Free camping along the shore of Pomona Lake means Cedar Park draws a steady mix of tent campers and RV travelers, all arriving via dusty gravel roads that reviewers consistently flag as the main obstacle to entry. Drive-in access is straightforward once you accept the road conditions, and sites are well-spaced with gravel parking pads for rigs or open grassy areas for tents. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. A single vault toilet serves the area and, based on multiple reviews, rangers keep it maintained reasonably well.
Waterfront sites give direct views of the lake, and the area includes a gravel boat ramp, making it a functional base for anglers and kayakers. Cleanliness comes up repeatedly across reviews as a genuine positive, which is notable for a free, year-round site. Wildlife sightings, including deer, turkeys, and vultures, are common on the roads in and around the campground. Cell service is listed as available. The campground is open to pets and alcohol, and site numbers have recently been marked with permanent plaques, with a payment kiosk planned for a future date.
"Beach access for fishing and kayaking," notes Redneck R., summing up what makes the waterfront access here worth the drive. The site is currently free, though one reviewer mentioned that fees may be introduced once the kiosk is installed, so it is worth checking current status before planning a trip. Campers who want more developed facilities nearby can look at campgrounds near Pomona Recreation Area, including Wauconduh- Pomona State Park roughly 2.4 miles south, which provides a more structured alternative.
Description
This recreation area is part of Pomona Lake
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCedar Park is located in Kansas near Vassar
Coordinates
38.69300032 N
95.6090004 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 7/27/26
- AT&T5GExcellent 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
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
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Drive Time
- 28 min from Topeka, KS
- 48 min from Lawrence, KS
- 1 hr 18 min from Manhattan, KS
- 1 hr 19 min from Kansas City, MO













