Best camping near Kearney

7 campgrounds · 7 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Kearney, Nebraska — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 7 of 7 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Union Pacific State Rec Area
#1 Union Pacific State Rec Area Good
5.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Union Pacific State Recreation Area is a beautiful camping area located in Nebraska, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. The campground is situated near the…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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Fort Kearny State Rec Area
#2 Fort Kearny State Rec Area Good
10.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 93°F
Fort Kearny State Recreation Area in Nebraska offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) with both electric and basic sites available. Reservations are recommended via…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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Windmill State Rec Area
#3 Windmill State Rec Area Good
16.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Windmill State Recreation Area is a picturesque camping destination located in the state of Nebraska. This camping area offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
81Elite
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Bassway Strip State Wildlife Area
#4 Bassway Strip State Wildlife Area Good
11.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 93°F
Bassway Strip State Wildlife Area is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Nebraska. This campground offers a variety of amenities to provide a comfortable and…
Why 79: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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Sandy Channel State Rec Area
#5 Sandy Channel State Rec Area Good
11.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Sandy Channel State Recreation Area, located in Nebraska, offers a delightful camping experience for nature enthusiasts. With a range of amenities and activities, it is an ideal…
Why 72: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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Pioneer Campground
#6 Pioneer Campground Good
18.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 92°F
Pioneer Campground, located in the state of Nebraska, offers a serene and scenic camping experience. This campground provides a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for…
Why 64: live conditions (good) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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Bob and Nancies
#7 Bob and Nancies Good
19.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 91°F
Bob and Nancy's Camping Area in Nebraska is a peaceful, family-oriented campground with breathtaking views of the valley. The campground offers 55 sites that are available on a…
Why 61: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid

Camping near Kearney

The Kearney area has 7 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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