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Learn more about alerts →Families and floaters who want direct river access for tubing, fishing, or wading on the Big River. End-of-loop sites handle larger RVs better, and the Coon Creek waterfall loop is an easy 1.3-mile add-on. April through May hits the sweet spot.
Sites run close together, and a rainy stretch turns things muddy fast. The nearby drag strip carries noise to camp, and some reviewers flag periodic bathhouse issues. Anyone wanting a quiet, private site should temper expectations.
Context for the broader area surrounding Campground (Sites 64-110), sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.
Swanson Reservoir, <A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Project.jsp?proj_Name=Frenchman-Cambridge+Division+Project">Frenchman Cambridge Division, P-SMBP</a>, was formed by the construction in 1953 of <A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/projects/Facility.jsp?fac_Name=Trenton+Dam">Trenton Dam</a> on the Republican River 2.5 miles west of Trenton, Nebraska. Reservoir open 24 hours. Good access roads. Fishing season is year-round. Available species include walleye, crappie, white bass, black bass, northern pike, channel catfish, and wipers. Irrigation supply reservoir experiencing minor fluctuations. The reservoir peaks has 4,974 water surface acres, 5,253 land acres and 30 miles of shoreline. Numerous tracts at each reservoir and impoundment provide food and cover for pheasant, quail, small fur-bearing animals, and mule and white-tail deer. There are 3,000 acres of public hunting land. <A HREF="http://www.usbr.gov/gp-bin/arcweb_trne.pl">Current reservoir levels</a>
Site is 3 miles southwest of Trenton. Nearest highway U.S. 34.
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April through May delivers the sweet spot: daytime highs between 55°F and 75°F, the Big River running high for paddling, and wildflowers appearing along the trails. Summer draws crowds for swimming and tubing but brings heavy bugs and occasional muddy conditions if it rains. The campground stays open year-round and sees visitors even in winter thanks to proximity to St. Louis, though facilities are limited November through March. Avoid camping after a rainy forecast unless you enjoy slick, soft ground.
Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.
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Official site notes campgrounds have modern restrooms and hot showers; the park also offers shaded picnic sites and two covered shelters. Visitor reports supplement that campsites typically include picnic tables and fire rings and that shower facilities are clean and available.
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