Campground 4 at Rockford Lake State Recreation Area provides the main developed camping option within this state park, featuring 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups alongside level RV pads. The campground sits on the southeast corner of the lake, giving campers direct access to the water for swimming and fishing.
Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with basic facilities including pit toilets serving the area. "Decent fishing I caught two good sized in an hour," reports Seth H., highlighting the lake's appeal for anglers. The lake features floating swim platforms for water recreation, though some visitors note occasional odor issues during low water periods.
Cell phone coverage remains limited throughout the area, so campers should plan accordingly for communication needs. The campground typically sees light usage, creating a dispersed camping experience even during peak seasons. Water service availability varies seasonally, and visitors should confirm current amenities when making reservations.
For those exploring southeastern Nebraska's camping options, Arbor State Park lies southwest of the recreation area. The combination of lake access, electrical hookups, and uncrowded conditions makes this a practical base camp for RV travelers touring the region.
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Map & DirectionsRockford Lake State Recreation Area is located in Nebraska near Wymore
Directions
Located 8 miles east of Beatrice on U. S. 136 and 2 miles south on South 94th Road.
Coordinates
40.22647803 N
96.5767924 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 5/17/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
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
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 54 min from Lincoln, NE
- 1 hr 32 min from Omaha, NE
- 1 hr 36 min from Manhattan, KS
- 2 hrs 5 min from Topeka, KS
