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Chadron State Park

Park Snapshot Dawes County 9 S of Chadron Lat: 42.70914 Lon: -103.01974 Aerial Map 973 acres (1 water) Click region for new search (AreaID: 42) Attractions Overnight Accommodations Facility Details Make Reservations Campground/Cabin Maps Printable Brochure Driving Directions Contact Information: Chadron SP 15951 Hwy 385 Chadron,  NE  69337-7353 Phone: (308) 432-6167 ngpc.Chadron@nebraska.gov

The majestic beauty of the Pine Ridge forms the backdrop for this great, get away from it all state park, 9 miles south of Chadron on U.S. 385. At an elevation of nearly 5,000 feet, the 972 acre park lies in the heart of the Nebraska National Forest and is dominated by ponderosa pines.

There are 22 two bedroom, housekeeping cabins available from mid April to mid November, plus a group camp/conference facility. Chadron boasts a top-notch modern campground with 70 pads all with 30 amp electrical hookups. Excellent hike-bike trails lace the park and adjoining Forest Service lands.

The park offers a swimming pool, horseback trail rides, tennis and sand volleyball courts, craft center, snack bar, souvenirs, paddle boats on the picturesque lagoon, fishing, hiking, evening programs, picnic tables, shelters (which can be reserved), water, dump station, showers and modern restrooms.

Camping Facilities: 70 camping pads with electrical hookups* 18 non-pad sites without electricity *20/30-amp. 1-year advance reservable campsites Lodging Facilities: 22 cabins that may be reserved.

Located in the beautiful Pine Ridge of NW Nebraska. Campers will enjoy their stay at Chadron at the modern campground, complete with electrical hookups, showers, laundry, picnic tables, grills, a playground for the kids and a dump station.

All campers must register. Reservations are accepted. Reservations are taken for 50% of the modern camping. Reservations are taken up to 1 year in advance of arrival day.