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Peaceful Prairie Campsites

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256 reviews
· Scotts Bluff, Nebraska
200 acres hosted by Lisa B.
3 RV/tent sites · 1 RV site · 3 tent sites
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Best in Nebraska: 1st place
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
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Visit us and discover why Hipcamp named this property the best Hipcamp to visit in Nebraska for the past three years. Located within 2 miles from Hwy 71, we're easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave, according to hundreds of guests who have left positive recommendations... Peaceful Prairie Campsites consists of 200+ acres of prairie pasture bordering the south side of Scotts Bluff National Monument. Under the care of third generation steward, Lisa Betz-Marquez, the beautiful bluffs feature a stunning backdrop to a those seeking a private and peaceful experience, birding, wildlife-spotting, or an adventure-seeking hike. Rustic Tent sites (allowing cars, vans, rooftop tents, truck campers, and motorcycles, but not RVs or pull-behind trailers) are located directly on the prairie. The prairie is a fragile environment. To preserve its beauty and health, trailers and RVs must book the RV sites. We appreciate your cooperation. RV sites 50 amp electricity and a rustic experience on crushed concrete near our corral. You'll have foot access just steps from the prairie. All sites share access to delicious potable water, a clean porta potty, and a funky outdoor camp shower (with unheated water), as well as private foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge to the south side of our nation's Scotts Bluff National Monument. A small group of yearling cattle are at home on the prairie in summer months, and may share you the prairie tent area with campers in the months of May and June. Prairie guests have relished the feeling of having the place to themselves to enjoy the majesty of the landscape, the magic of our starry night skies and the soulful communion with the land. Lisa is the fourth generation of her family to live on Valley View Farm, located directly south of the prairie. Her family has been steward of these lands since 1925. Lisa is a member of a pioneer family. Ancestor, Martin Gering, came to the valley in 1887. As an early investor in the fledgling town, the town of Gering was named for him. If you're a history buff, ask Lisa to tell you more...
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Expand Your Horizon 2 (No Trailers)

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Tent site · Sleeps 6
If you love wide open space with a view that will knock your socks off, this is the site for you! You’ll drive through a gate and camp in a grassy expanse with the stunning bluffs above you and a valley of patchwork farm fields below. IMPORTANT: this site can only accommodate tents, cars, vans, rooftop tents, truck campers, and motorcycles. RVs and trailers must book the RV sites. If you have a portable fire pit, you may use it (only when it's safe to have a fire). Firewood is available as an "extra." To protect our prairie ecosystem, please do not bring in firewood from other sources. Amenities include a repurposed water tank turned funky outdoor shower, a super clean porta potty, delicious water from our underground well, and a trash receptacle within an easy 5-minute walk from your site. This expansive landscape offers extremely limited shade, so plan to make your own for your comfort. You’ll wake up to a stunning view and the sweet notes of the resident meadowlarks and blue grosbeaks. Coyotes will likely treat you to their song at dusk. During the day, if you keep your eyes on the hills, you might even spot the deer, or bighorn sheep. Our 34-year-old horse Tigger and her donkey pal Martha may wander over for conversation. The Peaceful Prairie Campsites consist of 200+ acres of healthy Oregon Trail-era prairie under the care of fourth generation steward, Lisa Betz-Marquez. You will have immediate foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge, including the south side of our nation's Scotts Bluff National Monument. On a clear night, you may enjoy our starry night skies. Tabletop propane cook stoves are welcome. There is no smoking of cigarettes, pipes, use of candles or other open flames allowed anywhere on the prairie at any time of the year. Visit us and discover why Hipcamp named our property the best campsite to visit in Nebraska for the past three years. Located within 2 miles from Hwy 71, we're easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave.
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Expand Your Horizon 3 (Tent/Car/Van

