Campgrounds in Kansas
Kansas has 77 campgrounds in the Camphive database, from free dispersed and BLM camping to developed state park and national forest sites. The highest-rated spots are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
Camping on a budget? See the 4 free camping spots in Kansas.
Of the 40 top-rated spots listed below, 39 are free.
Top campgrounds in Kansas
- Kanopolis State Park — KS - Marquette · $10/night · Vistas 6.5
- RICHEY COVE — RICHEY COVE · Vistas 6
- RIVERSIDE WEST — RIVERSIDE WEST · Vistas 6
- Fredonia Bay State Park — Fredonia Bay State Park · Vistas 6
- OUTLET (POMONA LAKE) — OUTLET (POMONA LAKE) · Vistas 5.9
- VENANGO PARK — VENANGO PARK · Vistas 5.8
- STOCKDALE — STOCKDALE · Vistas 5.8
- LONGVIEW — LONGVIEW · Vistas 5.8
- MOUND VALLEY — MOUND VALLEY · Vistas 5.7
- OUTLET(MELVERN) — OUTLET(MELVERN) · Vistas 5.5
- CANNING CREEK — CANNING CREEK · Vistas 5.5
- Bluestem — Bluestem · Vistas 5.5
- Cross Timbers State Park-Toronto Point — Cross Timbers State Park-Toronto Point · Vistas 5.5
- WHITEHALL BAY — WHITEHALL BAY · Vistas 5.5
- Kit Carson Cove — Kit Carson Cove · Vistas 5.5
- ARROW ROCK — ARROW ROCK · Vistas 5.5
- ROCK CREEK (KS) — ROCK CREEK (KS) · Vistas 5.3
- French Creek — French Creek · Vistas 5.3
- COTTONWOOD POINT — COTTONWOOD POINT · Vistas 5.3
- OVERLOOK PARK — OVERLOOK PARK · Vistas 5.3
- DOWNSTREAM POINT — DOWNSTREAM POINT · Vistas 5.2
- KDWPT Perry State Park — KDWPT Perry State Park · Vistas 5.2
- Rockhaven Park — Rockhaven Park · Vistas 5.2
- TURKEY POINT — TURKEY POINT · Vistas 5
- Kanza View — Kanza View · Vistas 5
- Council Grove Marina — Council Grove Marina · Vistas 5
- TUTTLE CREEK COVE — TUTTLE CREEK COVE · Vistas 5
- SANTA FE TRAIL — SANTA FE TRAIL · Vistas 5
- Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area — Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area · Free · Vistas 5
- Pomona State Park — Pomona State Park · Vistas 5
- Walnut River — Walnut River · Vistas 5
- Acorns Resort — Acorns Resort · Vistas 5
- Fancy Creek State Park — Fancy Creek State Park · Vistas 5
- Squaw Creek — Squaw Creek · Vistas 5
- WOLF CREEK (KS) — WOLF CREEK (KS) · Vistas 5
- COEUR D'ALENE — COEUR D'ALENE · Vistas 5
- WEST ROLLING HILLS — WEST ROLLING HILLS · Vistas 5
- East Shore State Park — East Shore State Park · Vistas 5
- DAMSITE - FALL RIVER LAKE — DAMSITE - FALL RIVER LAKE · Vistas 5
- CHERRYVALE PARK — CHERRYVALE PARK · Free · Vistas 5
Open the interactive Kansas camping map on Camphive to browse all 77 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
Kansas camping FAQ
Are there free campgrounds in Kansas?
Yes, many primitive and dispersed sites in Kansas are free; developed campgrounds typically charge a nightly fee. Check each listing for current fees.
What is the Vistas score?
Vistas is Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating for every campground, based on the surrounding landscape. Spots rated 8 or higher are exceptional; this page lists Kansas's top-rated camping first.
Do campgrounds in Kansas require reservations?
Developed state park and national forest campgrounds often do, especially in summer. Dispersed and most BLM sites are first-come, first-served with no fee. Each listing links to a detail page with what's known about fees and access.
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