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Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf

Federal campground in Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands

Location: Chadron, NE, NE

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/red-cloud-ne-nebraska-nf to be notified when sites open up.

Extremely affordable at $10/night with direct access to the Pine Ridge Trail system for hiking through diverse landscapes. Real campers praise it as a cheap, low-crowded option with first-come, first-served availability.

Wildlife alert: Prairie Rattlesnake and Bullsnake present in area; also Coyote, Sharp-tailed Grouse, and multiple nuthatch species.

Insider tips for Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf: First-come, first-served basis; arrive early during peak season (May-October) as federal campground fills quickly Site 10 is a pull-through that accommodates large RVs Access Pine Ridge Trail system via nearby Outrider and Strong Canyon trailheads

Skip Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf if: Noise-sensitive: US Highway 385 runs directly adjacent to campground. Need hookups: No water, electric, or sewer hookups available. Travel October-April: Seasonal operations; closed outside May-October.

Best time to visit Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf: August-September — Verified camper report of low occupancy and pleasant conditions in late August; within official May-October operating season..

Nearby campgrounds: Roberts Tract (Ne) Nebraska Nf (Whitney, NE), Soldier Creek (Ne) Nebraska Nf (Harrison, NE), Toadstool (Ne) Nebraska Nf (Crawford, NE), Cold Brook Campground (HOT SPRINGS, SD).

Cell Phone Coverage at Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf

Cell signal at Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf (Chadron, NE): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Chadron, NE, NE★ 4 (2 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Noise-sensitive: US Highway 385 runs directly adjacent to campground✕ Need hookups: No water, electric, or sewer hookups available✕ Travel October-April: Seasonal operations; closed outside May-October

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served basis; arrive early during peak season (May-October) as federal campground fills quickly

Site 10 is a pull-through that accommodates large RVs

Access Pine Ridge Trail system via nearby Outrider and Strong Canyon trailheads

Best: August-September

Verified camper report of low occupancy and pleasant conditions in late August; within official May-October operating season.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Prairie Rattlesnake and Bullsnake present in area; also Coyote, Sharp-tailed Grouse, and multiple nuthatch species.

Location

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Getting there →

From Chadron, NE travel eight miles south on U.S. Highway 385 to the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf cost per night?+
Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf open?+
Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf?+
Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf?+
Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf open, and what are check-in times?+
Red Cloud (Ne) Nebraska Nf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 4 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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