Best Glamping near Ponca, NE

Recent Glamping Reviews in Ponca

79 Reviews of 11 Ponca Campgrounds

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  Pat V.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 4, 2024

  Scenic Park

  Great spot close to everything

  We found the Scenic Park RV Campground when we were looking for a spot to stay close to Sioux City, IA for a sports event for our sons. We were extremely happy with this city run campground.

  The pads are in great shape. They offer full hookups. We did not have a full hookup site, but still had water, electric, and free cable tv. The view from our camper of the Missouri River and the Sioux City skyline was pretty great.

  The staff is friendly and welcoming. The location is quiet and everyone staying there seemed very nice as well. Will definitely be back when we’re up that way again next year.

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  James P.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 31, 2024

  Chief White Crane Recreation Area

  Calm and Peaceful

  Level blacktop sites. Flat campground. Fishing, playground, nice dump station. High tree canopy, large old growth trees. Aluminum picnic tables. Commercial fire rings (not an old truck wheel). Very nice, would camp here again.

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  Elizabeth D.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 16, 2024

  Scenic Park

  Close to river.

  Great place very dog friendly. Spots are spacious and on pavement. Close to the river for your fishing needs.

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  John R.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 13, 2024

  Scenic Park

  Beautiful city life in a park.

  Spacious site well cared for grounds. Close to everything in the city.

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  Marci S.

  Guide

  

  May. 13, 2024

  Clay County Park — Clay County

  Nice trail system, near river, well-kept

  Electric, water, and dump station available here. In the trees, shaded, and a short walk along a pleasant trail to the Missouri River. The trail system, which is accessible from campground, is great. We were in site 18, which is near the playground. In busier months, that part of the campground could get loud.

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  Fabian S.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 30, 2023

  Scenic Park

  Central Campground

  Very centrally located, well-kept complex, friendly and helpful staff, the restrooms and shower are very simple but clean.

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  Nicholas S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 15, 2023

  Yankton — Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

  Perfect for families with kids!

  We love coming to Lewis and Clark Recreation Area because it's clean and perfect for families! Clean beach, spacious spots for our 35' camper, and nice bathrooms and parks! Hiking options, clean water for swimming, beautiful dark skies with lots of stars. What's better?

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  Mary L.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 20, 2023

  Veterans Memorial RV Park

  Pretty sketchyThe

   there are some full hook ups hear the area around here is all torn up the road in is cobblestone so it’s real bumpy. The campground is really a mess. There’s nothing here except your hook ups and he’s used to having construction workers at 600 a month so he wants to charge me 40 bucks for absolutely no amenities. This used to be a city park but now it’s private ownership. I’ve stayed here before a year or so ago and it’s kind of a big mess but the hook ups work. 

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  Magdalena

  Guide

  

  Jul. 14, 2023

  Clay County Park — Clay County

  Surprising

  Was unsure because of a couple bad reviews. But the place was clean and peaceful, close to the beautiful Missouri River with opportunities for hiking and fishing. The stuff was pretty unfriendly but we didn’t had to deal much with them.

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  Tony K.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 6, 2023

  Clay County Park — Clay County

  Same great park with some recent changes!

  Clay County Park underwent some staffing and management changes at the beginning of last year. The whole area was thoroughly cleaned, trees trimmed, trails groomed, restrooms spiffed, etc.  Guest feedback on these changes was overwhelmingly positive and we expect further growth this season. 

  We've begun working closely with SD Game, Fish and Parks and they are a great partner. This season, we will be adopting their reservation platform for guests to register. We expect to continue making incremental improvements and are looking forward to the 2023 camping season.

  For additional information, please visit our Facebook Page (Clay County Park). We will be open for campers beginning Saturday April 15, 2023. Reservations can be made online at campsd.com or through the call center at 1-800-710-2267 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Follow the link and select "Make a reservation" tab. Reservations are accepted up to 90 days in advance of your arrival at the park.   **Camping reservations must be made before setting up on a campsite. 

  Clay County Park features 40 electric campsites, 8 tent sites, 1 cabin, a multi-use trail, picnic shelters, and a boat ramp. We look forward to seeing you at the park soon! Thank you.

  Park staff and volunteers did a great end of season cleanup and are now fine-tuning details for Summer 2023.

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  Elizabeth R.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 16, 2022

  Chief White Crane Recreation Area

  Perfect for families

  Our family liked this place so much that we actually changed our itinerary to stay an extra night. The kids and pets especially enjoyed it! There is a huge green space in the middle of the campground, and all around the campground are several fantastic playgrounds as well as a small beach and a dock. The sites didn't have full hookups but that worked fine for us because we snagged two sites right next to the water and bathroom/showers (and the playground!) The showers were much nicer than we expected for a state park. Lots of kids and families around, everyone was friendly and considerate. The sites were on the small side but since the price was reasonable for the amenities we didn't mind reserving two.

