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.

Victoria Springs  State Rec Area

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Victoria Springs has 2 different areas for camping. One area is for tent camping ($15 a day) and has a small lake with paddle boats to use.  The lake has an algae issue right now. This area has a picnic shelter and playground that is dated. There are 2 cute cabins available for rent which have fire rings and picnic tables.  The other area is for RVs and you can have electric $20)or electric and water($30).  Each site has a fire ring and picnic shelter and is on grass. There is a basketball hoop that needs help and horseshoe area which is overgrown.   A little bit of upkeep and elbow grease and this would be a great getaway. 

A little upkeep would make this a nice spot

Love Victoria Springs! It is a hidden gem in the Nebraska Sandhills.  It fills up on the weekends but during the week you can have the entire campground to yourself.  Beautiful trees, nice shade, and electrical hook-ups.

Secret Hideaway

Nature 

This campground is a hidden gem. Nice big sites, your not packed it. Beautiful trees all around and we’ll kept. If you need electric you can reserve a site and get 30 or 50. Some sites have water and does have a sanitary dump site. Enjoying our overnight stay

Very Nice and Quiet

Camp hosts were amazing. Gave us firewood. Clean facilities. Well maintained. Gorgeous trees and trails. 

Gave us free firewood! Beautifully kept. Friendly and helpful. 

Great spot with lots of trees and good sized sites. I arrived on a Sunday afternoon and they were only half full &amp; by night only a few more people came. Bugs were pretty bad. Unfortunately a bad storm moved in so we weren’t able to enjoy the evening. The trees kept us protected from the wind and hail. Would come back again!

Great Spot with Lots of Trees

Decided to cut our drive in half by staying here on our way to Smith Falls. It was a Monday night but it was very quiet other than the hum of the mosquitos! 

-Side note: the vault bathrooms were a whole lot cleaner than some of our past experiences at other State Parks 

Sandhills Stopping Point 

The sites are mostly level and well groomed grass with 2 new concrete handicap spots. The 30 amp and 50 amp power was proper voltage and dependable. Access to clear line of site to south for Dish or Directv is difficult due to heavy tree population. Non-Nebraska resident requires $14 pass in addition to the $30 fee with electric.  Potable water is available and dump station is easily accessible with a rinse water source. Ingress and egress is good with gravel road surfaces in park. The restrooms and showers are very clean and accessible.

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