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Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey

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Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey, near Ogallala, Nebraska, is a solid choice for travelers looking for a convenient stop along the highway. This campground is clean, well-maintained, and offers a friendly atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

With spacious pull-through sites and full hookups, it’s designed to accommodate both RVs and tents comfortably. Visitors have praised the immaculate grounds and the helpful staff who escort you to your site upon arrival. As one camper noted, “The campground was kept immaculate,” which speaks volumes about the care taken here.

Amenities include clean bathrooms, showers, and a small store for essentials. There’s also a playground for kids and a dog park for your furry friends, making it a family-friendly spot. While the proximity to I-80 means you’ll hear some highway noise, many campers found it manageable, with one saying, “The noise from I-80 was minimal to us.”

For those passing through, Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey is an excellent overnight stop, especially if you’re heading to or from the Rockies. Whether you’re just looking for a place to rest your head or a quick break from the road, this campground has you covered.

Fee Info

Adults 18+, Kids 0-17

Reservation Info

Check-In is at 1 pm Mountain Time (no early check-ins allowed). Make sure you note that we are in Mountain Time Zone. If you are traveling from the EAST, you will change the time about 20 miles before you arrive at our location. There are 2 KOAs in Ogallala. We are I-80 KOA, so make sure you follow directions when traveling here to 221 Road East 85 Ogallala, NE.

Location

Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey is located in Nebraska

Detail location of campground

Address

221 Rd East 85
Ogallala, NE 69153

Coordinates

41.11293738 N
101.70795867 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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11 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 2, 2024

One of the Nicer KOAs

We received a text the day prior welcoming us and asking us not to arrive before 1:00 PM Mountain Time plus let them know our estimated arrival time. This campground is just across the Mountain time zone as you head West. There were also instructions on where to park. We were met outside as we arrived and check-in was quick. We were escorted to a standard pull-through site 35 with FHUs. The first thing we noticed was how immaculate the campground(CG) was kept. Our site was plenty long enough for our 40’ 5th wheel and our F450. The utilities are in the middle with two sewer choices(nice!). The water pressure was good at around 50 psi. We were told at check-in that the Wifi was good enough to stream so we did not put out our Starlink for this overnighter and the Wifi performed well. We got 4 bars on Verizon. The sites are well-spaced especially for a KOA and their premium sites are really nice. Along with the regular fenced dog areas, they have several K-9 sites with private fenced dog areas. The CG is right off I-80, so you will have highway noise. Have to say this is one of the better laid out and managed KOA Journeys we’ve stayed. We would definitely stay here again.

Site35
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by MickandKarla W., August 2, 2024
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by MickandKarla W., August 2, 2024
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by MickandKarla W., August 2, 2024
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Reviewed Jul. 15, 2024

Nice KOA

I like this KOA they have put a lot of effort and money into it. A couple of issues really close to I 80 and as of July 2024 have construction hard to get into the road.

Site35
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Mary T., July 15, 2024
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Mary T., July 15, 2024
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Mary T., July 15, 2024
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Reviewed Jun. 22, 2024

Clean, convenient, highway noise

Clean campground, level gravel sites. Easy on and off to I80, but road noise as a result all day and night. Verizon cell signal was strong. Clean bathrooms and showers. Laundry available. Playground for kids, dog park for furry friends. Most sites are in open, a handful of sites had limited shade. Campground itself was quiet. Staff was friendly, staff escorts you to your site and directs you in. Garbage dumpster across from bathhouse. Small store in main building.

Site13
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2023

Level sites, Highway noise

Easy in/easy out. Nice looking sites. Some soft gravel in sites. Water pressure okay. Electric solid. Road noise from I-80 is very very loud and should be expected. If you're a light sleeper, stay away.

Site39
Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Sep. 30, 2022

Convenient but noisy.

Very clean and well maintained, friendly and helpful staff/owners. It's a great place for a one night stop. I even enjoyed sitting out at night watching the big trucks going down I80 with all their lights,open exhaust and jake breaks.

Site11
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Steve B., September 30, 2022
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Steve B., September 30, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 17, 2022

Excellent Overnight Stop!

Great spot for a quick overnight stop. Clean, level, and updated sites, especially KOA Patio sites with paver patios, stone fire pits, and LP grills. Friendly staff, nice store, and prompt service. The noise from I-80 was minimal to us, as we didn’t even recognize it (didn’t hear one set of engine brakes at night). Park is lacking in “kids activities”, as this is a Journey and not a Holiday, but if you can accept that, you’ll be fine. Figure this site is perfect for folks going to/coming from the Rockies, needing a place to sleep for a night along the way. Will definitely stay again if we are out this way!

