annual pass.
What amenities are available at Waubonsie campground near Nebraska City?
Waubonsie State Park Campground offers basic but well-maintained amenities. The campground features clean bathrooms and shower facilities. While not extensive in amenities, the park compensates with excellent hiking trails and stunning views from the bluff trail. The tent sites provide adequate space, though they can be somewhat close together, especially during busy summer weekends. The campground is conveniently located near Nebraska City for supplies. For those seeking more developed facilities, Little Rivers Edge provides a nearby alternative with additional amenities while still allowing visitors to disconnect from city life.
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