Fee: Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type.
About this park
Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area is a 25-acre camping area on what was once the 4,000-acre spread that Buffalo Bill Cody called Scout's Rest Ranch. It offers hiking and great fishing access to the North Platte River, and it sits next to Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park. There are 23 camping pads with hookups, 18 with 30-amp and five with 50-amp service, plus eight basic campsites without electricity. Camping is all first-come, first-served, and campers register their nightly camping fees in a locked box called an Iron Ranger.
Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area FAQ
Where is Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area located?
Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area is in North Platte, Nebraska, at 2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Rd.. GPS coordinates: 41.16697, -100.78633. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area?
Nebraska park entry permit required: $7 daily / $35 annual (Nebraska-plated vehicle); $14 daily / $70 annual (other vehicles). Camping $10-$35 per night by site type. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area?
You can call (308) 535-8035. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Methodist Cove (107.3 mi, reservable)
- Hunter Cove (110.9 mi, reservable)
- Minooka Park (193.7 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Buffalo Bill State Recreation Area?
This listing was last updated on October 4, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.