Site31
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed May. 28, 2021

$45 for 5 hours of sleep next to the loudest highway

We were absolutely desperate to find a spot late last night so we figured we could trust a KOA to stop at in Nebraska. We’ve stayed at numerous other KOAs where they were conveniently/inconveniently next to the highway. Usually happy that it’s a close drive to get back on the highway but if you’re in a tent at this one it sounds like you’re about to get hit by a truck every 30 seconds. We pulled in around 11:30PM after driving for 11 hours and set up our tent and woke up before 5 to absolutely insane traffic going by. Also if we had realized it was going to be $45 for the site we would have found a hotel for another $20. Waste of money...should have risked just pulling over and sleeping on the side of the road somewhere. But at least the bathrooms and showers were VERY clean

Site12
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Sep. 17, 2020

Best managers ever!

This was a tiny little campground that hit the spot after driving 14 hours. Spotless bathrooms, perfectly groomed campsite, and ridiculously wonderful management! There was a heck of a storm on the horizon and the management kept pulling up radar for us to put our minds at ease! Gave us little gifts for the kids and earplugs for the highway lol! I just really can’t say enough good things about these people. It’s not too often that you meet people that just make you feel at home like they did. I’ll be back during my next cross country trip! Love this place!

  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Jamee N., September 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Jamee N., September 17, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2020

Great Stop

This was a wonderful KOA that we arrived to at 11:15 at night too with no reservations. It was quick and easy to grab the after hours pack and find a spot. Bathroom and showers very clean. Just a nice setup at this campground and easy to jump right back on 80 to head home.

Reviewed Aug. 9, 2020

Very Clean and Convenient

We camped here with our 17 foot Casita enroute to the Black Hills. It’s convenient for a stop on the way. However, the property is immediately adjacent to I-80. Lots of road noise. When you get off the interstate, you wend your way through truck stops to get to the campground. There is a Walmart and an Ace Hardware conveniently located just blocks away.

The campground is very clean and well-maintained. We arrived after closing, but our info and map was in an easy to locate envelope in the office. The staff even called us earlier in the day to make sure we would get settled OK. Very professional and customer oriented. The bathroom and shower house was immaculately clean. A+ on that. The water is good tasting.

  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Max M., August 9, 2020
  • Review photo of Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey by Max M., August 9, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at the Ogallala KOA Journey campground?

Ogallala KOA Journey offers clean, level gravel sites with several premium patio sites featuring paver patios, stone fire pits, and LP grills. Amenities include clean bathrooms and showers, laundry facilities, a playground for children, and a designated dog park. The campground has a well-stocked store and provides reliable water pressure and solid electrical hookups. Some sites offer limited shade, though most are in open areas. The facility is well-maintained with consistent Wi-Fi and strong Verizon cell service throughout the property.

How does Ogallala KOA Journey compare to other campgrounds in Ogallala, NE?

Ogallala KOA Journey stands out for its exceptionally clean and well-maintained facilities compared to other local options. While small in size, it offers updated sites and premium patio options that many other Ogallala campgrounds don't provide. The management is notably attentive and friendly, with staff going above and beyond to assist campers. Its prime location directly off I-80 makes it more convenient for highway travelers than some alternatives, though this comes with more road noise than campgrounds situated farther from the interstate.

Is Ogallala KOA Journey the same as Tri Trails KOA?

There's no indication in the available information that Ogallala KOA Journey is the same as or was previously known as Tri Trails KOA. The campground is consistently referenced as Ogallala KOA Journey or Ogallala/I-80 KOA Journey in all materials. If you're trying to locate a specific KOA property, it's best to contact KOA directly or check their official website for clarification on current and former campground names.

Where is the Ogallala KOA Journey located in relation to I-80?

The Ogallala KOA Journey is located immediately adjacent to Interstate 80, making it extremely convenient for travelers. When exiting I-80, you'll navigate through some truck stops to reach the campground. This proximity to the interstate offers easy access for those passing through - it's designed for quick on and off highway access. While this location makes it perfect for overnight stops during long journeys, the tradeoff is significant road noise from the highway that's audible throughout the campground, especially during nighttime hours.