Best Tent Camping near Wisner, NE

Tent camping options near Wisner, Nebraska are limited but offer basic accommodations within driving distance. Powerhouse Park provides free primitive tent camping with basic amenities including clean restrooms, picnic tables, and charcoal grills. Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area, approximately 30 miles southwest of Wisner, offers designated tent campsites with more developed facilities including drinking water, electric hookups, showers, and toilets.

Most tent sites in the Wisner area feature minimal amenities and relatively flat terrain. Powerhouse Park provides drive-in and walk-in access with drinking water, picnic tables, and toilets, though no shower facilities exist. Campers should note that sites at Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area offer varying levels of shade, with many tent sites having limited tree cover. Pelican Point State Recreation Area provides boat-in and walk-in access with basic amenities including picnic tables, toilets, and trash collection, though no drinking water is available. The area experiences seasonal fluctuations in camping conditions, with summer bringing warmer temperatures and more crowded campgrounds.

Sites at Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area provide access to multiple small lakes for fishing and water recreation, though tent campers should be prepared for noise. One camper noted, "There is a very busy set of train tracks that run about every 20 minutes all day and all night. Didn't get any sleep, even with earplugs." Powerhouse Park offers fishing opportunities in the adjacent canal and proximity to town amenities while still providing some seclusion. The camping area is positioned near a playground, making it suitable for families with children. Visitors to Pelican Point State Recreation Area will find a more rustic experience with only two primitive campsites located at a boat ramp, as described by a visitor who noted the "path to the campsites was in rough shape, but the grass on the campsites appeared recently mowed."

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  • C
    May. 5, 2024

    Czechland Lake Recreation Area

    Great first come first serve campground

    This is a nice small campground that is well taken care of. We stayed at site number 8 which may be one of the more unlevel spots. The passenger side of our 5th wheel was about 7" lower than driver side and rear of fifth wheel was about 3" lower than front before we levelled out. 

    Pros:

    -Well maintained walking trails that are perfect for dogs

    -Most sites have 30 and 50 amp hookups

    -Fire rings and picnic tables at most sites

    -$18 a night for electric hookups

    -Quiet

    Cons:

    -Some sites are very unlevel  

    -No water or dump station

  • Kyla B.
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Czechland Lake Recreation Area

    Peaceful

    Has fishing, kayaking, hiking, 3 covered picnic areas with electricity, wildlife watching, no-wake boating, 11 (50 amp) RV/tent pads/sites at $20 per night, 3 free non-electrical RV/tent pads/sites, & free tent camping area by the dock. No park permit required. Can pay for pads/sites with cash or with mobile phone. Sites have trash cans, picnic tables and fire rings. Primitive bathrooms available. Water spigots available and working. No dumpsite. Dogs welcome but must be leashed.

    May be difficult parking for larger rigs (35ft+) due to the one way entrance and curvature of the campground. Also note that you will need to bring leveling blocks for nearly every site since the campground is build on a hill.

    https://lpnnrd.org/outdoor-recreation/czechland-lake-recreation-area/

  • S
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Stone State Park Campground

    Quick weekend trip

    Planned to stay for the weekend to test out new tent but storms came through & we left after one night. Basic campground in shady area under trees. We did not get an electric hookup. Ground was mostly dirt not grass on our site & mostly dry. Large trees provided shade which helped as very hot & humid. We were next to a ravine but with plenty of bug spray did not get many bites. Hiked the Bear & Buffalo trails. Campground very quiet though a few people came & went. Washrooms are very basic & chose not to use shower. The Park Ranger did check on us & advise on weather conditions. Picnic table & fire pit were fine. Got only 1 bar signal on both Verizon & AT&T. No WiFi. Overall basic, woody/shaded. Good for short stay.

  • Kyla B.
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Dead Timber State Rec Area

    Quiet retreat

    There are areas dedicated for daily use, primitive camping and electric sites. Great Lake for kayaking or a small jon boat. Has restrooms available, no showers. No dumpsite. Fire pit and picnic table available at sites.

    Appears to be a quiet retreat with minimal campers.

  • S
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    Short weekend getaway

    Nice campground. Very few tent only - mostly RVs/trailers. Washrooms basic but clean. Large site under trees with mix of sun & shade. Grassy area for tent. Access to water close by. Large playground for kids. Campground host had firewood. Picnic table & firepit with grill rack in good condition. Nearby boat ramp to load kayak onto Blue Lake. Many water lilies but sheltered at one end so good for kayak. Everyone seemed friendly though some folk stayed up pretty late on Friday!

  • C
    May. 29, 2023

    Howells Community Park

    Good overnight spot while traveling.

