Best Cabin Camping near Ogallala, NE

Cabin accommodations near Ogallala include rustic and modern options at several campgrounds within driving distance of Lake McConaughy. Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA offers cabin rentals with electricity and basic furnishings, while Little Thunder Campground provides cabins with proximity to white sandy beaches. McGreer Camper Park features cabin rentals on a working farm with access to indoor lounge areas and basic cooking facilities. Eagle Canyon Hideaway and Lone Eagle Canyon Campground both provide cabin options with varying amenities including electric hookups, drinking water, and shower access. "The bathrooms were very clean, nicely designed with a modern look," noted one visitor about the KOA facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Most cabins require reservations, particularly during summer months when Lake McConaughy attracts visitors. The KOA cabins typically feature more amenities than those at other locations, with access to pools, playgrounds, and dog walking areas when available. Eagle Canyon Hideaway operates seasonally from March 15 to November 30, while other locations like McGreer Camper Park remain open year-round. Pet policies vary by location, with most allowing pets but potentially charging additional fees. A visitor remarked that McGreer Camper Park offers "use of indoor lounge area, with basic cooking facilities" and provides "discount for cash."

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations - some provide only basic amenities while others offer more complete setups. Several campgrounds maintain small on-site stores for essential supplies. The Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA features a "little camp store" according to reviews, while Eagle Canyon Hideaway and Lone Eagle Canyon Campground both offer market facilities. Visitors staying at McGreer Camper Park can access nearby services via Interstate 80, which runs adjacent to the property. During peak summer season, advance planning for supplies is recommended as local stores may have limited inventory.

Best Cabin Sites Near Ogallala, Nebraska (6)

    1. Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA

    12 Reviews
    Ogallala, NE
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (308) 284-2415

    "The first thing to note is that there are two KOAs in Ogallala: one is right on the highway next to a truck stop, and then this one is about a mile off the highway, behind the truck stops."

    "I stayed at a tent site and it was small and very close to other campers (it’s like a parking lot in size and closeness), but I liked feeling a part of a community."

    2. Little Thunder Campground

    6 Reviews
    Ogallala, NE
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (308) 284-8800

    $25 - $30 / night

    "Primitive and electrical hook ups available. There's a combination restroom and shower facility and half of their 42 sites are reservable."

    "The campground is open all year, but the restroom isn't. The sites are not level but definitely doable. Not a lot of shade in the center of the loop. Most of the Lakefront sites do."

    3. McGreer Camper Park

    12 Reviews
    Big Springs, NE
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (308) 289-4137

    "Sites are gravel and pretty open with electricity. Has hot showers, laundry and a break/common room as well as a cabin."

    "Full hookups with electric, water, and sewer. The sun was setting as we pulled in and it was gorgeous!"

    4. Eagle Canyon Hideaway

    1 Review
    Lewellen, NE
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (308) 287-2673

    5. Lone Eagle Canyon Campground

    1 Review
    Lewellen, NE
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (308) 284-8800

    "RV, tent and cabins. Wi-Fi, small store, meals. Hiking trail nearby. www.eagle-canyon.com (308) 287-2673"

    6. Admirals Cove

    1 Review
    Ogallala, NE
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (308) 376-9009
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Cabin Reviews near Ogallala, NE

33 Reviews of 6 Ogallala Campgrounds


  • Ed B.
    Sep. 1, 2020

    Lone Eagle Canyon Campground

    Out of the way camping

    RV, tent and cabins. Wi-Fi, small store, meals. Hiking trail nearby.

    www.eagle-canyon.com (308) 287-2673

  • Donna H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA

    Nice clean campground in town

    The first thing to note is that there are two KOAs in Ogallala: one is right on the highway next to a truck stop, and then this one is about a mile off the highway, behind the truck stops. I did drive by the other one, which wasn't as nice.

    The park manager was a really sweet guy and very helpful. The park is clean, as are the restrooms and showers. There is a dog park on-site, but the park is large enough that it made for a good stroll with my pup. I would stay here again.

  • D
    Jun. 20, 2022

    McGreer Camper Park

    Just an overnight stop

    Campsite on a working farm. Sites are gravel and pretty open with electricity. Has hot showers, laundry and a break/common room as well as a cabin. This spot will win NO awards for views but for amenities, easy o/off interstate, cleanliness, and owners/hosts it can’t be beat. Was a great spot to stop rest get some sleep before traveling on.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 21, 2024

    Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA

    Perfectly Pleasant

    I stayed at a tent site and it was small and very close to other campers (it’s like a parking lot in size and closeness), but I liked feeling a part of a community. If you want some space though, it may not be for you (with tent camping that’s all they have). Big plus for me since it was so cold and windy, was that the restrooms and office were right next to me. They also offered to leave firewood that I wanted in my site, and in case of rain ended up setting it inside at the registration lobby since I came after office hours. One staff member checked to make sure I found everything okay and I appreciated that. They have a K-9 enclosure for a bit of pupper exercise, a playground, and a pool when it is in season. Not much of a view anywhere but they have cool old pioneer wagons all around so that was neat. No complaints and if it weren’t so windy I would have really enjoyed having a cozy site near possible new friends.

