RVUniverse Campgrounds at Sandhills Global Event Center

Rules

Check-In/Permits:

• Pre-approved and paid reservations will have a permit on their assigned campsite unlocked electrical box with their name and move-out date.

• Campers without reservations must check in before moving into campground and secure a permit for camping from the General Store or Sandhills Global Event Center Business Office. General Store is located in EquineMarket Pavilion facing the campground entrance (if open) Sandhills Global Event Center Business Office is located inside Ag Society Hall and is open M- F from 8am to 4pm.

• Please display permits at all times on electrical box assigned to you.

Check-In/Out Times:

Check in is normally after 2pm and checkout normally before 10am the following day. You may request earlier or later and we will try our best to accommodate.

Fees:

• All fees are to be paid in advance.

• Weekly and monthly renewing camper spot is to be paid at least 4 days in advance.

• All weekly and monthly past due accounts will be run at the current daily rate until additional renewal is confirmed.

Monthly Camping Payments & Late Fees:

• It is recommended that monthly payments be made in advance for campers wanting to extend their stay at SGEC. This will assist in reserving your current camp site.

• Payments made 7 days past the original due date will occur a $50 late fee.

• Campers with unpaid balances on day 10, will be asked to vacate the premises immediately and collection actions will be taken.

Refunds:

• Full refunds (100%) are provided for cancellations made at least 3 days prior to the start of your booking.

• Cancellations made within 48 hours of the booking start date will receive a 50% refund.

• Cancellations made on the day of the booking are non-refundable.

• Note: All refund calculations exclude the RoverPass service fees and credit card processing, which are non-refundable.

Blackout dates:

We reserve the right to block out the entire campground for events using the entire facility during which camping is not available and if you are onsite camping, you must leave the campground.

Children:

• Children must have adult supervision at all times.

• Those under the age of 19 cannot rent a space to camp without an adult.

Campground Etiquette & Quiet Hours:

• In order to maintain an enjoyable camping experience for all guests, our quiet hours are from 9pm to 6am.

• Please respect all campers need for a good night's sleep!

• All campground residents are expected to not disturb other campers at all hours.

• Campers disturbing the peace may be asked to vacate the campground.

• Campground residents are expected to treat their neighbors and SGEC staff with respect at all times.

Campsites:

• For your convenience, most of our campsites are designed so vehicles & campers can pull through.

• All campers must be well maintained and in good repair at all times.

• Unkept campers will asked to vacate the premises.

Campsite Presentation:

• All campsites are to be clean and orderly at all times.

• No pallets, tarps, wooden structures should be strewn outside your camper.

• Dumpsters are provided for your convenience.

• SGEC approves enclosed firepits and temporary dog pens.

• During the winter months, plywood can be used to serve as a barrier to help block harsh weather.

• Use of straw bales is considered a fire risk and is not permitted.

• Your personal belongings should be stored in an orderly fashion within your campsite, and SGEC is not liable for any damage or theft.

Vehicles:

• Sites are limited to 2 vehicles and they must be parked within your single rented campsite.

• If you need additional parking sites next to your campsite, you will need to rent another campsite.

• Any vehicles that don’t fit in your campsite including any additional vehicles must be parked in the Parking Lot E north of the year-round campground—must park in the far east end away from event traffic.

• Any vehicles larger than a passenger vehicle are required to get a special parking permit from the SGEC Campground Manager to display in their windshield.

Water:

• Water service will be available when there is no danger of freeze from approx. April 15th to approx. October 11th unless an earlier freeze is forecasted.

• The SGEC Campground Manager will notify each camper the exact water on/off dates each season.

• When water is turned off for winter, you may call Uribe Refuse Services for water fill service for showering and washing at 402.467.1239, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Dump Station:

• The dump station is located to the west of the campground.

• You must dump black or grey water at the dump station— NOTE: DUMPING GREY/BLACK WATER ANYWHERE EXCEPT IN THE DUMP STATION IS GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE EVICTION WITHOUT REFUND.

• If you prefer to use a pump truck service, you may call Uribe Refuse Services at 402.467.1239, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Showering, Restrooms & Laundry Machines:

We have showers located in the FR8Star Pavilion directly west of the campground entrance between Currency Pavilion and EquineMarket Pavilion.

• The showers are open with a code given to you at time of reservation with successful completion of long-term application & background check.

• Showers are open and available during most animal shows.

• SGEC Fairgrounds reserves the right to temporarily suspend access to these amenities due to event security–campers will be notified ahead of time if and when this may occur.

Fire Pits:

• Fire pits are allowed in an enclosed metal fire pit that is supervised by a responsible adult (this includes grills: charcoal/propane).

• To maintain this privilege, we ask everyone to place their water-soaked, cold fire pit ashes in a bag or container before putting in the provided garbage dumpsters, not on the ground.

