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NEBRASKA TAILWATERS

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63% of weekends booked at top sites·Peak Jul–Sep·37 sites

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The 10 most popular campsites at NEBRASKA TAILWATERS

The hardest sites to book at this park, reserving 63% of weekend nights in peak season (Jul–Sep). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site 18

Best here

Ranked #1 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 32

Top pick

Ranked #2 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 33

Top pick

Ranked #3 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 19

Standout

Ranked #4 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 11

Standout

Ranked #5 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 27

Decent

Ranked #6 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 16

Decent

Ranked #7 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 08

Decent

Ranked #8 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 13

Wait for better

Ranked #9 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

Site 21

Wait for better

Ranked #10 of 37

STANDARD ELECTRIC · Sleeps 8 · Waterfront

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About this park

The campground sits on the south bank of the Missouri River, along the tailwaters of Gavins Point Dam. Surrounding the area is the golden, chalkstone-lined Missouri River Valley. Nebraska Tailwaters is known for its exceptional Bald Eagle viewing year-round, along with many other birds of prey.

Recreation
Located just below Gavins Point Dam in the dam "Tailwaters" provides exceptional access to the Missouri River. A large 2-lane boat ramp, large parking area is available, along with an accessible fishing pier and many areas for bank fishing. The Lewis and Clark Lake area attracts more than 2 million visitors each year to its shores. Recreation opportunities around the lake include camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, boating, sailing, swimming, bird-watching, and photography. For the biking and hiking enthusiasts, three trails are available in the area. They include a paved trail that runs from Yankton to the Gavins Point area, a multi-use trail in the Gavins Point area and the Calumet Bluff hiking trail located near the visitor center. Wintertime activities include ice fishing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and sledding. Developed public parks and recreation areas surround the lake above and below Gavins Point Dam. Camping facilities provided by the Corps and the States of South Dakota and Nebraska include boat ramps, picnic areas, campsites with electricity, modern restrooms, playground equipment and trailer dump stations.

Nearby
The Lewis and Clark Visitor Center , exhibits on Missouri River and area history including the Lewis and Clark Expedition with stunning views of Lewis and Clark Lake along with the Missouri River. Please contact the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center at (402) 667-2546 for more information. The Gavins Point National Fish Hatchery and Aquarium Visit nearby Yankton, South Dakota - the historic capitol of the Dakota Territory.