Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf sits among the stunning landscapes of Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands in Nebraska . With 13 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf located in Chadron, Nebraska, offering 13 camping sites.
Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf
A Rural campground in Nebraska
Overview
the Red Cloud Campground Is Located One Mile South of Chadron State Park on the West Side of Highway 385. Situated in the Middle of the Pine Ridge Area, the Campground Has 13 Sites with Picnic Tables, Parking Pads, Pedestal Grills, Fire Rings, and a Vault Toilet.
Access the Nearby Pine Ridge Trail System Via Outrider and Strong Canyon Trailheads. the Pine Ridge Trail Passes Through a Wide Variety of Landscapes Ranging From Grassland, Ponderosa Pine Forest, Creek Bottoms, Canyons and Open Ridges with Views of the Nearby Buttes. Motorized Trails Can Also Be Accessed Nearby at Strong Canyon Trailhead, Spotted Tail Trailhead, and the Cliffs Trailhead.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 13
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: 14 Whispering Pines Pines
City: Chadron, Nebraska 69337.0
Coordinates: 42.69583333, -103.0036111
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Picnic|fire-ring|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 8 stations
Nearest Market: OMAHA/Lincoln
Notes: Signals FROM OMAHA/Lincoln MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 17 stations (5 AM, 12 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KFAB 1110 Am
Market: OMAHA/Lincoln
Notes: 5 AM, 12 FM Stations from Omaha/Lincoln
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ CCH 825 CCH 2
Distance: 8.8 miles away
Address: 825 Centennial Drive, Chadron, NE
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10315092
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
- Park Website: /parks/nebraska-national-forests-grasslands/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: nebraska-national-forests-grasslands
- Parent Park Name: Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
- Correct Park Type Mapping: nebraska-national-forests-grasslands
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 5.0
- States Covered: Nebraska
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1056
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1056
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: nebraska
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: nebraska-national-forests-and-grasslands
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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