Established Camping
Victoria Springs State Rec Area
Victoria Springs State Recreation Area, near Anselmo, Nebraska, is a peaceful spot that offers a nice escape into nature. With spacious sites surrounded by beautiful trees, it’s perfect for those looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
The campground features clean facilities, including restrooms and showers, which visitors have praised for their upkeep. Many campers appreciate the availability of electric hookups, making it convenient for RV travelers. As one happy camper noted, “Nice big sites, you’re not packed in,” which adds to the overall relaxing vibe.
For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, there’s a small lake nearby where you can paddle around, though some have mentioned it has an algae issue. The area is also great for hiking and exploring the surrounding Sandhills, especially during the quieter weekdays when you might find the campground all to yourself.
While the bugs can be a nuisance at times, the friendly camp hosts and the well-maintained grounds make it a worthwhile stop. Whether you’re just passing through or planning a longer stay, Victoria Springs is a solid choice for a laid-back camping experience.
Description
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’
Victoria Springs State Recreation Area
Summary
Heralded for its therapeutic value, water from Victoria's mineral springs was once bottled for sale nationwide. Now, this secluded, scenic, 60-acre SRA, east of Anselmo, is a great little getaway place. Facilities: 2 housekeeping cabins, 60 non-pad campsites, 21 electrical hookups (30/50 amp), dump station, showers, restrooms, water, picnic tables, shelter, paddleboats, fishing lagoon.
Attraction
Established in 1925, Victoria Springs State Recreation Area is the third oldest area in Nebraska's state park system. Located 6 miles east of Anselmo or 7 miles north of Merna, Victoria Springs has justly been described as an oasis in the Sand Hills. Still on the site are the log cabins that Judge Matthews built ... one as his home and the other as the first post office in Custer County.
Cabins
Victoria has two modern, two-bedroom, housekeeping cabins, equipped with a kitchen, two bedrooms with double beds, linens, blankets, shower and toilet. The kitchenettes are furnished with ranges, refrigerators, tableware, and sink. The operating season may be changed but normally facilities open Memorial Weekend and close in mid-November.
Camping
Victoria Springs offers campers 20, 30 and 50 Amp sites. Campground has modern showers, dump station and restrooms are located nearby. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Picnicking
Well-wooded picnic areas have tables, fireplaces, drinking water, and toilets. There is one group picnic shelter.
Fishing and Boating
Both fishing and non-power boating are permitted in the small lake. Victoria Springs pond has bullhead, bass, bluegill and catfish.
Camping reservations may be made a minimum of three days in advance of arrival and a maximum of 180 days in advance of arrival.
CHECK IN AND OUT SCHEDULE- If you check out early, the unused portion of your payment will be forfeited.
Office Details
Cabins are located next to the 5 acre pond. Cabins are available Memorial Weekend through Mid November. Check-in is 4 p.m. and check-out is at 11 a.m. If arriving for a late check-in, please make arrangements with park office for cabin check-in procedures. Hours change, please call ahead (308) 749-2235
This is a smoke free facility.
Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Generators may not be operated during these hours. Pets are allowed, but they must be kept on a leash that is no longer than 6 feet. Campers staying over must re-register by 2 p.m. Check in time is 4 p.m. and check out time is 2 p.m. Campers must vacate their campsite no later than 2:00 p.m. on the date the camping reservation or registration expires.
When a reservation is made one year to the date in advance, the arrival date must remain the same within that reservation. No cancellation of that arrival date is allowed.
A Nebraska State Park Permit is required to enter this park area. A Nebraska Licensed Vehicle Park Entry Permit is $30 for an Annual Permit, $15 for a Duplicate Annual Permit (used for that second vehicle in your family) or a Daily Permit which is $6 per day you are staying. A Non-Nebraska Licensed Vehicle Park Entry Permit is $60, $30 for a Duplicate Annual Permit or a Daily Permit which is $12 per day. You may purchase your Park Permit prior to your stay by shopping online at OutdoorNebraska.org.All vehicles entering a Nebraska Park Area are required to have a valid park entry permit.
Location
Victoria Springs State Rec Area is located in Nebraska
Directions
From Highway 2 and 21 A Junction at Anselmo Ne, travel six miles east of Anselmo on Highway 21 A.
Address
HC 69, Box 117
Anselmo, NE 68813-9541
Coordinates
41.60900003 N
99.75300018 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 38 min from Grand Island
- 2 hrs 56 min from Lincoln
- 3 hrs 26 min from Omaha
- 3 hrs 36 min from Sioux City