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Tent site · Sleeps 6
If you love wide open space with a view that will knock your socks off, this is the site for you! You’ll drive through a gate and camp in a grassy expanse with the stunning bluffs above you and a valley of patchwork farm fields below. IMPORTANT: this site can only accommodate tents, cars, vans, rooftop tents, truck campers, and motorcycles. RVs and trailers must book the RV sites. If you have a portable fire pit, you may use it (only when it's safe to have a fire). Firewood is available as an "extra." To protect our prairie ecosystem, please do not bring in firewood from other sources. Amenities include a repurposed water tank turned funky outdoor shower, a super clean porta potty, delicious water from our underground well, and a trash receptacle within an easy 5-minute walk from your site. This expansive landscape offers extremely limited shade, so plan to make your own for your comfort. You’ll wake up to a stunning view and the sweet notes of the resident meadowlarks and blue grosbeaks. Coyotes will likely treat you to their song at dusk. During the day, if you keep your eyes on the hills, you might even spot the deer, or bighorn sheep. Our 34-year-old horse Tigger and her donkey pal Martha may wander over for conversation. The Peaceful Prairie Campsites consist of 200+ acres of healthy Oregon Trail-era prairie under the care of fourth generation steward, Lisa Betz-Marquez. You will have immediate foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge, including the south side of our nation's Scotts Bluff National Monument. On a clear night, you may enjoy our starry night skies. Tabletop propane cook stoves are welcome. There is no smoking of cigarettes, pipes, use of candles or other open flames allowed anywhere on the prairie at any time of the year. Visit us and discover why Hipcamp named our property the best campsite to visit in Nebraska for the past three years. Located within 2 miles from Hwy 71, we're easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
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Cozy Canyon (Accommodates Groups)

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Tent site · Sleeps 12
Nestled in a gorgeous open area within our canyon, this exclusive site offers amenities perfect for a larger group of friends, a family gathering, a private, cozy hangout for two, or a solo retreat. The 3-tiered natural log amphitheater seating area built into the side of the canyon and large ceremonial fire pit surrounded by sand, is perfect for an evening under the stars. The separate kitchen fire pit invites more intimate conversation near the convenient picnic table. Firewood is included. (To protect our prairie ecosystem, please do not bring outside firewood). A super clean porta potty, delicious underground drinking water, and a funky outdoor shower is available nearby for all campers. Please note: If you would like to add a private porta potty or several, to this site for your event, this can be available as an extra with a week's advance notice. ARRIVAL TIME: April - June: 4 p.m. until 1/2 hour before dark.   July: 7 p.m. until 1/2 hour before dark. August: 6 pm until 1/2 hour before dark. September-October: 4 p.m. until 1/2 hour before dark. Early arrivals are listed as an "extra" and only available if we can accommodate your arrival time. Please text us early in the morning with your ETA, so we can plan to greet you.
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Toilet
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Partial Shade with Stunning Views

96% (62)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 20 ft
If you love wide open space with a view that will knock your socks off, this is the site for you! You’ll drive through a gate and camp in a grassy expanse with the stunning bluffs above you and a valley of patchwork farm fields below. IMPORTANT: this site can only accommodate tents, cars, vans, rooftop tents, truck campers, and motorcycles. RVs and trailers must book the RV sites. This site features a picnic table and fire pit (for use only when it's safe to have a fire). Firewood is available as an "extra." To protect our prairie ecosystem, please do not bring in firewood from other sources. Other Amenities include a repurposed water tank turned funky outdoor shower, a super clean porta potty, delicious water from our underground well, and a trash receptacle within an easy 5-minute walk from your site. This expansive landscape offers extremely limited shade, so plan to make your own for your comfort. You’ll wake up to a stunning view and the sweet notes of the resident meadowlarks and blue grosbeaks. Coyotes will likely treat you to their song at dusk. During the day, if you keep your eyes on the hills, you might even spot the deer, or bighorn sheep. Our 34-year-old horse Tigger and her donkey pal Martha may wander over for conversation. The Peaceful Prairie Campsites consist of 200+ acres of healthy Oregon Trail-era prairie under the care of fourth generation steward, Lisa Betz-Marquez. You will have immediate foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge, including the south side of our nation's Scotts Bluff National Monument. On a clear night, you may enjoy our starry night skies. Tabletop propane cook stoves are welcome. There is no smoking of cigarettes, pipes, use of candles or other open flames allowed anywhere on the prairie at any time of the year. Visit us and discover why Hipcamp named our property the best campsite to visit in Nebraska for the past three years. Located within 2 miles from Hwy 71, we're easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
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Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Low Clearance (Tent/Car/Van)

