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September 15, 2021
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About Bessey Recreation Complex
Bessey Recreation Complex and campground is located in central Nebraska, adjacent to Middle Loup River, offering visitors
opportunities to enjoy the scenery, relax, and recreate.
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003, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 55 ft long · Gravel
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004, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 58 ft long · Gravel
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006, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 52 ft long · Gravel
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009, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 41 ft long · Gravel
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010, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 46 ft long · Paved
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011, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 30 ft long · Gravel
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012, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 28 ft long · Gravel
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013, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 39 ft long · Gravel
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014, Loop: HRWD
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80 ft long · Paved · Pull-through
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015, Loop: HRWD
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 ft long
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016, Loop: HRWD
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Paved · Campfire · Full shade
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018, Loop: HRWD
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Paved · Campfire · Full shade
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019, Loop: HRWD
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Gravel · Campfire · Full shade
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023, Loop: RVLP
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30 amp · 30 ft long · Gravel
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024, Loop: RVLP
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30 amp · 37 ft long · Gravel
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025, Loop: RVLP
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30 amp · 48 ft long · Gravel
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028, Loop: RVLP
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64 ft long · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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029, Loop: RVLP
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38 ft long · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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030, Loop: RVLP
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 ft long
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031, Loop: RVLP
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 ft long
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032, Loop: RVLP
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
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038, Loop: CEDR
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Paved · Campfire · Full shade
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22 Sites Available
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003, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 55 ft long · Gravel
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004, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 58 ft long · Gravel
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006, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 52 ft long · Gravel
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009, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 41 ft long · Gravel
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010, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 46 ft long · Paved
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011, Loop: CEDR
RV
30 amp · 30 ft long · Gravel
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012, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 28 ft long · Gravel
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013, Loop: CEDR
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30 amp · 39 ft long · Gravel
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014, Loop: HRWD
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80 ft long · Paved · Pull-through
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015, Loop: HRWD
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 52 ft long
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016, Loop: HRWD
Tent
Paved · Campfire · Full shade
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018, Loop: HRWD
Tent
Paved · Campfire · Full shade
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019, Loop: HRWD
Tent
Gravel · Campfire · Full shade
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023, Loop: RVLP
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30 amp · 30 ft long · Gravel
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024, Loop: RVLP
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30 amp · 37 ft long · Gravel
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025, Loop: RVLP
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30 amp · 48 ft long · Gravel
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028, Loop: RVLP
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64 ft long · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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029, Loop: RVLP
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38 ft long · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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030, Loop: RVLP
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 ft long
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031, Loop: RVLP
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 ft long
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032, Loop: RVLP
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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
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038, Loop: CEDR
Tent
Paved · Campfire · Full shade
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Reviews
157 reviews
Summary
The Bessey Recreation Complex is praised for its spacious and clean campsites, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff. Many visitors enjoyed the beautiful hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and the overall serene environment, especially during weekdays when it was quieter. However, noise from nearby trains and ATVs can be disruptive, particularly on weekends, and some reviewers noted cleanliness issues in the showers and bathrooms. Overall, it's considered a hidden gem for campers seeking a rustic experience in the Nebraska Sandhills.
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4.1
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Based on 157 reviews
5 stars
51.6% (81)
4 stars
24.8% (39)
3 stars
11.5% (18)
2 stars
8.3% (13)
1 star
3.8% (6)
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Jerry S
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2021 Stayed at: 004, Loop: CEDR
Spacious camp sites in the Nebraska National Forrest. Beautiful river crossing. Clean bath house, hot water. Nearly every site shaded.
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Paul S
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 Stayed at: 018, Loop: HRWD
We thought we were on the trains all night long
Nice to have a camping area in upper Nebraska
Bathroom doors broken
Need another shower house
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Phillip M
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2021 Stayed at: 015, Loop: HRWD
The National forest is AWESOME! We had a great time hiking, hunting and fishing. Grouse hunting in the sandhills to the west of the campsite was ok, not as good as expected. If you are going to grouse hunt be prepared to walk a lot. Fishing at the campsite was great, they have giant bluegill and catfish you can catch. Bring bug spray! All the park rangers are very friendly and want you to have a great say.
The only con is the campsite is very close to railroad tracks, and the trains run throughout the night and are loud.
I would stay again!
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Kelsey W
September 10, 2021
Easy!
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Gary T
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2021 Stayed at: 032, Loop: RVLP
Just stayed 1 night but the park was nice. No problems and the scenery was beautiful.
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Bradley W
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2021 Stayed at: 032, Loop: RVLP
Campsites are across river from a very active train tracks. This resulted in all throughout the night (on 15 minute schedules at some points) train horns. Also the hiking trails were overgrown requiring trekking polls to hold back the sticker bushes and 3 ft tall weeds.
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Rebecca J
VerifiedSeptember 2, 2021 Stayed at: 015, Loop: HRWD
Quiet area, great walking trail. Just a nice relaxing place!
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Susan H
VerifiedAugust 27, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: CEDR
Nice secluded site!
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Brendan W
VerifiedAugust 26, 2021 Stayed at: 004, Loop: CEDR
Great sites. Spacious and well kept!
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Location & Directions for Bessey Recreation Complex
40637 River Loop, Halsey, NE 69142 United States
Elevation: 828 ft
Getting There
From Interstate 80, travel north from North Platte, Nebraska on U.S. Hwy 83 for 65 mi to Thedford, Nebraska. Continue East for 16 mi on Nebraska Hwy 2, then South .5 mi from Hwy 2 on State Spur 86B.
Highway access
Bessey Recreation Complex is accessible via U.S. Hwy 83, which is approximately 65 miles south from Interstate 80 at North Platte, Nebraska. Nebraska Hwy 2 provides access east from Thedford, Nebraska, continuing to the campground.
Policies & Rules
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- The main restroom facilities and showers will be closed seasonally. Vault toliets are available year round.
- Only 1 trailer per site. A camper is considered a trailer. Additional trailers may be parked in the large day use parking lot. The group area is the exception.
- Keep off-road vehicles, cars and trailers on gravel.
- Off-road vehicles can only be ridden to the trailhead and back within the campground.
- Double camping in sites is prohibited. No more than two tents per site. The group area is the exception.
- Only 2 cars may park at one campsite. The group area is the exception.
- Some sites are tent only. If you have a camper, please make sure you reserve a camper site.
- Campsite must be occupied the first night.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Horse corrals not available at the Bessey Recreation Complex. Horses are allowed and corrals are available at Natick and Whitetail Campgrounds.
- Click here for more information about the Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands.
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