Best camping near Waterloo
27 campgrounds · 27 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Waterloo, 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 15 of 27 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Walnut Creek - Papillion
Good
14.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Walnut Creek Papillion Camping Area is a serene and peaceful campground located in Papillion, Nebraska. The area is surrounded by stunning views of lush greenery, rolling hills…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 153 things to do within 15 mi
90Elite
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#2
Glenn Cunningham Lake
Good
15.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Glenn Cunningham Lake in Nebraska offers established campsites (no dispersed camping) with both tent and RV options. Reservations are required via Recreation.gov; fees apply…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 145 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Lake Cunningham
Good
15.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Lake Cunningham camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Nebraska. This well-equipped camping spot offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay…
Why 90: live conditions (good) · 145 things to do within 15 mi
90Elite
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#4
Louisville Lakes State Rec Area
Good
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Louisville Lakes State Recreation Area Camping Area is located in Nebraska and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The nearby Platte River is a popular spot for…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
88Elite
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#5
Lake 18 Tent Camping
Good
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Lake 18 Tent Camping is a picturesque campground located in the state of Nebraska. This camping area offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. With its serene surroundings…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#6
Izaak Walton Park
Good
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Izaak Walton Park in Nebraska offers a beautiful camping experience, surrounded by nature and serenity. This campground provides several amenities to make campers' stay…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#7
208
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Located in the state of Nebraska, the 208 Camping Area offers a serene and picturesque environment for nature lovers and camping enthusiasts. This campground provides several…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#8
209
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The 209 Camping Area in Nebraska is known for its breathtaking natural beauty and a wide range of amenities that make it a perfect destination for campers. Situated in an idyllic…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#9
210
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
210 Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Nebraska. It offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. With its serene surroundings, the…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#10
215
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
215 Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Nebraska. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience. The…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#11
216
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
216 Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Nebraska. It offers a range of amenities to make every camper's stay comfortable and enjoyable. The campground…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#12
217
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
217 Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Nebraska. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience. Campers can…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#13
218
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
218 Camping Area is located in the beautiful state of Nebraska. This campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can take advantage of…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#14
219
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The 219 Camping Area in Nebraska is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking an adventurous camping experience. This campground offers a variety of amenities to…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
83Elite
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#15
220
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 59°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
220 Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in Nebraska. It offers a range of amenities that make it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides ample…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Waterloo
The Waterloo area has 27 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Waterloo
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.