Riverside Park Campground, near Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors without straying too far from city conveniences. With full hookups available for RVs and tent sites that offer a bit of grassy space, it’s a practical spot for a night or two.

The campground is located within a city park, which means you’ve got access to walking trails, a playground, and even a dog park nearby. Campers have mentioned the friendly hosts who are always ready to help, and the picnic tables and fire rings at each site make it easy to settle in for a cozy evening. One visitor noted, “For $25 a night, it’s a good value,” highlighting the affordability of this location.

If you’re up for some exploration, you’re just a short drive from Scottsbluff National Monument, where you can soak in some stunning views and history. While the campground itself can get busy with RVs, the quiet tent area offers a nice escape, especially if you’re lucky enough to snag one of the end sites with a bit more space. Just remember to bring cash for your stay, as that’s the only payment method accepted.

Riverside Park Campground

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The Best Camping Near Scottsbluff, Nebraska

The 3 days we stayed there were a number of rvs with people from the Scottsbluff area. Was there during Gering days and had no issues getting a site. Gravel but with full hookups if needed.

Nice place for overnight or a longer stay. Close to the Scottsbluff Monumen

Open May 1– October 1. Got the second to last site on a Wednesday in July(you can reserve sites after the campground opens on May 1). We chose this campground for its proximity to Scottsbluff. Although there is a tent site area, the campground was filled mostly with large RVs. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming and even though it was not a large campground, the host escorted us to our site. He offered several times to deliver firewood to us if we wanted. Reasonable cost for sites($10 tent camping,$20 water and electric,$25 for full hook-up). Best sites are the ones at the end of the rows as they have a nice patch of lawn. Alcoholic beverages are permitted but must be consumed inside your rig/tent. WiFi is available but not a strong signal; using our own data worked much better. Restrooms were reasonably clean(accessed via a code) and there are showers. This campground is located within a city park and there are other facilities(fitness trail, dog park, and supposedly a zoo). I did a little exploring but rain was imminent so I didn’t wander far, however, the facilities outside the campground looked like they could have used a little TLC. Of course, there is a nearby train!

Close to Scottsbluff

We tent camped here on the last night of a road trip after stopping at the national monument.  It was a nice, quiet campground.   The tent area was a nice open, grassy area.  There weren’t many of us tenting so we didn’t have anyone close!  We explored down by the river for a little bit then had to run back as a storm was threatening!  Hosts very kind and accommodating.  They only take cash, though, so just be prepared.  

Convenient to Scotts Bluff NM

I tent camped and booked online earlier on the same day (use this link, the one listed above is incorrect: https://www.campspot.com/park/riverside-campground-scottsbluff-ne). For only $10, I certainly had everything I needed. The restroom had an access code, which should be provided at check-in. The only downside was that there were a few pesky bugs, but it is “Riverside” after all. If you’re going to Scotts Bluff, I highly recommend this spot!

Fair Price for a Good Spot

Full hookups for $25–made it a reasonable choice for a last-minute overnight stay. Within a short distance of Scottsbluff NPS, and that made it convenient for our plans. Try Sam &amp; Louie’s pizza if you’re in town! 

Great Spot for the Price

Had reservations as Nebraska Travel Guide listed so figured was ok. River is close by but not at campground.  I did not read Dyrt reviews first...lesson learned.
It was dirt, dead grass snd I felt in unsafe area.  We did not stay!!!

Would not recommend

This is a campground with many options. There is a playground, trails, a dog park, and a beautiful view, most of all. There are options for just electric/water or sewer, too. The reason for four stars: 1. There are a couple of VERY unsightly RVs that appear to be permanent. (Even shattered windows!) 2. Internet was for the most part unavailable, although our technology recognized its presence. 

Many options right on site 

This campground is in the city park right next to the zoo so you can hear the peacocks screaming. Says you must reserve ahead of time online but it must be done before 12 hours prior. We need to make a stop because of pouring rain so called the number and spoke with camp host. They said they would send a confirmation by email but never got one. We didn’t get any code to the bathroom or any information at all. Even called the next morning to remind them but still got nothing. All sites are full hook ups and have benches and fire ring. There is a playground and picnic area next to the area along with walking/hiking paths. In the park there is a nice size dog run/agility area. For the price it was a good place to stop for the night but wish we would have gotten some info

Good place to stop over

We booked for a couple of days to visit Scott’s Bluff Monument, Chimney Rock, and Fort Laramie.  Sites are gravel but pretty level. Full hookup site had 30 and 50 amp hookups along with water and sewer. 
For $25 a night it’s a good value. 

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