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Nebraska Tailwaters
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US Army Corps of Engineers37Supported overnight records
3Published site categories
37Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Nebraska Tailwaters Campground is nestled along the Nebraska bank of the Missouri River, is a fun-filled camping destination just downstream of Gavins Point Dam and Lewis & Clark Lake. The 31,400-acre Lewis & Clark Lake and Gavins Point Dam are nestled in the golden, chalkstone-lined valley of the Missouri River growing into one of the most popular recreation destinations in the Great Plains.
For more information, please visit the Gavins Point Project Website.
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.
Facilities
Nebraska Tailwaters offers 36 campsites, 34 of these campsites have electric hookups and 2 of the campsites are non-electric and are for tent camping only. Amenities include modern shower facilities with flush toilets, river access with shore fishing, handicap accessible fishing pier, boat ramp, fish cleaning station and RV dump station. There is also a Group Camping Area with electric hookups, picnic shelter, fire pit, grill, and vault toilet.
Natural Features
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.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (402) 667-2546.
Nearby Attractions
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.
Charges & Cancellations
Reservation changes and cancellations can be made on Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
For more information on rules and policies regarding reservation cancellations and changes, please visit: https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 37 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
37
Vehicle limit
37
Vehicle length
32
Driveway entry
34
Shade
37
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The campsite mix
Standard Electric
34
Tent Only Nonelectric
2
Group Standard Area Electric
1
Operator directions
From Yankton, South Dakota, go south on U.S. Highway 81 for 2 miles, then west on Nebraska Highway 121 for 4 miles, campground entrance will be on your right.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
37 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 37 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-30 | Standard Electric | Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 5 vehicles | Pull-through 152 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 02 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-30 | Standard Electric | Car: limit unknown Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 5 vehicles | Pull-through 152 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 03 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-30 | Standard Electric | Car: limit unknown Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 5 vehicles | Not reported 70 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 04 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 68 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 68 ft Trailer: 68 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 68 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 05 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 65 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 65 ft Trailer: 65 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 65 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 06 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 67 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 67 ft Trailer: 67 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 67 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 07 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 70 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 70 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 08 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 71 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 71 ft Trailer: 71 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 71 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 09 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 66 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 66 ft Trailer: 66 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 66 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 10 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 74 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 74 ft Trailer: 74 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 74 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 69 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 69 ft Trailer: 69 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 69 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 12 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 65 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 65 ft Trailer: 65 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 65 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 67 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 67 ft Trailer: 67 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 67 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 69 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 69 ft Trailer: 69 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 69 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 72 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 72 ft Trailer: 72 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 72 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 16 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 78 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 78 ft Trailer: 78 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 78 (raw length) | 50 Shade: No |
| Site 17 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 78 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 78 ft Trailer: 78 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 78 (raw length) | 50 Shade: No |
| Site 18 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 83 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 83 ft Trailer: 83 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 83 (raw length) | 50 Shade: No |
| Site 19 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 82 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 82 ft Trailer: 82 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 82 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 20 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 79 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 79 ft Trailer: 79 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 79 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 21 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 78 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 78 ft Trailer: 78 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 78 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 22 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 78 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 78 ft Trailer: 78 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 78 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 23 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 80 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 80 ft Trailer: 80 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 80 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 24 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 78 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 78 ft Trailer: 78 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 78 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 25 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 77 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 77 ft Trailer: 77 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 77 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 26 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 79 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 79 ft Trailer: 79 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 79 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 27 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 77 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 77 ft Trailer: 77 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 77 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 28 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 77 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 77 ft Trailer: 77 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 77 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 29 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 61 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 61 ft Trailer: 61 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 61 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 30 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 67 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 67 ft Trailer: 67 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 67 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 31 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 62 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 62 ft Trailer: 62 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 62 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 32 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 84 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 84 ft Trailer: 84 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 84 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 33 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 62 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 62 ft Trailer: 62 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 62 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 34 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Fifth Wheel: limit unknown Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 63 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 63 ft Trailer: 63 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 10 vehicles | Back-in 63 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 35 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 5 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 36 NTAI Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 5 vehicles | N/A Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site Group Camp NEBRASKA TAILWATERS Source updated: 2025-12-30 | Group Standard Area Electric | Car: limit unknown Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown Fifth Wheel: 25 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pickup Camper: limit unknown Pop Up: 25 ft Rv/Motorhome: 25 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 25 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 25 people 20 vehicles | Back-in Not reported | 50 Shade: Yes |