Water enthusiasts will find a small lake for fishing and boating at this county-managed campground in southeast Kansas. Idle Hour Lake operates on a budget-friendly model, offering free primitive camping or sites with full hookups for $10 per night. The facility accommodates RVs up to 50 feet with electric, water, and sewer connections available.
Campers can secure waterfront spots along the lake's edge. The campground provides essential amenities including restrooms, showers, and a dump station. For those exploring the broader region, campsites near Cherryvale offer additional options about 17 miles northwest.
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Location
Public CampgroundIdle Hour Lake is located in Kansas
Coordinates
37.14300002 N
95.28800028 W
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Joplin, MO
- 1 hr 36 min from Tulsa, OK
- 2 hrs 1 min from Springfield, MO
- 2 hrs 14 min from Fayetteville, AR
