Roberts Tract Nebraska Nf
Open year-round on a first-come-first-served basis. No advance reservations. Campers must bring their own drinking water as only stock water is available on site.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
About
Roberts Tract Campground serves as both a campground and trailhead for exploring the Pine Ridge National Recreation Area in northwestern Nebraska. This small facility caters primarily to equestrians, offering an eight-paddock corral system, rider ramp, and stock water (weather permitting). Three tent sites with tables and fire rings are available, plus one additional site in the parking area for those with horse trailers or campers. The campground provides access to the Roberts Loop Trail, a 2.5-mile route that connects to the broader Pine Ridge Trail system within the Pine Ridge National Recreation Area. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water - only stock water for horses. Certified noxious weed-free hay is required for all stock brought onto national forest lands. This is a primitive, first-come-first-served campground ideal for horseback riders looking to explore the pine-covered ridges and canyons of the Pine Ridge unit. Motorized vehicles are prohibited within the Pine Ridge National Recreation Area, making it a quiet destination for trail riding.
Directions
From Chadron at the intersection of Highway 385 and Highway 20, go southwest on Highway 20 for 9.4 miles to Eleson Road. Turn left and go south 3 miles, road jogs 0.5 miles to the west, then continue south 4 miles to Bethel Road (follow Pine Ridge Recreation Area signs). Follow Bethel Road east 1 mile to Forest Road #737. Travel on Forest Road #737 for 1 mile to Roberts Tract Campground/Trailhead.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (308) 432-0300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Nebraska NF Alerts |
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