Within the Mined Land Wildlife Area, Big Brutus Museum operates a small campground centered around the massive coal mining shovel that gives this destination its name. State Fish and Wildlife manages the property, offering just 10 sites with water and electric hookups, including two with 50-amp service. Sites feature level grass areas, though campers must request fire rings and bring their own firewood.
The main building houses indoor restrooms and shower facilities. Reviewers note the clean, well-maintained grounds and friendly staff interactions. Beyond the camping experience, the self-guided tour of Big Brutus draws families to explore the towering mining equipment up close. The campground also includes primitive camping areas with a playground and basketball court for children.
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Map & DirectionsBig Brutus Museum is located in Kansas near Pittsburg
Address
6509 NW 60th St
Scammon, KS 66773
Coordinates
37.27400078 N
94.9390004 W
Connectivity
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- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/8/26
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)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 41 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 41 min from Springfield, MO
- 1 hr 44 min from Tulsa, OK
- 1 hr 54 min from Fayetteville, AR
