The best campgrounds near Dunning, Nebraska with swimming

Looking to go camping near Dunning, Nebraska? Hipcamp has you covered with 88 options in the area. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $15, there's something for every budget. Check out the top campsites like Brodine Acres (37 reviews), Lakota Youth Development (8 reviews), and Steinke Ranch Buffalo (7 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and trash disposal. And don't forget to indulge in popular activities such as off-roading (OHV), swimming, and climbing. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Dunning

1. Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

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40mi from Dunning · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

At the heart of the largest intact prairie grassland on the planet in the Nebraska Sandhills, Seven Pines Ranch hosts self-contained RV and tent camping along the Middle Loup River near Seneca. Great for kayaking (Two-Hour Kayak Adventures available), tubing, summer wading, fishing and abundant wildlife, the night skies are phenomenal. The area is designated as an international dark sky reserve. The camp amenities include water, firewood and an authentic outhouse on site. There’s plenty of open space for your pets to run. We only book one at a time, so you have the whole campsite to yourself.

2. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands

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72 sites · Chadron, Nebraska

Ahhh, the heartland. Wide open spaces of undeveloped land in which to spread your wings and find some breathing room. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is one of these places, comprised of two forests of ponderosa pine and three grassland areas. Come here to set up your temporary little house on the prairie and be a pioneer camper for a while! Wandering and exploring is unrestricted for non-motorized travel here, meaning freedom is yours for the taking! If you don’t want to just head into the abyss, try visiting the nation's oldest federal tree nursery (awww, baby trees!), or the largest extinct bison boneland in the world at the Hudson-Meng Bison Research Center. Or, head to Soldier Creek Wilderness Area for a little rewilding and backcountry exploration. Keep your eyes peeled for prairie dogs and wildflowers popping their cute little heads up, rock formations dotting the landscape, and magic around every turn. There’s a lot going on in that grass!

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Toilets

Campfires

Looking to go camping near Dunning, Nebraska? Hipcamp has you covered with 88 options in the area. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $15, there's something for every budget. Check out the top campsites like Brodine Acres (37 reviews), Lakota Youth Development (8 reviews), and Steinke Ranch Buffalo (7 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like toilets, campfires, and trash disposal. And don't forget to indulge in popular activities such as off-roading (OHV), swimming, and climbing. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

98% (67)

Top-rated campgrounds near Dunning

1. Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

97%

(77)

40mi from Dunning · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

At the heart of the largest intact prairie grassland on the planet in the Nebraska Sandhills, Seven Pines Ranch hosts self-contained RV and tent camping along the Middle Loup River near Seneca. Great for kayaking (Two-Hour Kayak Adventures available), tubing, summer wading, fishing and abundant wildlife, the night skies are phenomenal. The area is designated as an international dark sky reserve. The camp amenities include water, firewood and an authentic outhouse on site. There’s plenty of open space for your pets to run. We only book one at a time, so you have the whole campsite to yourself.

2. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands

92%

(6)

72 sites · Chadron, Nebraska

Ahhh, the heartland. Wide open spaces of undeveloped land in which to spread your wings and find some breathing room. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is one of these places, comprised of two forests of ponderosa pine and three grassland areas. Come here to set up your temporary little house on the prairie and be a pioneer camper for a while! Wandering and exploring is unrestricted for non-motorized travel here, meaning freedom is yours for the taking! If you don’t want to just head into the abyss, try visiting the nation's oldest federal tree nursery (awww, baby trees!), or the largest extinct bison boneland in the world at the Hudson-Meng Bison Research Center. Or, head to Soldier Creek Wilderness Area for a little rewilding and backcountry exploration. Keep your eyes peeled for prairie dogs and wildflowers popping their cute little heads up, rock formations dotting the landscape, and magic around every turn. There’s a lot going on in that grass!

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Public campgrounds near Dunning

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Overlook 20 miles west, campsites in the middle of this stunning landscape.

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Liseli

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Nebraska kept a piece of my heart after my visit. We stopped at the overlook about 20 miles west of here and I fell in love with the land! Stunning hilly grasslands. This spot is nestled in some beautiful landscape, the river is positively mesmerizing , the land was just clean/ pristine. Bob was welcoming and came out right away to make sure I knew where things were. We were pleasantly surprised by the train activity, it adds another layer of character to this spot. It was chilly as we stayed in mid November, I’d definitely like to plan a longer trip back there to spend some time kayaking the river.

Middle Loup River Kayak Adventure bookings available under "Extras"

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Theresa

September 2025

15 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Beautiful remote and peaceful location. Bob made everything very clear about what to expect. The stargazing was stunning.

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Jack

September 2025

14 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Outstanding experience in a beautiful spot along a river. Very interesting area with a wide variety of wildlife and pretty walks. Bob was very nice and accommodating. I’ll be back again.

Randy

September 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Fantastic spot on the Middle Loup River! Bob is a wonderful host. Loved our first two days so much we added a third. Swam in the river, rode bikes to the prairie, and enjoyed warmth and a thunder storm. The Sandhills are peaceful and must be experienced! Outhouse is acceptable and clean. Bob supplied firewood and told stories about the prairie. We’ll be back!

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Emily

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Heavenly view!!! Best kayak adventure!! Friendly train noises!!

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Michael

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

The host was probably the best I've seen. The trip went a little awry so we pulled in late and Bob was very accommodating, he even helped us get to Mullen in the morning. so we could end our trip early.

Jerry

August 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With kids

2 nights at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Great place to experiance the Nebraska Sand Hills. Bob is awesome very helpful and accommodating. My Grandsons had a great time fishing and swimming in the river this was exactly the memories I wanted them to have. We will be going back again.

Lizzie

July 2025

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Great overnight stop at this campsite! Bob was very communicative and accommodating. The site itself was nice and spacious. There was an outhouse though we didn’t use it and bins for garbage. The river was beautiful and the road was pleasant to walk down with our dog in the morning. Would definitely stay here again!

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Jacob

July 2025

Tent

2 nights at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Bob is a very inviting person and highly recommend to do the kayak adventure! We had so much fun and seen a really good amount of wildlife in the area! We definitely will try to come back soon!

Ashley

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Bob was very kind when we called him late trying to find the spot to camp. The spot was very nice, peaceful, and we loved the river. I highly recommend for a nice, peaceful experience.

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Joshua

June 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

Camp was great. Bob was great. Absolutely beautiful view and location in the Sandhills!

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Jeff

June 2025

32 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

The site was a large level pull through lot with beautiful scenery and a 20 amp hookup. Bob was very cordial and helpful. The site is off the beaten path but you will enjoy it.

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Mery

May 2025

16 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Seven Pines Ranch River Retreat

This is a beautiful location right on the river, well-maintained and peaceful! The host came over after I had settled in to ask if I needed anything. I spent one night here on my way from Colorado to Minnesota, and would definitely recommend this place!