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 1 ft
If you’ve got a low-clearance vehicle, this is the site for you! You’ll drive through a gate and your site is the first one you come to. Note: This site will not accommodate pull behind trailers, these should book within the RV Sites. From your own grassy spot at the base of the stunning South Bluff (the back side of Scotts Bluff National Monument), you'll have a view that will knock your socks off in all directions: the towering bluffs above, and a sea of farm fields in the valley below. This is the perfect space to park a camper van or pop up, or spot to pitch your tent. This expansive landscape offers no shade, so plan to make your own for your comfort. You’ll wake up to the sweet notes of birdsong and the coyotes will likely treat you to their song at dusk. A porta potty, camp shower, trash receptacle, and delicious potable water is available on site within an easy 10-15 minute walk of this site. Peaceful Prairie Campsites consists of 200+ acres of healthy Oregon Trail-era prairie under the care of third generation steward, Lisa Betz-Marquez. You will have immediate foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge, including the south side of our nation's Scotts Bluff National Monument. On a clear night, you may enjoy our starry night skies. Currently, only portable fire pits are allowed in this site when it is safe to have a fire. These are not provided. Tabletop propane cook stoves are welcome. There is no smoking of cigarettes, pipes, use of candles or other open flames allowed anywhere on the prairie at any time of the year. Arrival Times: April - June: 4 p.m. until 1/2 hour before dark.   July-August: 7 p.m. until 1/2 hour before dark. September-October: 4 p.m. until 1/2 hour before dark. After dark arrivals are not possible and non-negotiable. Early arrivals are listed as an "extra" and only available if we can accommodate your arrival time. if you need to arrive early, please select this as an extra before arrival day. Text us early in the morning with your ETA, so we can plan to greet you. Visit us and discover why Hipcamp named our property the best campsite to visit in Nebraska in 2023 and 2022! Located within 2 miles from Hwy 71, we're easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Expand Your Horizon (No RV/Trailer)

100% (31)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 1 ft
If you love wide open space with a view that will knock your socks off, this is the site for you! You’ll drive through a gate and camp in a grassy expanse with the stunning bluffs above you and a valley of patchwork farm fields below. IMPORTANT: this site can only accommodate tents, cars, vans, rooftop tents, truck campers, and motorcycles. RVs and trailers must book the RV sites. This site features a fire pit (for use only when it's safe to have a fire). Firewood is available as an "extra." To protect our prairie ecosystem, please do not bring in firewood from other sources. Other Amenities include a repurposed water tank turned funky outdoor shower, a super clean porta potty, delicious water from our underground well, and a trash receptacle within an easy 5-minute walk from your site. This expansive landscape offers extremely limited shade, so plan to make your own for your comfort. You’ll wake up to a stunning view and the sweet notes of the resident meadowlarks and blue grosbeaks. Coyotes will likely treat you to their song at dusk. During the day, if you keep your eyes on the hills, you might even spot the deer, or bighorn sheep. Our 34-year-old horse Tigger and her donkey pal Martha may wander over for conversation. The Peaceful Prairie Campsites consist of 200+ acres of healthy Oregon Trail-era prairie under the care of fourth generation steward, Lisa Betz-Marquez. You will have immediate foot access to hiking at various levels of challenge, including the south side of our nation's Scotts Bluff National Monument. On a clear night, you may enjoy our starry night skies. Tabletop propane cook stoves are welcome. There is no smoking of cigarettes, pipes, use of candles or other open flames allowed anywhere on the prairie at any time of the year. Visit us and discover why Hipcamp named our property the best campsite to visit in Nebraska for the past three years. Located within 2 miles from Hwy 71, we're easy to find, easy to love, and easy to leave.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
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Free Bird (RV, Trailer)

89% (23)
Vehicle site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft
Our rustic RV sites have been described as "boondocking with water and electric" and that's pretty accurate. You will be arriving via dirt and graveled county roads, and parking on crushed concrete next to the corral on this working farm. The old corral structure is used only as shelter for animals, and sometimes camper vehicles during inclement weather. Our site offers private recreational access to 200+ acres of gorgeous prairie, including the south part of the towering chain of bluffs that make up Scotts Bluff National Monument. Below your site, you'll see a peaceful valley of patchwork cropland featuring corn, beans, and hay. Guests often enjoy walking their dogs along the road that divides these two scenic delights. Mere footsteps away on the prairie, you can enjoy mountain biking, hiking at all levels of challenge, birding, and interaction with our 34-year-old horse Tigger and her donkey pal Martha. Amenities: Delicious drinking water is fill up only from a hose right at your site, and not a dedicated hook up. Recently upgraded electricity is 50 amp. A 30-50 amp conversion cord is available as an "extra." A repurposed water tank serves as a funky outdoor shower. Though we do not offer dumping or septic, a scrupulously clean porta potty, camp shower, and trash receptacle are on site. The best time of the year for these sites is spring and fall, because it can get pretty hot most of the day in July and early August. Early mornings and evenings are absolutely magical, no matter the season. (We typically only make 3 RV sites available in this general area at any one time but if you are a group looking to camp together, we can accommodate up to 4 rigs with electrical hookups, contact us if you are interested in this).
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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97% Recommend433 ratings · 256 reviews

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Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Lisa B.

Joined in July 2017
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