    Pros

    -Water/Electricity/Dump station

    -Public restroom 

    -Near a gas station and convenience mart

    -Free will donation for firewood

    -Flat camping spots

    -Park nearby

    -Fire Rings

    Cons

    - There are only around 6 spots

    -You share your water connection with your neighbor

    -RV slips are right at the park entrance so there is the risk of traffic non stop if the park is being used for an event

    I came in a couple days before memorial weekend and all of the RV spots were reserved so I only did a short drive around grabbing some photos. It looks like a great spot to swing in overnight if there are any open spots.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 28, 2021

    Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park

    Great Winter Camp

    A lot of places in Iowa are closed to camping until April or even May. I looked west and quickly found this. There are areas of the park that are "closed for winter", but I was able to find a primitive spot for an overnight to get out and enjoy the rebound from the subzero weather of the previous weeks. Some sites in that section are quite spacious.....although it was just me, so I had a lot of space! there were several water spigots in that section as well, so water is available during the camping season. There was a restroom fairly close by, and in the 15 hours I was there, the ranger checked on the restrooms twice. I didn't use it, but that is an indication that they aren't torn apart. No one was at the entrance, so I had to go the the education center to find self registration. The primitive rate is$15, but they reduced it to$10 in the off-season. A pass is required to camp, so you can add another$5 if you're a Nebraska resident, and$8 if you're from out of state. Season passes are also available.$40 resident,$45 non-resident. All primitive sites had shade. Lots of trees throughout the park. Beautiful.

  • Alika T.
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Ta-Ha-Zouka Park

    Cute simple short term sites

    They have 18 electric sites $26/night and tent non electric sites for $18/night. 7 day max stays. Reservable.

  • Charles C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 1, 2018

    Powerhouse Park

    Primitive Camping by a Hydro Plant

    Nice playground, picnic tables, and charcoal grills. Clean restroom. Free tent camping. good fishing in the canal. Close to town yet far enough away.

    Nice parks in town including a memorial to Andrew Jackson Higgins, the inventor of the Higgins landing craft,

    Mammoth waterpark.

    Better park for a picnic than camping.


Guide to Wisner

Tent camping options near Wisner, Nebraska generally involve a 20-40 mile drive from town. The region features largely flat terrain with some wooded areas along waterways, particularly near the Missouri and Elkhorn Rivers. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-90°F, while spring and fall camping seasons offer milder conditions but increased chances of rainfall and occasional severe weather.

What to do

Fishing access: Centennial Park Campground offers a walking trail around a small lake with fishing opportunities. "There's a wonderful trail to walk around a small lake. Beautiful just doesn't justify the look and feel of this place," notes one camper who appreciated the park's well-maintained grounds.

Water recreation: Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area provides multiple lakes for swimming, fishing and boating options. "Impressive recreation area. Campsites on and off of the water, all very nice. Lots of walking and bike riding. Very woodsy feeling through the whole park," reports a visitor who enjoyed the varied activities.

Missouri River access: Pelican Point State Rec Area offers direct boat launch access to the Missouri River. While primitive, its location makes it practical for river-based recreation. A visitor noted, "This campground is conveniently located at a boat ramp. It has 2 primitive campsites and a vault toilet."

What campers like

Quiet surroundings: The small-town atmosphere extends to nearby camping options. Centennial Park receives praise for its peaceful environment: "Small towns tend to be quiet areas anyway and this is surrounded by small towns. Therefore it has that ALL is welcome feel, quiet and beautiful grounds."

Clean facilities: Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area maintains exceptionally clean restrooms and shower buildings. One camper specifically mentioned, "Facilities were very clean. Cleanest I have ever seen in a campground. Tons of water, a few trails, lots of sites to camp."

Free camping: Powerhouse Park offers no-cost tent camping with basic amenities. "Nice playground, picnic tables, and charcoal grills. Clean restroom. Free tent camping. good fishing in the canal. Close to town yet far enough away," notes one visitor who appreciated the value.

What you should know

Train noise: Fremont Lakes campsites experience significant railway disruption. A camper reported, "Big beautiful sites, BUT there is a very busy set of train tracks that run about every 20 minutes all day and all night. Didn't get any sleep, even with earplugs."

Limited shade: Many tent sites in the region lack substantial tree cover. A camper at Fremont Lakes observed, "The lake was awesome, not much shade on most tent sites. Make sure you ask when they dredged the lakes that you want to stay on."

Rough access roads: Hildreth Lighthouse Campground requires navigation on unpaved routes. "Two miles of dirt road was less than fun. Would have been nice if the pay station had more directions," reported a recent visitor who found the journey challenging.

Tips for camping with families

Playground proximity: Powerhouse Park features play equipment adjacent to camping areas, making it suitable for families with young children. A camper noted, "Nice playground, picnic tables, and charcoal grills. Clean restroom."

Water activities: Fremont Lakes offers multiple swimming areas and fishing opportunities across several connected lakes. "Lots of walking and bike riding. Very woodsy feeling through the whole park and a nice bicycle trail that leaves the park," reports a camper who found plenty of family-friendly activities.

Bathroom considerations: Some facilities may not meet expected standards for families with children. At Hildreth Lighthouse Campground, one parent shared, "One quote from son sums it nicely, 'saw the mens room and so used the women's'," indicating potential cleanliness issues.

Tips from RVers

Limited options: Several parks listed as campgrounds don't actually permit overnight stays. One visitor to Johnson Park warned, "This is a nice little city park with a man made lake. However it does not allow camping. If you go to the Fremont website it specifically states no camping."

Site limitations: Pelican Point State Recreation Area provides only minimal accommodations. A reviewer clarified, "This is really not a state park or camping spot. There is a boat ramp to the Missouri river, a parking lot, and about 2 primitive camping spots."

Campsite maintenance: Site conditions vary significantly between locations and seasons. At Pelican Point, a camper observed, "The path to the campsites was in rough shape, but the grass on the campsites appeared recently mowed."

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