Established Camping
Natick Campground
Natick Campground is located near the Nebraska Sandhills, featuring rolling dunes and grasslands. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the scenic Dismal River and the Nebraska National Forest.
Description
The Natick Campground is quieter than the Bessey Recreation Complex, and it has 20 corral for riding stock. This 17-unit campground has potable water, picnic tables, fire rings, modern vault toilets, and an outstanding view of the night sky. It is situated on the border of the hand-planted forest and the native grasslands, so it is easy to see both using Natick as your home base. No ATV or side-by-side riding is allowed from this campground. Looking to horseback ride off the roads? Here is a map of the gate locations near Natick (it's a work in progress).
Location
Natick Campground is located in Nebraska
Directions
From Thedford, Nebraska: Take Highway 2 east about 17 miles to the forest entrance. At the national forest sign, turn south (right) onto State Spur 86B. Stay on State Spur 86B west for about 1.5 miles, then take Forest Road 212 about 7 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
41.88189847 N
100.41279936 W
Detours Nearby
Stapleton City Park
48 min away
Arnold Lake State Rec Area — Arnold State Recreation Area
58 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 20 min from Grand Island
- 3 hrs 39 min from Lincoln
- 4 hrs 13 min from Sioux City
- 4 hrs 15 min from Rapid City
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
