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East Campground — Smith Falls State Park

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Smith Falls State Park

Smith Falls State Park offers beautiful Basic campsites ideal for tent camping while floating the river or viewing the falls. The campground is located along the north side of the river. The campground has picnic tables, restrooms and pay showers.

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Location

East Campground — Smith Falls State Park is located in Nebraska

Coordinates

42.89162 N
100.30978 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Features

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Picnic Table
Reservable
Showers
Drinking Water
Toilets
Pets
Fires

$15

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Arden C.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 4, 2023

Spots right by the river!

Love this campground. Super low key. There are some spots you have to reserve ahead of time, those are listed on website. Otherwise first come first serve. Iron ranger outside the park office if closed. Pit toilets and water pumps with potable water.

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Month of VisitAugust

Jordan H.

Guide

Reviewed May. 25, 2022

Great campsite

It was a great campsite! Bathrooms were clean, the view was amazing. There’s a little hiking trail and a boardwalk to the waterfalls. The campsites are a little close to each other, if it was full it may be loud.

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Month of VisitJune

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melanie K.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 19, 2022

Smith Falls

One of our favorite places to camp. Relaxing, lots of wildlife-make sure you raccoon proof your campsite at night-

Month of VisitJuly

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Edward K.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 24, 2021

The Highest Waterfall in NE

Stopped off at this park for a pass through and really enjoyed it. They have trails and boardwalks leading to the fall, and also a nice information and shop room. There are camp sites with no hookups, and easy access to the river for a little tubing. Hidden treasure out in Northwest Nebraska.

Month of VisitOctober

Price T.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 9, 2021

Site 1 is the Best

Was extremely lucky to get site #1. Shaded section with a nice little beach to walk into the river. River flows quickly but the sounds right next to the site will lull you to sleep. Has table and fire ring. Showers on grounds but does cost to use the shower. Just bring your quarters. Near by outfitters will let you rent a canoe and let you take your dog as well. Takes a few hours for the whole canoe trip but the views are breath taking and you can paddle right back to the campsite. Would highly recommend but do CALL EARLY TO RESERVE!!

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Pat V.

Ranger

Reviewed Jul. 22, 2019

Just Gorgeous!

The family was here this past weekend and all I can say is BEAUTIFUL! The falls are majestic, the river is serene, the camp spots are big, quiet nights, stunning stars, just a real treat for the family! This is a new favorite for us and we will be back for sure!

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Rebecca S.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2018

So much fun!

We have went tubing here multiple times over the years, Smith Falls is a great place to grab lunch halfway and cool off!

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Cade H.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 26, 2017

Childhood Memories

I visited this place back in the late 90's. I figured it was time I reviewed it. My fondest memories were of the mosquitos. Bring some high percentage deet bug spray for your protection. The waters of the Niobrara are some of the best in the world for recreational canoeing or tubing. The frequent sandbars of the river make it perfect for those who want to take a break from time to time. Smith Falls itself is very beautiful and worth it for the quick cold shower.

Primarily, this area is for those who wish to take a day or two to canoe the river. I would prefer the guided tour so you don't miss things like the 45 degree water that naturally feeds the river from underground springs. There are usually just class one rapids on this river, so anyone should be able to enjoy the waters the whole trip.

Month of VisitJuly

Rick J.

Guide

Reviewed May. 10, 2017

Family fun

This is a small park right on the Niobrara River. We had a great time playing in the falls and wading close to shore in the river. We were there during the week so it was not very busy with campers but before lunch time there was a wave of tubers that took over the falls area for a brief time before moving on. This area is amazing for stargazing because it is incredibly dark at night but bring a lot of bug spray, the mosquitoes could carry away small pets.

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kevin T.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 17, 2016

Smith falls

This campground is awesome with a waterfall. There is no RV camping. There is tables water, restrooms and showers. There is hikes but only stay on designated trails.