Robidoux RV Park in Gering offers full-hookup sites with spacious pads and pet-friendly grounds throughout the campground. The well-maintained property features large grassy areas providing ample space for dogs to stretch their legs between walks. Riverside Park Campground in Scottsbluff also welcomes pets, featuring a fenced dog park within the larger city park complex that includes agility equipment. The tent camping area provides grassy spots ideal for pets, while RV sites include full hookups with both water and electric options. Tent campers pay $10 while full-hookup RV sites cost $25 nightly. Campground hosts occasionally deliver firewood to sites upon request. The dog park has separate areas for small and large dogs, making it suitable for various breeds and sizes.
Paved walking paths along the North Platte River provide excellent dog walking opportunities near Riverside Park Campground. Most sites include picnic tables and fire rings where pets can relax alongside their owners during evening campfires. Many campsites at Robidoux RV Park feature enough spacing to prevent pets from feeling crowded by neighboring campers. The beautiful views of Scotts Bluff National Monument create a scenic backdrop for morning and evening dog walks. Temperature considerations are important when camping with pets in this region, as summer afternoons can reach 100 degrees with limited shade at some sites. Nearby veterinary services are available in both Scottsbluff and Gering should emergency care be needed during your stay. Sites at most area campgrounds do not impose breed restrictions but require pets to remain leashed when outside the designated dog exercise areas.
"The sites are spaced out nicely and there is plenty of room for dog walking and kids playing frisbee or softball or catch or just about anything."
"Great view of Scottsbluff. Highly recommend"
"There is a playground, trails, a dog park, and a beautiful view, most of all. There are options for just electric/water or sewer, too. The reason for four stars: 1."
"Within a short distance of Scottsbluff NPS, and that made it convenient for our plans. Try Sam & Louie’s pizza if you’re in town!"
"Small all gravel park, spaced rather close to each other but it works. Mostly surrounded by trees to help with wind. Small dog park and I believe there was a swing set as well."
"Decided to stay here bc it came up on Hipcamp bc it’s close to Scott’s Bluff Monument. The owner of the private property could not have been nicer."
"Great views of the prairie and the bluffs near Scott's Bluff. The portapotty was clean. Did not use the "funky" shower. It looked perfectly fine and fun to try, but did not have heated water."
Campground full this weekend
from $35 - $55 / night
"20 minutes from Scottsbluff popular spot, reservations are a good idea. Friendly host clean bathrooms."
"At Lake Minatare there are primative and normal campsites. The primative spots are where ever you feel is fit."
"This campsite is great sun is plentiful and the wifi came out of a cracker jack box but the host is pleasant and there are two bodies of water to fish out of 2 min walk away."
"There is a large covered area with several picnic tables and a well maintained grass area for the kids/pets. Both 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups at each site along with water. No sewer. No toilets."
"This spot is basically three gravel RV spots next to a park. The park was nice and the gravel was pretty flat. It has a dumpster, port-a-potty, shaded tables, and a water spigot."
"If you love to hike and want to truly feel like you are away from it all check out Wildcat Hills."
from $15 / night
"Although this is the Butte View area, all the sites back up to the lake. We did not have reservations but there were plenty of walk up sites available."
"We are here on a Monday and Tuesday and one of 4 campers on this whole side of the lake. The sight is level, all sites are in the tall cottonwood trees, which is great for shade."
from $30 / night
"Pioneer Crossing is located between Bridgeport and Scottsbluff. It’s a small 15 pull through campground($38/night) with 1 cabin which is $60/night."
"We booked this campground for it’s location to historic sights we wanted to visit. All sites face Chimney Rock."
ScoutThe first 2 nights are free which is great! There are only 3 spots in a gravel lot.. 3 electric podiums, 3 water spigots, 1 porta potty. There is a dumpster located nearby. The park across the street is nice (has a cute free library box) however it is a very small town. We did not feel very welcome.
Guide14 day stay max , closes Oct 31.. nice place , bad thing.. train horns noise.. flies, most camp sites have shade.. no showers , but pit toilets..
ScoutCamp sites were a mix of flat of hill your choice we were in a tent and could park right next to the car. Came in late and wasn't a problem was still meet by the host swiftly only problems were the train was right next to us and so was the highway. There was also sticker seeds on the ground and they were so big they pikes through a quadrupled tarp under the tent and a sleeping bag under our air mattress and popped it but hey it happens.
TravelerNice place, plenty of room. It was nice to have water and dump. We were there late Sept and still quite a few camping, but no problem finding a spot. Lots of mosquitoes, we chose to sit inside. Train whistle is distant enough to not be annoying, you can also hear I80 in the background.
GuideFirst come, First Serve. $25/night. Level pads and easy to back into. Creek running behind the campground. Public Internet is available. There is a train nearby, but the whistle is not too loud. Would stay here again.
ScoutThis is our second time here and we will be back when we need to return to this area. They handle big rigs easily with full hookups.
ScoutSimple, rustic campsite. Great views of the prairie and the bluffs near Scott's Bluff. The portapotty was clean. Did not use the "funky" shower. It looked perfectly fine and fun to try, but did not have heated water. The weather was turning cool. There was a nice flat area for the tent and an outlet to charge the electronics. Liked it.