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  Maggie C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 19, 2022

  On-Ur-Wa RV Park

  Nice stopover

  This small campground is right off the interstate, easy to get to. It’s right by a small truck stop, but the noise was not bothersome at all. There is a small dog park for the pups. Bathrooms and showers are clean. One of our party is in a wheelchair and had no problem accessing the showers or bathroom. Hosts are very friendly. Sites are close, but for a one night stay that was just fine.

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  Amy J.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2022

  Cottonwood Campground

  Animals all around

  We stayed in a pull off the road spot. Next time I would choose a more secluded spot. There were bison and wild horses in the campground. It had nice views.

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  Warren W.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 22, 2022

  Cottonwood Campground

  Nice clean campground

  Good cell service with T-Mobile and ATT. Spacious park with lots of shade and some sites have waterfront views

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  Bronn B.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 21, 2022

  Little Sioux Park Campground

  Beautiful

  Amazing place

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  Michael S.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 17, 2022

  Scenic Park

  Nice park on the Missouri river

  Lots of historic places nearby. Right on the Lewis and Clark trail.

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  Sandra W.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 26, 2021

  Onawa-Blue Lake KOA

  There are better places

  Sites are very cramped. Staff less than friendly. Lake is nice, but shore needs maintenance and to have trees and brush cut back. Shower house is nice and clean. Does have full hookup.

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  Jen K.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 19, 2021

  Yankton — Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

  Beautiful, well maintained park

  This park has many campgrounds located throughout the park, cabins, boat docks, beaches, showers and large campsites. Well groomed green space, playgrounds and bike trails.

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  Ashley L.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 18, 2021

  Yankton — Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

  Beautiful!

  This is one of the most beautiful campgrounds I've been to! Clean, amazing water views, fun disc golf course. Hoping to visit again next summer and check out the beach.

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  Sandra W.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 18, 2021

  Yankton — Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

  Gavin's area

  Loved the location and very quiet. We had been told the pads weren't level, but ours was fine.
  Large black walnut trees, beware in autumn of falling walnuts. Woke up several times to loud thuds as walnuts hit roof.

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  Denise A.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 10, 2021

  Yankton — Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

  Lewis & Clark Recreational area

  Great place to camp!!! South Dakota has it right with making reservations! Nebraska is HORRIBLE!!! We quit the Nebraska State parks years ago! Putting in coins to take a shower?! Really?! South Dakota doesn’t do that!!! South Dakota State Parks ROCK!!!!!

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  Glenda

  Guide

  

  Oct. 3, 2021

  Scenic Park

  Loved this campground. Great view from campsites near river.

  We enjoyed this campground. We had a great view of river and lights of city. We were the only one in our loop so very quiet. The bathrooms were very clean but no soap provided which I thought was super unhygienic. No one carries soap on them all the time. Host was very helpful and friendly. The park is next to the YMCA and lots of walking biking paths along  the water.  WIFI very spotty.  Bugs were bad at night.

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  Heather M.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 26, 2021

  Yankton — Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

  Amazing overnight stop

  lovely, large, spacious and shaded! absolutely love this campground and plan to make this our new favorite getaway. Very large, clear and clean lake with many beaches and shady spots for relaxing and playing with kids and dogs

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  Stephanie S.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 5, 2021

  Scenic Park

  Nice quiet park

  Host was very friendly and helpful. They had some spots on the river. We stayed in a pull through that was very spacious with picnic table and fire pit. Spectated by trees so your not on top of your neighbor. Bathrooms and showers were very clean! Although no hand soap so bring your own. Showers were free and they had bikes you could check out to ride around. Park is super close to huge park with Tennis courts and other activities.

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  N I.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 27, 2021

  Cottonwood Campground

  Best of Both States

  Dates: April 15, 2021- October 17, 2021 October 17 2021– April 21, 2022

  Fees:$16.00$18.00 

  • RV dump station is located just north of Cottonwood Campground off of Toe Road.
  • 7 electrical sites
  • 2 modern Bath house/toilets
  • Trash
  • Water sites
  • Cell phone service
  • Drinking water 
  • Flush toilets
  • Grills/fire rings
  • Lake access
  • Paved roads
  • Paved sites
  • Pets allowed
  • Picnic tables
  • Playground
  • Security lights
  • Disc golf
  • Shade

  The Lewis and Clark Visitor Center: Contains exhibits on the Missouri River and area history including the Lewis and Clark Expedition with stunning views of Lewis and Clark Lake along with the Missouri River. Powerhouse Tours are available on weekends. Please contact the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center at (402) 667-2546 for more information.• The Gavins Point National Fish Hatchery and Aquarium• Visit nearby Yankton, South Dakota- the historic capitol of the Dakota Territory.• Located both upstream and downstream of Lewis and Clark Lake, visit the Missouri National Recreational River.