  • Kelly B.
    Aug. 18, 2020

    Eagle Canyon Hideaway

    Average at best

    Campground is in decent shape and does offer amenities. Lots of cabins. We stayed in a Class C RV. Supposed to be very near the lake but the level was so low it was far away and inaccessible by walking. It was the reason we chose to stay here. The staff are friendly. The little store is decent. WiFi is a joke. Cell service is spotty at best. Half the camp sites are taken by locals who pay to keep their camper here all season along with all their toys and junk. Some teenagers showed up to stay in one across from us one night and sat outside blasting music till late. Next night kids running and screaming around the park till after midnight the first night. Then we are sitting outside one afternoon and the lawn mower dude runs right through our site within inches of us spewing dust all in our camper that had the windows open. We would not stay here again.

  • Connor M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 30, 2024

    Little Thunder Campground

    Sandy beaches, starry skies, summer heat

    We stayed one night at "Big Mac" on July 6th on our way out to Colorado in beach area 12. We were able to pull right up to the shore. There was a heat wave coming through so it was very hot. The bathrooms (In our spot they were just biffy's) are a bit of a walk from the spot we were at. 

    We had 3 setups, a roof top tent, inside the 4runner and a ground tent. All parties slept pretty happily including a 6 year old. We cooked right on the beach and had a campfire. 

    Towards midnight we saw some amazing stars that the pictures I included don't do justice. We would stay here again but I would caution anyone coming here to bring some sun screen and ensure you drink a lot of a water. There are some tent spots among the trees that provide more shade.

    If you're from a state (Like we are from MN) with lots of beaches and Lakes, it's really "just ok". Don't get me wrong, It's cool you can camp right on the beach and it's probably the most exciting place to be in Nebraska, but that's not saying much.

  • Daniel  B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2016

    Little Thunder Campground

    Ranger Review: Xero Umara Z-Trail Sport Sandal at Little Thunder Campground

    Campground Review: A great place for beach goers and those that want to take advantage of the huuuge Lake McConaughy for boating and fishing, as most campers have something with them for their aquatic adventures. There's boat load ramps. The campgrounds are large too. 4 stars since ground plots for primitive camping didnt offer much cover. Primitive and electrical hook ups available. There's a combination restroom and shower facility and half of their 42 sites are reservable. There's also a basic jungle gym for kids in the center of the grounds. Within the State Rec Area, this is a good site for access to the lake and if you need the electrical hook ups, and probably the best bet for anyone with kids so bathrooms are close by. Of course, you are steps from beach, so if that's your thing you'd be well served here.

    Gear Review: The Xero Umara Z-Trail Sport is designed to be a lightweight performance sandal and I wholeheartedly agree. As a Dyrt Ranger, I get products to test and review in the field, and I've had these on my feet for about 3 weeks now. They're so light you'll forget you're wearing them, and the comfort is hard to ignore. I've done everything in them from hikes in the Rocky Mountains to cruising the urban concrete. Performance: The tread has serious grip. Doing descents on mountain trails in these wont keep your feet from getting dirty, but it will keep them on the ground and not above your head because you slipped. The thin sole allows for you to massage your feet on curved rocks too, so yeah - Bonus. These aren't my first choice running shoes, but barefoot-style runners have totally found their holy grail. I ran along the beach with them in the morning and it was awesome because it felt like I was running on the sand but I knew I was getting better support at the same time.
    Fit: I highly recommend using the size guide online. If you're going to be really active (runners and hikers), your feet will swell slightly so give yourself some room to play with. The straps against my skin were great (probably because they use a process where there's no edge seams rubbing against you), easy to adjust, and there's a flexible loop to put any excess strap through so you're not tripping over yourself. Clever design too because your foot sits in a slight footbed well, rather than on top of a total flat piece of material, so your foot is well 'cushioned'. Verdict: Great sandal for around camp and on the trails. I've hesitated about taking a second pair of shoes for use around campgrounds because of the weight it would add to my pack, but not only are these roll-able so it makes packing easy (or lash them to your pack with a caribiner) but now, my second-pair shoes are so light, why wouldn't I? The grip means foraging for firewood or exploring around camp are no concern. My belongings seem to be just as accident prone as myself, and so far they're up to the task. The value with the Xero Umara Z-trail Sport is totally there. Check out the sandals here. Men's and Women's sizes available. https://xeroshoes.com/shop/ready-to-wear-barefoot-sandals/ztrail-men/

  • Nancy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 19, 2021

    Little Thunder Campground

    White Sandy Beaches

    The campground is open all year, but the restroom isn't. The sites are not level but definitely doable. Not a lot of shade in the center of the loop. Most of the Lakefront sites do. There is a great playground. Showers are by token. Beautiful white sandy beaches close by. In Lake McConaughy RA you can camp anywhere within the state park for $12, it doesn't have to be an actual site!  So lots of people camped on the beach along the water. Probably very quiet and pleasant and budget friendly.