TravelerMany sites, fairly close. Almost all are on the edge of the lake. Only pit toilets available. Lots of road, train, and neighborhood noise. Also often a slight smell of cattle is pervasive. Not bad for Nebraska.
GuideI stopped here on my way from Florida to Shoshone National Forest. It was very convenient and provided water and electric. All the sites were back in but with plenty of space.
Scottsbluff rises 800 feet above the North Platte River Valley, creating a striking landmark visible for miles across the western Nebraska plains. Summer temperatures often reach the upper 90s with low humidity, while spring and fall offer milder camping conditions with temperatures ranging from 50-75°F. Winter camping is limited as many campgrounds close seasonally due to snow and freezing temperatures.
Hiking at Wildcat Hills SRA: Located 10 miles south of Gering, this recreation area offers interconnected hiking trails climbing up to 5,000 feet in elevation. "[There are] 4 main trail heads interconnect through rough, minimally maintained hiking trails that climb up to 5,000 feet. Backpack a lunch to the bottom of the canyon and try to find the Game of Thrones shelter (my pet name for it)," notes Joe R. at Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area.
Visit historic landmarks: Chimney Rock is located just 4 miles from Bayard City Park campground. "Within 4 miles of Chimney Rock. Beautiful area. We stayed 3 nights," shares Marvin E. Scotts Bluff National Monument is approximately 5 miles from Riverside Park Campground, with Elizabeth M. noting, "Scottsbluff National Monument 5.3 miles and Frontline bar & grill 1 mile away."
Lake activities: Lake Minatare offers boating, fishing, and swimming options during summer months. "Although this is the Butte View area, all the sites back up to the lake. We did not have reservations but there were plenty of walk up sites available," writes Sue G. about camping near the lake shore.
Affordable camping options: Multiple campgrounds offer budget-friendly stays. "Full hookups for $25–made it a reasonable choice for a last-minute overnight stay. Within a short distance of Scottsbluff NPS, and that made it convenient for our plans," says Yondering R. about Riverside Park Campground.
Nature center access: The Wildcat Hills Nature Center provides educational opportunities and indoor space. "There is a huge nature center that will provide a great place to cool off, stay dry or just for learning for the sake of learning," explains Joe R. The center features displays about local wildlife and geology.
Prairie camping experience: Unique camping on open grassland provides a different experience from standard campgrounds. "We loved this experience, which is more than just camping. The prairie is beautiful and the views of the bluff are spectacular! Horses and cows roam. Camping is in an open prairie…plenty of space," shares Sigrid O. about Peaceful Prairie Campsites.
Summer heat considerations: Temperatures regularly reach the upper 90s with limited shade at many sites. "Temperature considerations are important when camping with pets in this region, as summer afternoons can reach 100 degrees with limited shade at some sites."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds have limited availability during colder months. "Open May 1– October 1. Got the second to last site on a Wednesday in July(you can reserve sites after the campground opens on May 1)," notes Lee D.
Train noise: Several campgrounds experience railroad noise due to nearby tracks. "There is a set of train tracks on the other side of highway, and the trains blow there horns when they come through. Scared the crud out of me because they were so loud," warns Shannon G. about Captain Critters Country Campground.
Bathroom facility quality varies: Some campgrounds have modern facilities while others offer basic options. "The bathhouse was very clean. The park had a laundry, playground and basketball court," writes Lori C., while other campgrounds may only have vault toilets or portable facilities.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play equipment for children. "The playground with swings, slides, & merry-go-round at the far end of the park next to a retired steam locomotive! There was also a pool & tennis courts," shares Charles H. about Bayard City Park.
Kid-friendly hiking: Choose trails appropriate for younger hikers. "This campground has many options. There is a playground, trails, a dog park, and a beautiful view, most of all," notes Brenda A.
Consider temperature timing: Plan outdoor activities during morning or evening hours. "Summer afternoons can reach 100 degrees with limited shade at some sites," making early morning or evening the best time for family activities.
Discovery Center visits: Schedule indoor activities during hot afternoons. "Great location...near to fenced small/big dog park, and next to Riverside Discovery Center," mentions Elizabeth M., providing an educational alternative during extreme temperatures.
Level site availability: Most RV sites in the area feature level pads or gravel surfaces. "Graveled spot level enough that I didn't bother to make adjustments. Each power post offers 50, 30, & 20 amp connections," reports Charles H.
Site spacing considerations: Some parks offer more room between sites than others. "One nice thing was the sites are plenty big. We didn't feel like we were right on top of each other. Excellent cell coverage. We would stay again," shares Doug W. about Robidoux RV Park.
Pet-friendly options: Many campgrounds accommodate pets with designated areas for exercise. "The dog park has separate areas for small and large dogs, making it suitable for various breeds and sizes."
Water hookup variations: Not all sites provide the same utilities. "We chose this campground for its proximity to Scottsbluff. Reasonable cost for sites($10 tent camping,$20 water and electric,$25 for full hook-up). Best sites are the ones at the end of the rows as they have a nice patch of lawn," advises Lee D.
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