Protect, Restore
& Sustain Potter’s

POTTER’S PASTURE

For more than three decades, Potter’s Pasture has given Nebraskans something rare: public access to an extensive, privately owned trail system created for natural-surface, human-powered recreation.

Located near Jeffrey Reservoir south of Brady, the property encompasses approximately 1,200 acres of hills, canyons, native grasslands, and wooded corridors. Its trail network ranges from open routes suitable for children and beginning riders to demanding singletrack for experienced athletes. Two trailheads and camping areas have helped make Potter’s a true outdoor destination.

A NEBRASKA WORTH RESTORING

The Cottonwood Fire directly hit Potter’s Pasture in March 2026. Firsthand reports from the property documented damaged fences, burned and weakened trees, and the loss of a campground storage building. Remarkably, no one was injured—a result credited to volunteer firefighters and departments responding from across Nebraska.

Help Restore Potter’s Pasture

Contributions will help fund land acquisition and conservation, professional planning, wildfire recovery, trail restoration, campground improvements, stewardship equipment, volunteer programs, and long-term maintenance.

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1,200 Acres, One Vision: Public Land for All

Together, we can honor Steve Potter’s intent, carry forward three decades of volunteer stewardship, and ensure that this remarkable Nebraska landscape—its trails, native grasslands, sunsets, dark skies, and sense of possibility—remains open, resilient, and cared for forever.

A Legacy of Open Land

Steve Potter envisioned a place where people could ride, hike, camp, and explore without repeatedly seeking permission from landowners. He assembled adjoining parcels into approximately 1,200 acres and opened the property for public recreation.

Several years before his death in 2019, Steve placed Potter's Pasture into a trust — an arrangement that reflected his desire to preserve both the property and the recreational community that had formed around it.

For roughly 30 years, the Potter's Pasture Bike & Recreation Club, along with local riders and volunteers, has carried that vision forward: building and maintaining trails, developing campgrounds, improving access roads, hosting events, and cultivating a culture grounded in generosity and stewardship.

Every contribution will build upon work already underway. It will help protect a landscape, restore a recreation destination, strengthen community health, support workforce competitiveness, and generate sustainable economic activity across west-central Nebraska.

We invite you to help secure Potter’s Pasture, restore its trails, and protect its spirit of human-powered exploration. Together, we can honor Steve Potter’s intent, carry forward three decades of volunteer stewardship, and ensure that this remarkable Nebraska landscape—its trails, native grasslands, sunsets, dark skies, and sense of possibility—remains open, resilient, and cared for forever.

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Strong Partnerships with a Clear Path

  • "Such a beautiful and quiet campsite off the beaten path. The fire pit and seating areas were wonderful and we enjoyed hiking the trails. We’ll definitely be staying again!"

    — Andy C.

  • "Potters Pefect Pasture was a delight! It was clean and groomed well for a camping area. I had the place to myself it was awesome. Turned out to be more than I thought. I hope to book it on my way home."

    — Craig D.

  • "Two of the best days of my life. This place is an isolated oasis. The trails were wonderful. My dogs had the best time."

    —Dennis B.

  • "Such a unique and amazing spot! Legitimately the most incredible terrain in Nebraska. Our campsite was easy to find and we got there just in time to catch sunset. Would 100% recommend."

    — Ashton L.

Your Questions, Answered

  • Gifts to Potter’s Pasture will help fund land acquisition and conservation, professional planning, wildfire recovery, trail restoration, campground improvements, stewardship equipment, volunteer programs, and long-term maintenance.

    Every contribution will build upon work already underway. It will help protect a landscape, restore a recreation destination, strengthen community health, support workforce competitiveness, and generate sustainable economic activity across west-central Nebraska.

    We invite you to help secure Potter’s Pasture, restore its trails, and protect its spirit of human-powered exploration. Together, we can honor Steve Potter’s intent, carry forward three decades of volunteer stewardship, and ensure that this remarkable Nebraska landscape—its trails, native grasslands, sunsets, dark skies, and sense of possibility—remains open, resilient, and cared for forever.

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  • With your donation and support, Potter’s Pasture will advance three connected priorities:

    Protect the place. Acquire and permanently conserve the property while preserving public access for natural-surface, human-powered recreation.

    Restore and strengthen the experience. Build on volunteer recovery by addressing wildfire damage, hazardous trees, fences, erosion, drainage, trails, campground facilities, signs, and visitor infrastructure.

    Sustain the legacy. Establish the partnerships, earned revenue, volunteer programs, organizational capacity, and long-term funding needed to care for the property.

  • Visitors to Potter’s purchase fuel, meals, groceries, equipment, repairs, lodging, and other services. Event participants bring teammates, families, spectators, and volunteers. Camping and multi-day recreation extend stays and increase the value of each visit.

  • You Betcha! POTTERS RACE DAY IS BACK!

    Saturday, October 17th

    Grab your bikes (Gravel & Mountain Bike), lace up your running shoes, round up your friends, and get ready for the 3rd Annual Potters Race Day!

    Whether you’re chasing a podium, looking for a new challenge, or want to spend an awesome fall day outdoors, an adventure awaits you at Potter’s Pasture.

    Learn More & Register →

  • With over 36 miles of trails, guests can explore scenic ridges, valleys, and flowing single-track routes right outside the campground. Download or visit Trailforks to see and use our interactive map before and while you are visiting.

    Potter's Pasture trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has shared hundreds of photos from this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running and E-Biking.

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  • Yes, Potter’s Pasture Campground sits directly across the road from 1,200+ acres of premier mountain biking and hiking terrain—some of the best in Nebraska.

    The campground offers electrical and water hookups, plus newly installed Starlink internet, making it easy to stay connected while enjoying the outdoors. Whether you’re here to ride, hike, or camp, Potters Pasture is an ideal basecamp for your adventure. There are two gated entrances to the property, with the larger gate located north of the main entrance for easy access. Come camp, explore, and enjoy your adventure at Potters Pasture.

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