Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Saint Mary, NE
Nestled in the serene landscapes of central Nebraska, Saint Mary offers various camping options that immerse you in the area's picturesque natural beauty. For RV enthusiasts, the nearby Fort Kearny State Recreation Area provides well-maintained sites with essential amenities, including electrical hookups and easy access to hiking trails that wind through the scenic Platte River valley. Tent campers can pitch their tents at Cottonwood Campground, which features shaded sites alongside the river, allowing for both relaxing days and starry nights under expansive Nebraskan skies. For those seeking true solitude, dispersed camping opportunities are abundant in the Nebraska Sand Hills, just a short drive away, where open expanses of rolling sand dunes and tallgrass prairie create a rugged yet breathtaking backdrop. The region's geography not only features lush riverbanks and towering trees but also captivating vistas, ideal for wildlife observation and photography. With a blend of recreational activities, such as fishing, hiking, and birdwatching, camping near Saint Mary promises an unforgettable outdoor experience for adventure seekers and tranquility lovers alike.
Santa Fe Trail Campground in Morris County is located 48 min south of Manhattan, KS with an elevation of 1,298 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 32 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 39 and 102 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 28 sites have electric and water hookups. 4 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $160.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cottonwood Point Campground in Marion County is located 1 hr 2 min southeast of Salina, KS with an elevation of 1,365 feet. There are a total of 171 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 167 sites can accommodate RVs between 24 and 122 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 114 sites have electric and water hookups. 57 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Michigan Valley Campground in Osage County is located 47 min southwest of Lawrence, KS with an elevation of 1,062 feet. There are a total of 80 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of October. 77 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 114 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 51 sites have electric and water hookups. 3 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, swimming, marina. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Old Town Campground in Jefferson County is located 32 min northeast of Topeka, KS with an elevation of 907 feet. There are a total of 62 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the end of November. 61 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 37 and 96 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 32 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include playground. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Richey Cove Campground in Morris County is located 43 min south of Manhattan, KS with an elevation of 1,308 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 39 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 95 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 24 sites have electric and water hookups. 16 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $19.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Canning Creek Campground in Morris County is located 51 min south of Manhattan, KS with an elevation of 1,314 feet. There are a total of 43 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 37 sites can accommodate RVs between 10 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 33 sites have electric and water hookups. 7 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $160.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
West Rolling Hills Campground in Geary County is located 36 min west of Manhattan, KS with an elevation of 1,195 feet. There are a total of 74 campsites including 12 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 62 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 165 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 53 sites have electric and water hookups. 3 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $24.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, marina, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Hillsboro Cove Campground in Marion County is located 57 min southeast of Salina, KS with an elevation of 1,358 feet. There are a total of 53 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. 16 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Kanza View Picnic Shelter Campground in Morris County is located 44 min south of Manhattan, KS with an elevation of 1,328 feet. There are a total of 6 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. Max equipment length is 780 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $25.00.
Outlet (Vassar) Campground in Osage County is located 51 min southwest of Lawrence, KS with an elevation of 943 feet. There are a total of 36 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 34 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 34 sites have electric and water hookups. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $22.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, playground.
Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground in Douglas County is located just 23 min southwest of Lawrence, KS with an elevation of 999 feet. There are a total of 24 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of November. Max equipment length is 108 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 12 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, flush toilets. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails.
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Outlet (Melvern) Campground in Osage County is located 43 min south of Topeka, KS with an elevation of 979 feet. There are a total of 152 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 137 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 137 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $66.00. Some amenities include dump station, laundry facility, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Tuttle Creek Cove Campground in Riley County is located just 13 min north of Manhattan, KS with an elevation of 1,230 feet. There are a total of 57 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 56 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 140 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 39 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $24.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Dam Site Campground in Coffey County is located 1 hr 2 min south of Topeka, KS with an elevation of 1,063 feet. There are a total of 21 campsites including 21 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $17.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Recharge Lake Campground in York County is located 54 min west of Lincoln, NE with an elevation of 1,614 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 12 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 12 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $5.00 to $15.00. Some amenities include sewer hookup, boat ramp, restroom, amphitheater, ramada. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing, archery.
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