  •• Latitude• 42° 51' 31.0000" N • Longitude• 97° 28' 57.0000" W••

  From U.S. Hwy 81 in Yankton, South Dakota, drive four miles west on South Dakota Highway 52, then south on Dam Toe Road and follow signs

  .• Check-In Time is 4:00 P.M./ Check-Out Time is 2:00 P.M.

  All-Terrain Vehicles(ATVs/UTVs) and golf carts are not permitted.

  Quiet hours are 10:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M.

  Fireworks are prohibited.

  All pets must be on a leash of 6 feet in length or less. Pet waste must be picked up and properly disposed of promptly.

  Firewood Alert: Don't Move Firewood!• Due to the spread of invasive insects(such as Emerald Ash Borer(EAB)) firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect your forests by purchasing near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Firewood is not available for sale on-site, however several local businesses sell firewood a short distance away, see the campground host or attendant for more information.• Visit DontMoveFirewood.org for more information.

  For questions or to contact park staff, please call: 402-667-2546 or email: gavinspoint.nwo@usace.army.mil. U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS GAVINS POINT PROJECT OFFICE P.O. BOX 710 YANKTON, SD 57078 

  Physical Address U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND 198 TOE RD YANKTON, SD 57078 Phone Number

  For facility specific information, please call (402) 667-2546 

  Trails: There are at least 9 hiking trails on AllTrails that you will find around Lewis and Clark Recreation Area. Lewis and Clark has the best of both worlds since the lake borders South Dakota and Nebraska. That makes it easy to stay in your preferred state and location. In Yankton SD a great trail is the Chalk Bluffs Multi-Use Trail which is a 3.7 mile loop where you will find a lake and it is rated as moderate. Dogs are allowed but must be on leash. This trail is used for hiking, horses, mountain biking and birding and is accessible through out the year. There is a 3.8 mile lightly used round trip or one way out and back called Yankton South Shore Trail. Great for wildlife viewing and it is great for walking, hiking and just enjoying nature. 

  Fishing: Lewis & Clark offers many types of fish for all anglers out there, walleye, sauger, large and small mouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill. It depends on the season and temperature of the water as to what is biting.

   Boating: Boating goes hand in hand with fishing and as with all things there are rules and regulations. You will find all types of boats, speedboats, pontoon, kayaks and personal watercraft. Make sure and wear your life jacket anytime you are on the water– Stay Safe and Alive. Make sure you are aware of the rules and regulations for boating around a dam area.

  Another issue that has become an increasing problem is Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) which is spreading in the United States. There are different types of AIS and they are being spread by several methods. Boaters, of all types, help spread or help stop the spread by taking care of their watercraft. Before leaving a boat launch practice the CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY technique. Many states require an AIS permit before you place watercraft in the water. 

  Birding: Birding at Lewis & Clark is great for watching bald eagles. You can get a list from Niobrara State Park for birds found around the lake.

   Hunting: In season, of course, begins the Tuesday after Labor Day. White tailed deer, mourning dove, waterfowl and wild turkey, cottontail rabbits and squirrel. Make sure you follow all the regulations in the recreation area. 

  Winter sports: Adds a completely new option for recreation. When ice is thick enough the lake is open for ice fishing, skating and snowmobiles. Cross country skiing is also very popular. 

  Lewis & Clark Lake is formed from the Missouri and Niabrara Rivers. The lake travels for about 35 miles at a maximum pool 90 miles of shoreline. Maximum depth is 45 feet. It was named after the Lewis& Clark Expedition that camped nearby. 

  LNT 

  Better than when you found it

  Stay safe– Happy Travels

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  Benjamin K.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 21, 2021

  Sioux City North KOA

  One night stay

  We stayed her for one night on our way to the Badlands. Arrived late and left so early we didn’t even see any of the staff. Campground and bath houses were clean. However, campsites are very close together. Great for quick overnight stop.!!!

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  Nick H.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 14, 2021

  Scenic Park

  Lady lied

  Women at the front desk lied to me, said there were no spots available, which I drove around twice and seen at least six open with no reservation