Riverside and lakeside camping near Silver Creek rewards anglers with epic trophy catches.
With gently rolling hills and vast fertile plains, the area around Silver Creek, Nebraska is filled with terrific camping options. Private RV parks close to town provide convenient access to Platte River, a haven for anglers looking to catch channel catfish and largemouth bass. Convenient amenities include full hookups at beachfront RV sites, as well as free wifi, hot showers, and picnic shelters. More water-based fun awaits at Branched Oak Lake, about 65 miles southeast of Silver Creek. Along with fishing for walleye and bluegill, campers can enjoy horseback riding on equestrian trails, taking aim at an archery range, or spotting bald eagles during a spring visit. Lakeside campground amenities include electric hookups, dump stations, and modern restrooms. For family-friendly camping, head to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park where there’s a challenging ropes course through the forest canopy, an aquatic center with water slides, and an indoor playground for kids. Pitch a tent on grassy, level campsites, or park on RV sites near basketball courts and laundry facilities.