  • Amy E.
    May. 24, 2022

    Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA

    Great stopover overnight stop

    This was a great overnight stopover. Very nicely maintained campground. The bathrooms were very clean, nicely designed with a modern look. Tiny off leash K9 park for dogs. Snug campground surrounded by corn fields. The hum of the highway can be heard but isn’t bad at all. We would definitely stay here again. Hosts were very kind. We didn’t love that we were placed super close to others, nor did we live that the one tent campers were right next to us facing our sitting area when there were so many open spaces with better privacy with same site-types, and we arrived late enough in the day that choice offerings to others would not have mattered…but, KOA does charge an upcharge for site selection so perhaps the snug assignments are by design? First KOA experience. Overall we were pleased.


Guide to Ogallala

Cabin camping near Ogallala, Nebraska provides access to Lake McConaughy's 22 miles of shoreline and sandy beaches. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and cold winters that can drop below freezing. Water levels at Lake McConaughy fluctuate seasonally, affecting beach access and water activities at several cabin rental locations.

What to do

Beach activities: Lake McConaughy offers white sandy beaches where cabin campers can swim, sunbathe, and build sandcastles. Brooklyn P. notes about Little Thunder Campground: "Amazing view, nice bath house, close to the water. We will go back 💯."

Playground time: Children's play areas are available at several campgrounds within 20 minutes of Ogallala. At Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA, Busy C. shared: "We spent one night here. Our kids were entertained by the pool, jumping pad, etc. Quiet at night. Bathrooms were clean."

Stargazing: Clear Nebraska skies provide excellent night viewing opportunities from cabin locations. Connor M. remarked about Little Thunder Campground: "Towards midnight we saw some amazing stars that the pictures I included don't do justice."

Walking trails: Short hiking paths are available at several cabin campgrounds. Katelyn H. mentioned about Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA: "They have a K-9 enclosure for a bit of pupper exercise, a playground, and a pool when it is in season."

What campers like

Clean facilities: Modern bathrooms are a standout feature at several cabin locations. Kara P. shared about Eagle Canyon Hideaway: "The bathroom and shower facilities were so wonderful - very clean and nice to use! We also appreciated them only being accessible by keycode."

Quiet atmosphere: Peaceful evenings are frequently mentioned despite proximity to highways. JC noted: "Well maintained and organized. Campsites appear close but you aren't aware of your neighbors. Signs clearly give directives and we were led to our campsite."

Convenient locations: Easy highway access makes cabin camping near Ogallala practical for travelers. Zachary H. commented: "The layout was effective for departure in the morning as well. We even walked to the DQ about a 15 minute walk away."

Indoor amenities: Some cabins offer access to indoor spaces and kitchen facilities. Robert T. said about McGreer Camper Park: "Great facilities. Use of indoor lounge area, with basic cooking facilities. Discount for cash. Highly recommended."

What you should know

Seasonal operations: Check opening dates as operating seasons vary significantly. Eagle Canyon Hideaway operates March 15 to November 30, while McGreer Camper Park remains accessible year-round for cabin rentals.

Bathroom access: Distance to facilities varies by cabin location. Mark H. noted about Admirals Cove: "Bathroom at boat launch was open in the morning," indicating facilities may be at some distance from cabins.

Reservation requirements: Book early during summer months when Lake McConaughy attracts peak visitors, especially for holiday weekends.

Weather considerations: Prepare for temperature extremes as Nebraska weather can change quickly. Nancy C. shared: "The campground is open all year, but the restroom isn't. The sites are not level but definitely doable."

Tips for camping with families

Swimming safety: Water depths at Lake McConaughy vary dramatically, and no lifeguards are present at most beaches. Bring life jackets for children.

Insect protection: Biting flies can be problematic, especially at farm-adjacent cabins. Robin B. shared about McGreer Camper Park: "Though we didn't see many cows, the flies definitely know they are there! Oh my! We jokingly said 'they're raising flies!!!' And they were BITING flies."

Entertainment options: Bring indoor games for hot afternoons. Kelly B. mentioned about Lone Eagle Canyon Campground: "RV, tent and cabins. Wi-Fi, small store, meals. Hiking trail nearby."

Shade availability: Limited tree cover exists at some cabin locations. Cathy F. noted: "Downside is the lack of shade. The friendly camp kitty greeted us when we arrived."

Tips from RVers

Site spacing: Cabin proximity varies significantly between locations. Amy E. mentioned: "We didn't love that we were placed super close to others, nor did we love that the one tent campers were right next to us facing our sitting area when there were so many open spaces with better privacy."

Connectivity concerns: Cell service and WiFi can be unreliable. Doug W. shared: "The Wifi went down during our stay but Verizon is a full 4 bars so not big deal for us."

Noise levels: Highway sounds are noticeable at some locations but generally not disruptive. Kelly B. wrote: "Not far from I-80 but just enough that it is very peaceful and quiet."

Amenity verification: Confirm exact hookup availability before booking. Joshua E. warned: "They say full hookups, but there is no sewer. The sites are small and not well divided (basically electric boxes)."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Ogallala, NE is Ogallala Tri-Trails KOA with a 4.8-star rating from 12 reviews.

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