FIREARMS,WEAPONS, EXPLOSIVES, FIREWORKS, AND DRUGS ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Alcohol:

Is allowed in your campsite as long as minors are not served and all SGEC campground rules are followed including not disturbing other residents at any hour.

Pets:

We want your stay to be enjoyable for you, your pet and our other guests. To ensure that this happens, when pets are outside of your camper, they must be on a leash or inside a secure, temporary pen within the boundaries of your campsite at all times.

• Unleashed, unlicensed and/or unvaccinated pets may be subject to removal and/or impoundment.

• Campers should be prepared to provide their pet’s vaccination records upon request from SGEC staff.

• We will accept pet licenses from any state. If you need one, you may go to Lincoln.NE.Gov/City/Health/Animal/Permits.html

• Please pick up pet waste and dispose of it in bag or container before putting in the provided garbage dumpsters.

• Pets must be under control and not disturbing the peace at all times.

• We reserve the right to call local Animal Control authorities if we believe your pet is in danger or a source of danger for other people or pets. - See and read Pet Policies (https://sandhillsglobaleventcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SGECPetRules.pdf)

Livestock:

No horses or livestock of any kind allowed in the campground at any time.

Fairgrounds Policies:

All campers must follow the Fairgrounds Policies. https://sandhillsglobaleventcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SGEC-Fairgrounds_Policies.pdf

Additional campground amenities:

• Cafes are open during events. An entrance ticket may be required.

• Shower Room (accessible with approved long-term application)

• Laundry – Free use of machines with approved long-term application

• High-speed Wi-fi (added fee) Connect to SGEC_Guest for affordable service options up to 50Mbps Access from any building & the campground High Speed plans available for streaming TV, movies and Games - starting from $1.95 per day per device.

• Murdock Trail – Walking, jogging, biking, dog walking

Emergencies/Storms:

See SGEC Emergency Procedures: https://sandhillsglobaleventcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SGECEmergencyProcedures.pdf

SGEC On-Site Guest Questions:

• During shows - Visit the General Store if open.

• Monday-Friday 8am – 4pm visit the SGEC Office or call at 402-441-6545

• Urgent After Hours/Weekends – If can’t wait until office opens, call 24/7 SGEC Manager on call at 402-429-4536

• Local police/non-emergency: Call 402.441.6000

• Emergency – call 911

Application Process for stays of 15 days or longer campground stays:

• Primary Camper’s application must be completely filled out.

• Background checks are required prior to approval to stay on grounds.

• Additional adult (19+) residents (Secondary Campers) staying with Primary Camper in same camper site must also fill out application form.

• If we find you have additional people staying on site without going through this process, you may be asked to vacate the campground.

• Primary Campers are NOT allowed to transfer or sub-let their campground rental lease to anyone else, including adult Secondary Campers.

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Area Tips

Our campground is conveniently located in Northeast Lincoln, not far from I-80.

In the surrounding area there are several gas stations, banks, major grocery stores & pharmacies (Walmart, HyVee, Russ's Market & Walgreen's). Hop on the Murdock Trail that runs right along the grounds for a bike ride, hike, walk or run. There's even a dog run for the pups across 84th street!

Nearby Restaurants include:

Fast Food

• Wendy's
• Subway
• Goodcents
• Jimmy Johns
• Sonic
• Amigos
• Taco Johns
• Runza
• Golden China
• Bagels & Joe (breakfast & lunch only)

Restaurants:

• Casa Bovina
• The Mercato
• Pizza Ranch
• Mi Tierra Mexican Food
• Mi Mexico Lindo
• The Watering Hole (bar/restaurant - website is for West location)
• Isles Pub & Pizza
• Misty's Steakhouse
• Engine House Cafe (breakfast & lunch only)

Coffee

• Scooter's Coffee
• 1893 Coffee & Cream
• Bagels & Joe
• Caribou Coffee (inside HyVee)

West of 84th along Havelock Ave, you can find the Historic Havelock district - here you will find some hidden gems including shops, bars, restaurants (some listed above) and more!

Looking to venture further into Lincoln? Visit downtown & the Haymarket! You'll find even more delicious food options, bars, breweries, shops, museums and the State Capitol Building.

Reviews Leave a Review

Laurie Stevens

4.0

Camping was an enjoyable experience and we appreciated the quiet nature of the area.

September 19, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Laurie, Thank you for the review - we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. - RVUniverse Campgrounds & SGEC Management

David Yooung

5.0

Great place

September 16, 2024

Campground Response

Hi David, Thank you for the review! Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay & hope you'll stop by again. - RVUniverse Campgrounds & SGEC Management

Patrick Clausen

5.0

Everything was great but had Zero WiFi we paid twenty dollars for a 3 day 5 devices plan and got nothing

September 08, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Patrick, Thank you for the review. We do apologize for the interruption in services but glad things went well. The interruption was due to a large wi-fi improvement project, so there shouldn't be any issues in the future. We hope you stay with us again. Thank you! RVUniverse Campgrounds & SGEC Management

Robert Sargent

3.0

If you are tent camping the tent sites with water and power are crowned and rutted from heavy mowing equipment. Bring a cot to sleep on because you won’t find a flat spot anywhere. Also don’t get the end ones by the road, they are the worst for tents due to the ruts and gravel.

