With just three gravel sites surrounding a fishing pond, Timber Point Wetland provides free camping managed by the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District. Campers reach the area via gravel and sandy roads that wind past grazing cattle, with sites accommodating RVs up to 50 feet.
The campground sits adjacent to a small lake where bullfrogs call throughout the night and fireflies emerge after dark. A vault toilet and water hydrant serve all sites, positioned near the boat ramp at the base of a gentle hill. The Oak Creek Trail connecting Valparaiso to Brainard runs close by, and the lake's trail system hosts cross-country races. Wind can be significant across the open terrain, though it typically subsides by evening to allow campfires.
"My favorite campgrounds are the ones that are a little out of the way on unpaved roads in the middle of nowhere," notes one camper who appreciated the lake access and hiking map provided on-site. The area stays quiet with minimal traffic, and the limited number of sites means availability fills quickly. For additional camping options in the region, check places to camp around Brainard.
Campers seeking a simple overnight stop with fishing access and dark skies will find this no-frills spot delivers on the basics.
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Map & DirectionsTimber Point Wetland is located in Nebraska near Brainard
Coordinates
41.16137346 N
96.96252097 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/17/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/21/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/10/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/17/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 2/21/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 40 min from Lincoln, NE
- 59 min from Omaha, NE
- 1 hr 27 min from Grand Island, NE
- 2 hrs 4 min from Sioux City, IA
