Twenty minutes from Papillion and La Vista. Two private lakes, full hookups, and a gated lakeside campground — the Sarpy County area’s best-kept secret for RV camping.
Papillion and La Vista are full of hotels, big-box lots, and highway rest stops. What they don’t have is a private lake, full hookups, and a gated campground 20 minutes from Papillion city center. That’s exactly what Merritt Beach RV Park delivers — a real lakeside escape on the Nebraska side of the Missouri River, without a long drive to get there.
Down Hwy 75 South from Papillion or La Vista — about 14 miles. No tolls, no city traffic. Straight shot.
A swimming lake and a separate stocked fishing lake, both on the property, included in every stay. Nothing in Papillion or La Vista offers anything close.
Water and electric at your site, every night. Run your rig exactly as you would at home — AC, appliances, everything.
Working a contract in Sarpy County? Relocating to the metro area and need a base while you look for a house? Monthly sites are available with no full-season lock-in.
125 permanent pads with an organized campground community. Secured entry, maintained grounds, and neighbors who are long-term campers.
Two private lakes, a swimming beach, fire rings, and a gated community of long-term campers — here’s what everyday life at Merritt Beach looks like.
No tiers, no hidden fees — every amenity is included whether you stay one night or the whole season.
On-site water at your pad for your full stay.
Run AC, appliances, and devices without a generator.
Private on-site lake — beach access all season.
Separate stocked lake on the property, steps away.
Secured, managed campground — registered guests only.
All stay types welcome pets under leash/cleanup rules.
Sand volleyball, playground, and biking paths.
Designated fire rings with onsite firewood available.
Campground events for monthly and seasonal guests.
April through October — full campground season with full hookups and private lakes.
Quieter pads, excellent fishing, and mild temps. A great window to arrive from Papillion or La Vista before peak summer crowds fill sites. Some of the best fishing of the year.
Swimming lake fully open. Kids on the water, adults at the fire ring. Short-term monthly slots fill fast — contact the campground early if you need a site for a summer work project or family stay near Sarpy County.
Cooler evenings, prime fall fishing, and campfire weather. A favorite season for long-term residents. Low crowds, beautiful Nebraska mornings, and the lake mostly to yourself.
Seasonal lease holders can store their RV on-pad through the winter. Renewal deadline is August 31. Contact the campground before the end of summer to hold your site for the following season.
Merritt Beach puts you within easy reach of everything in the Sarpy County corridor — from Papillion ballparks and water parks to Omaha’s world-class attractions.
USSTRATCOM headquarters in Bellevue — 20 minutes north via Hwy 75.
Papillion’s outdoor water park — a great day trip for families in peak summer.
Triple-A baseball right in Papillion. A short drive for a summer evening game.
Kayaking, canoeing, and fishing along the Platte River. Launch points just minutes from the campground.
World-class zoo in Omaha. A full day out, 35 minutes north on Hwy 75.
Omaha’s historic cobblestone dining, galleries, and live music district.
Trails, shelters, and green space along the Papio Trail system in Papillion.
Dining and shopping hub in La Vista — Target, restaurants, and more.
All rate types include full hookups and both private lakes. The difference is how long and how flexible your stay needs to be.
Road-trippers and I-29/Hwy 75 travelers — pull off, plug in, and get back on the road in the morning. 30 minutes from downtown Omaha.
Remote workers, families, and work crews — stay a month (or two) near Omaha without a full-season lease commitment.
Lock in your lakeside pad for the whole season. Priority site selection, winter storage eligibility, and the best per-night rate available.
Common questions from guests searching for RV camping near Papillion, La Vista, and the Sarpy County area.
Approximately 14 miles south of Papillion center via Hwy 370 to Hwy 75 South — about a 20-minute drive. From La Vista, it’s roughly 17 miles and around 20–25 minutes depending on your starting point.
Yes. Merritt Beach is one of the closest full-hookup lakeside campgrounds to the Papillion and La Vista area. With a swimming lake, stocked fishing lake, volleyball court, and playground on-site, it’s a practical summer home base for families who want a real outdoor experience without a long drive.
Absolutely. Monthly RV sites are available on a month-to-month basis — no full-season commitment required. Monthly stays are a popular option for contractors working extended projects in Sarpy County, Bellevue, or the broader Omaha metro area.
April 1 through October 31. Peak season runs June through August. Winter storage (November through March) is available for seasonal guests who have a signed lease and deposit in place by August 31.
Yes — Merritt Beach is a gated campground. All guests including overnight visitors must contact the campground before arriving to confirm availability and receive gate access instructions. Drive-up arrivals are not possible.
Yes. Overnight guests receive water and 30 or 50 amp electric hookups at their site. Sewer is not available on-site, but local pump-out providers service RVs on-pad for a small fee. Contact us before your first visit.
Yes. Pets are welcome at all stay types — overnight, monthly, and seasonal — under standard leash and cleanup guidelines. Merritt Beach is a practical option for families and individuals traveling with animals.
Call ahead to confirm availability — then pull off Hwy 75 into two private lakes, full hookups, and a campground that actually feels like a destination, not a stopover.
Prefer to call? 402-979-1196 · we answer phones until 11pm every night.