August 29, 2024

Campground Response

Robert, Thank you for sharing this. I do apologize for the uncomfortable camping. We don't normally offer tent camping, but did for this specific event. We want to keep doing events like these and will allow tent camping during those times only. This is good feedback for us to take note of so we can improve for next year! Thank you! - RVUniverse & SGEC Management

Bob Tucker

1.0

We camped on the grass and it had not been mowed. You had the Gravel Worlds there for the weekend and didn’t have the sense or fore thought to mow the grass. 1,450 entrants in the ride and that is your “A” game.

August 26, 2024

Campground Response

Bob, Again, we apologize about the grass, that definitely wasn't our "A" game. It was great to chat with you! Glad you enjoyed the 75 mile race. Looking forward to seeing you again next year! - Sue M.

Clay Ehlers

4.0

Simple gravel lot, but all spots are pull through, litter free, and stable water and electric. Area around dump station has standing water even with little traffic really hot dry days. I wish we had a spot with the awning and patio to the east instead of the west, but I could not make that out on the map.

August 26, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Clay, Thank you for the review and feedback. We're sure glad you have a good stay overall. I will pass along your note about standing water to our Ops team. We are also continually working on our map functionality to make it easier for our guests to read. We hope you will stay with us again in the future. Thank you! - RVUniverse & SGEC Staff

Jim Thomasson

5.0

Great facility.

August 26, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Jim, Thank you for the review. Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management

Gary Collins

4.0

Our stay was good, not exceptional just an open gravel lot with water and electricity. There was no open bathhouse or any other amenities made available. But on the other hand, it was quiet and spacious. We would stay there again if the need arises.

August 26, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Gary, Thank you for the review and feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay overall and would consider us again in the future. We do have showers available in one of our pavilions and campers have access to those - we do hope to keep enhancing our amenities over time. Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management

Kari Mullen

5.0

My overnight stay at Sandhills Global campground was just great. There were no issues at time of hook-up and the campground that evening was nice and quiet .... even though the County Fair was in full swing. I will definately stay here again!

August 18, 2024

Campground Response

Thank you so much for staying with us at our SGEC Campground. The County Fair can be a busy time, hope you were able to enjoy in some of the fun. Looking forward to your next stay.

Amy Engel

5.0

Great stop for us, friendly and peaceful.

August 17, 2024

Campground Response

Amy, thank you so much for staying with us. Stop back by anytime.

Marlyn Dougherty

3.0

Had no sewer and more importantly, there was no internet.

August 08, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Marlyn, Thank you so much for staying with us. I am sorry to hear that you were unable to utilize the sewer and internet. We do have both of those amenities available. Specifically for sewer, we have a dump station. We hope to add these to the individual campsites in the future. If you are ever needing something and not sure how to find it, please reach out to our campgrounds manager at 402-441-6545 or 402-429-4536 and we would be more than happy to help. All campground information can be found on our website as well. SandhillsGlobalEventCenter.org > Visitors > Camping I hope you will give us another try. Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management

Jenny Higgins

3.0

Campsites were clean. Please consider getting Sewer into at least the front campsites. The showers are too far away from campsites, you have to go into where crowds of people are and are only available during certain hours.

August 06, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Jenny, Thank you for the feedback and I you enjoyed your stay overall. Sewers at each campsite as well as more accessible & private showers are something we want to have in the future. We are continuously working to make our campgrounds better and better. We hope you will consider us again in the future. Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management

Shelly Coe

4.0

Easy to park at, had some issues after a large storm and the staff were kind, helpful and prompt. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is the shower house is far from the campground and in the women’s area the shower stalls are not very private or secure.

August 05, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Shelly, Thank you so much for staying with us and for the kind review. We're happy to hear you had such a great experience with our staff and we will be sure to pass this along. As for the showers, we do plan to continuously improve our campgrounds and showers are one of those amenities that we will work on. I hope you will stay with us again! Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management

Christine Bankson

5.0

We tend to stay often when visiting relatives in Lincoln. On site dump would be very helpful, especially during Husker Football season.

August 01, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Christine, Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We're happy to hear you have enjoyed your stays. We are working hard to keep improving our campgrounds and we hope to someday have sewers available at each campsite. In the meantime, please utilize our dump station provided. We hope you continue to stay with us and always feel free to provide us feedback. Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management

Gordon Greene

3.0

Basic electric &water level sites some grass sites,some weeds quiet easy access to dump

July 27, 2024

Campground Response

Hi Gordon, Thank you for leaving us a review and I hope you enjoyed your stay overall. We are working hard to keep improving our campgrounds so feedback from customers like you is appreciated. We hope you will stay with us again in the future. Thank you! - SGEC & RVUniverse Management