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Platte River Campground

Platte River Campground is open year-round, on a first-come, first-served basis. Pull-in and pull-through sites are available for RV's, including electrical hookups. Tent and walk-in sites are also available, some with electrical hookups. Nearby is also a backcounty campground for backpacking enthusiasts. Platte River Campground consists of 179 sites, with 44 reservable through the National Lakeshore at 1-800-365-CAMP. Portable water and a sanitation station are available near the entrance. Water is located throughout the campground, also there are flush toilets, camp sinks and shower facilities located at the restrooms.

Camping is limited to 14 days. Groups can reserve campsites by calling 1-800-365-CAMP.

Map of Platte River Campground

PLATTE RIVER CAMPGROUND CAMPING FEES (Open All Year)


Campsites with electrical hook-up for 1-6 persons:  96 Total Sites, 27 Reservable.
Fee/night = $21.00 with no reservation or $24.00 when reserved.
Campsites are reservable 5/22/2009 to 9/7/2009.

Campsites with no electrical hook-up for 1-6 persons:  53 Total Sites, 10 Reservable.
Fee/night = $16.00 with no reservation or $19.00 when reserved.
Campsites are reservable 5/22/2009 to 9/7/2009.

Walk-in Sites for 1-6 persons:  25 Total Sites, 6 Reservable
Fee/night = $12.00 with no reservation or $15.00 when reserved.
Campsites are reservable 5/22/2009 to 9/7/2009.

Platte River Group Campsites (hike-in, tents only) for 7-25 persons:  5 Total Sites, 5 Reservable.
Fee/night = $40.00 with no reservation or $43.00 when reserved.
Reservations Required 5/01/2009 to 10/1/2009.

Shower Tokens:  Two 3-minute Tokens for $1.00.



**Reservations for the period of May 22 through Sept. 7 may be made by calling 1-800-365-CAMP (2267) or go to Recreation.gov: Platte River Campground

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