Sitting right off the Flint Hills Trail near Allen, Kansas, Basecamp Flint Hills gives trail users a practical overnight stop with both tent and RV options. The site has green grass, shade trees suitable for hammocks, and two RV sites with electric and water hookups. Amenities include drinking water, showers, firewood, and picnic tables, though the access road runs rough. Reservations are available. Those planning a longer stay in the region can compare campgrounds around Council Grove or consider Admire RV Park/Campground about 4 miles east. Book ahead during summer trail season.
Description
Located on the Flint Hills Nature Trail in Allen Kansas, Basecamp Flint Hills offers camping at the gateway to the beautiful Flint Hills of Kansas. BFH is 20 miles north of the world capital of gravel cycling, Emporia KS, and 20 miles east of historical Council Grove.
Perfectly situated for those passing through on the Flint Hills Nature Trail or exploring world class gravel cycling, BFH can accommodate bike packers, cross country cyclists, gravel cyclists, hikers, and hunters.
Ideally suited for group tent camping, BFH has shaded acreage and a large communal fire ring. Two back-in camper sites with power and water are also available for those who prefer a bit more luxury.
Seasonal facilities include an open air cold water shower and porta-potty available April through October.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBasecamp Flint Hills is located in Kansas near Council Grove
Address
204 W 2nd Street
Allen, KS
Coordinates
38.65332277472144 N
96.1739993826582 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 33 min from Topeka, KS
- 51 min from Lawrence, KS
- 57 min from Manhattan, KS
- 1 hr 24 min from Kansas City, MO
