Natick Campground is a primitive horse camp in the Bessey Ranger District of the Nebraska National Forest, south of the Middle Loup about 6 miles south-southeast of the old Natick siding. It has 17 sites and 20 corrals, vault toilets, tables and fire rings; the hand pump and tank are for livestock only, so bring drinking water. $15 a night by fee envelope; no reservations; open all year. ATVs and side-by-sides are not allowed; certified weed-free hay is required. From Thedford go 17 miles east on NE 2, south on Spur 86B, west about 1½ miles, then about 7 miles on Forest Road 212. Bessey Ranger District, (308) 533-2257.