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Other Names | Headgate Campground, Weir Park, Loup River, Genoa, Weir Campground |
Last Known Status | Closed |
This large open area at one time offered about 600 acres of sandy woods trails, hill climbs and play areas to motorized use but is now closed. The campground, picnic sites and fishing areas will remain open. This listing will remain for historical purposes and to help prevent a wasted trip.
Permit Required | No | |
Dates Open | Closed | |
Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
Noise Limit | No | |
Whip Flags | Not Required | |
Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Prohibited | |
ATVs | Prohibited | |
UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
2 Stroke Engines | Prohibited | |
Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
Night Riding | No | |
Alcohol | Prohibited | |
Rule Enforcement |
Approx Size | 600 acres (1 sq mi) | |
Elevation | 1575 to 1585 ft. | |
Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
Loose Dirt | None | |
Hard Pack | None | |
Sand | All | |
Mud | None | |
Dust | None | |
Rocks | None | |
Trees | Some | |
Steep Hills | None | |
Water Crossings | Some | |
Small Jumps | Some | |
Large Jumps | None | |
Berms | Few | |
Sand/Gravel Pits | Some | |
Single Track | None | |
Roads | None | |
Rider Traffic | Some | |
Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
Novice | Mostly | |
Amateur | Some | |
Expert | Little |
Area | Motorized Trails |
Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
Comment | Owned by Loup Power District |
Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pump & Pantry (402) 993-6065 |
Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pump & Pantry (402) 993-6065 |
Water | On Site | Weir Campground |
RV Hookup | On Site | electric hookups available at Weir Campground |
RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (E) | Sapp Brothers Travel Center (402) 564-8268 |
Campground | On Site | |
Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pump & Pantry (402) 993-6065 |
Parking | (None) |
Entry | (None) |
Riding | (None) |
Camping | (None) |
Our Rating | Very Good |
Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
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Nearest City | Genoa, NE | ||
| From: Genoa, NE
1) Take SR-22 west about 4 miles 2) Look for Headgate Campground/Weir Park entrance on the left (south), enter and stage at the campground. |
Contact Info | Loup Power District 2404 15th Street, P.O. Box 988 Columbus, NE 68602-0988 (402) 564-3171 www.loup.com |
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