Outlet Channel near Independence, KS, offers a camping experience surrounded by flat plains and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Nearby, Elk City State Park provides hiking trails and fishing opportunities for campers to explore.

Outlet Channel

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Independence

The Best Camping Near Independence, Kansas

Greak hike, not much scenery. Too long to complete in a day.

Nice but long

This campground offers a quiet out of the way experience. There are only 15 sites, about half of which are electric and water. There are no modern restrooms or showers but there are several vaulted toilets that are cleaned quite frequently. Nestled below the dam this is a hidden gem. I camped here on Labor Day and the park was full. Prior recons of this park were only half full or less. This park sits on the Elk City Lake. It has modern (brand new) playgrounds, basketball courts, and even a sand volleyball court. The sites are spaced well apart from each other and I never heard much of my neighbors. You can only book this campground through recreation.gov. you wont be disappointed! 

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