Brownville Riverside Park, near Brownville, Nebraska, is a campground that’s seen better days but still holds some charm for those willing to rough it. With primitive camping options available, it’s a spot where you can pitch a tent and enjoy the great outdoors, though you should be prepared for a few challenges.

The park allows fires, making it a cozy place to gather around the campfire after a day of exploring. However, visitors have noted the lack of drinking water and electric hookups, so come prepared with your own supplies. Some campers have mentioned that the picnic tables are a nice touch, but the overall maintenance of the area could use some work.

If you're looking to venture out, the nearby Missouri River offers opportunities for boating and fishing, though access may be limited due to past flooding. Reviewers have pointed out that while the park is recovering from previous floods, there’s still potential for a good camping experience if you’re willing to overlook a few rough edges. As one camper put it, “There is a lot of potential and this place could be pretty good.” 

So, if you’re up for a bit of adventure and don’t mind a no-frills experience, Brownville Riverside Park might just be the spot for you. Just keep an eye on the weather and be ready for some rustic camping!

Brownville Riverside Park

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Let me start by saying that I think Brownville is a nice little town.  That being said.  The 2019 floods took a toll on this park.  I am not sure if this place is in operation.  The dredge boat was closed 1:45 on a saturday, thanks covid 19.  The sidewalk and ramp was damaged severely, and the park needs a lot of maintenance and repairs.  The boat needs a lot of maintenance and clean up.  But beyond that there is a lot potential and this place could be pretty good.

Hello, is anybody here. 

This is a park that was previously a State Recreation Area that was given over to the Village of Brownville prior to the flooding in 2011.  A majority of the silt and debris has been cleared, and the boat ramp for the Missouri River at the north end is accessible. To the best of my knowledge the Steamboat Trace path bike path is still closed from flooding.  
Primitive camping only.  River Inn resort just to the south has Electric sites, but they too are in the process of cleaning up, but appear to have sites open.

Cleanup appears to be nearly complete

Not ready for business since flood 2 years ago. We turned around and left. THE PHONE NUMBER HERE IS INCORRECT. It is the phone number for Indian Cave State Park some 15 miles south. That site is nice. 

It's a dump

I work close to this park and watched as the town was making progress in restoring it to a nice campsite.  With some covered picnic benches, leveled and mowed campsites, etc…. 

Unfortunately, the river has flooded it out as of June 28, 2024 and it will likely be unusable for at least the remainder of this season.  There also are a number of large pieces of industrial equipment that are staged in part of the park that will likely not be moved until fall.

It’s a shame as the remediation from the 2019 flooding was just recently completed.

Site flooded

We stayed here so that we would be within walking distance of Brownville. It took a while to figure out how to make a reservation (you call the River Inn Resort). When I made the reservation, I was told there is no electricity, which is fine since we have solar. However, we were not told there are no tables, or fire rings... there pretty much isn't anything other than land. The land that is there is pretty rough as well. There were very large burs of some sort throughout the grassy areas, which made it difficult for our dog to go anywhere during our trip. There were also an unbelievable amount of gnats, but that is probably due to the proximity to the river. The people at the River Inn Resort, where you check in, were friendly and helpful. However, we would not stay here again.

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