Cheyenne State Rec Area near Wood River, NE, features flat terrain with open spaces and scattered trees. Temperatures range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 90°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Platte River and Crane Trust Nature & Visitor Center.
Description
2025 - the park is adding 21 designate camp pads with electric.
Cheyenne SRA does not offer designated campsites, but campers can pitch tents in the mowed areas around the lake and set up their RVs in parking areas. All camping is first-come, first-served for those who register in the self-service box (cash or check only) at the entrance.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission maintains the right to establish "black-out" dates and reserve facilities or lodging for Special Events and maintenance related needs.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCheyenne State Rec Area is located in Nebraska near Alda
Directions
Cheyenne State Recreation Area is just northwest of Sidney, Nebraska. From I-80, take Exit 59 and head north on Highway 19 for 1.5 miles, then turn west on Road 113 and follow signs. Visitors coming from the north via Hwy 385 or from the south via Hwy 19 can also connect to Road 113 west of Sidney to reach the park.
Address
7425 S US Hwy 281
Doniphan, NE 68832
Coordinates
40.76500021 N
98.58800036 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 5/10/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 5/10/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 19 min from Grand Island, NE
- 1 hr 23 min from Lincoln, NE
- 1 hr 59 min from Omaha, NE
- 3 hrs 12 min from Manhattan, KS




