Bader Memorial Park, near Chapman, Nebraska, is a lively campground that offers a mix of outdoor fun and family-friendly activities. With a variety of tent and RV sites, it’s a great place to set up camp and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
The park features several fishing ponds and a swimming beach, perfect for cooling off on warm days. Visitors have noted the well-kept facilities, including clean showers and restrooms, which make for a comfortable stay. One camper shared, “The shower and bathrooms are pretty well kept and the water temp is not bad at all.”
For those looking for a bit of excitement, Bader Memorial Park hosts seasonal events like Halloween contests, where campers can decorate their sites and enjoy trick-or-treating. There’s also a playground for the kids and picnic areas with grills scattered throughout the park, making it easy to enjoy a meal outdoors.
Nature lovers will appreciate the miles of trails and the serene atmosphere, with plenty of wildlife to observe. Whether you’re fishing, swimming, or just relaxing by the campfire, Bader Memorial Park has something for everyone to enjoy.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBader Memorial Park is located in Nebraska near Marquette
Directions
From Central City go approx. 10 miles west-just before Chapman turn south on Bader Park Road for approximately 2 1/2 miles. From Interstate #80 take the Aurora Exit north on highway #14 until you come the the Marquette road, turn(left) on this paved road and stay on this paved road for approximately 10 miles. Bader park is shortly after the Platte River bridge on your left
Coordinates
40.98853602 N
98.14860218 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/24/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/24/26- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/24/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/24/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/24/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 18 min from Grand Island, NE
- 1 hr 21 min from Lincoln, NE
- 1 hr 57 min from Omaha, NE
- 2 hrs 49 min from Sioux City, IA
