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Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park

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Electric hookups, pay showers ($1 for 6 minutes), flush toilets, and a dump station make Turkey Ridge a functional base for RV campers at Ponca State Park in northeastern Nebraska. Sites run $30 per night, with a separate state park entry pass required on top of that fee. Tree cover is dense throughout the campground, with some sites sitting deep enough in the canopy that sunlight barely reaches. Restrooms have drawn consistent praise for cleanliness across multiple visits. The Oak Bluff Campground — Ponca State Park operates on a reservations-only basis nearby, while Turkey Ridge handles more of the walk-in and drive-in traffic. The town of Ponca sits a few miles from the park entrance and has groceries, a pharmacy, and food options. Turkey Ridge works best for RV campers who want hookups and full facilities without advance reservations.

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Map & DirectionsTurkey Ridge is located in Nebraska near Ponca

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Coordinates

42.60751744062255 N
96.73207058465869 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Aug. 8, 2021

100 years anniversary for Nebraska State Parks

We arrived on the cusp of the 100 year anniversary celebration of the Nebraska State Parks. Lots of fun extra things to do!

We found a great space in the Turkey Ridge campground. Electric with a water spigot between 2 spaces. We were in a tree cave with very little sunlight. Another campground Oak Bluff is for reservations only. Lots of tent spots and primitive tent only.

We rode our bike around and got an incredible workout with lots of hills.

Great views of the Missouri at the 3 state corners viewing area.

For the 100 years celebration they had re-enactments, making walking stick adornments, bird catch and release to show an up close and personal peek at the local birds.

The town of Ponca is a few miles outside the park and several nice little places for groceries, beer, a pharmacy, pizza, etc!

Pretty warm and humid for us high desert folk but we enjoyed our stay.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Shari M., August 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Shari M., August 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Shari M., August 8, 2021
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Reviewed Feb. 28, 2021

Great Winter Camp

A lot of places in Iowa are closed to camping until April or even May. I looked west and quickly found this. There are areas of the park that are "closed for winter", but I was able to find a primitive spot for an overnight to get out and enjoy the rebound from the subzero weather of the previous weeks. Some sites in that section are quite spacious.....although it was just me, so I had a lot of space! there were several water spigots in that section as well, so water is available during the camping season. There was a restroom fairly close by, and in the 15 hours I was there, the ranger checked on the restrooms twice. I didn't use it, but that is an indication that they aren't torn apart. No one was at the entrance, so I had to go the the education center to find self registration. The primitive rate is$15, but they reduced it to$10 in the off-season. A pass is required to camp, so you can add another$5 if you're a Nebraska resident, and$8 if you're from out of state. Season passes are also available.$40 resident,$45 non-resident. All primitive sites had shade. Lots of trees throughout the park. Beautiful.

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Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Staci I., February 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Staci I., February 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Staci I., February 28, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2020

Ponca State Park, Nebraska

Sept 10-15, 2019 Site 2 had electric and water (shared spicket). We enjoyed this park. We could have saved money if we had purchased the State Park Pass. We paid $40.88, Park had dump station, pay showers ($1 for 6 minutes), and flush toilets. Restrooms were very clean. Elevation 1,320 ft. Verizon 4G 2 bars. See RV Camping Journal for details.

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  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Annell N., August 23, 2020
  • Review photo of Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park by Annell N., August 23, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

What do visitors say in reviews about Ponca State Park camping?

Campers consistently praise Ponca State Park for its pleasant camping experience. Many highlight the heavily wooded sites that create private, shaded "tree caves" with minimal sunlight penetration. Visitors appreciate the clean restroom facilities and the overall park maintenance. The park sometimes hosts special events and celebrations that enhance the camping experience. Some note that winter camping is available when many other regional parks are closed, making it a valuable off-season destination.

What camping facilities are available at Ponca State Park?

Turkey Ridge at Ponca State Park offers both electric and primitive camping sites. Electric sites include shared water spigots between campsites. The park is equipped with clean restroom facilities featuring flush toilets and pay showers ($1 for 6 minutes). A dump station is available for RV campers. The campground maintains well-kept facilities with particular attention to cleanliness in the bathrooms. Some sites are nestled in heavily wooded areas providing natural shade and privacy.

What scenic attractions can I photograph at Ponca State Park?

Ponca State Park offers excellent photography opportunities throughout its natural landscape. The park sits at an elevation of approximately 1,320 feet, providing scenic vistas. During changing seasons, capture the wooded areas with their dense tree canopies and natural forest settings. The park's unique terrain features make for compelling landscape photography, particularly in the heavily wooded camping areas that create interesting light patterns. Contact the park office for information about specific lookout points, wildlife viewing areas, and seasonal photo opportunities that showcase the park's natural beauty.

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