US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Thomas County, Nebraska.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 48 |
| Site types | 28 standard, electric, 14 tent only no electric, 4 standard, no electric, 1 group shelter electric, 1 group standard, electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 33 sites |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 50 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Phone | (308) 533-2257 |
| Address | 40637 River Loop, Halsey, NE, 69142 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Bessey Recreation Area before you go.
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. Download the Recreation.gov app from your app store to pay online for first-come, first-serve sites. Recreation Waterfront activities are popular and plentiful at this facility. Adjacent to the campground, Middle Loup River is shallow and steady flowing, providing good conditions for tubing and canoeing. A seven acre pond stocked with largemouth bass, blue gill, trout and catfish offers great fishing for the whole family. There is also an accessible fishing pier.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Bessey Recreation Area is in Thomas County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.