2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Saddle Ridge Campground at Hillsdale State Park offers campground facilities for equestrians with access to extensive riding trails. Located approximately 25 miles from Bucyrus, Kansas, this campground accommodates both tent and RV camping with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Sites are plentiful with numerous miles of riding trails and lake access. The campground maintains clean facilities and provides a quiet environment for horse owners and their animals.
The trails surrounding Hillsdale State Park connect to multiple riding routes through wooded areas and along the lake shoreline. Most equestrian campsites require reservations, which can be made through the Kansas state park reservation system. Water access points for horses are situated near the camping areas. Trailer parking is available at designated sites with sufficient room for both living quarters and horse trailers. The park area remains open year-round, though trail conditions may vary seasonally with some becoming muddy after rainfall. Shower houses and restroom facilities serve both the camping areas and the equestrian section of the park, allowing riders convenient access after trail rides.
"This campground is close to home for us, but we love it as a quick get away. It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. "
"We often find ourselves in a field with port-a-potties instead of lakeside with views. Not bad for what it is, I do wish they had more options."
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"Lots of riding trail miles and lake."
from $10 - $21 / night
"Nice little campground tucked away just outside Kansas City. Close to everything but far enough that it’s still really camping. Cell service on AT&T and Verizon are great."
"Just a walk away from a beautiful lake and your stay here is a perfect get away from the city lights!"
from $10 / night
"Located in east central Kansas on 2600 acre Lake LaCygne (cooling reservoir for KCPL coal-fired power plant). No swimming or skiing allowed, only fishing boats."
"Tucked in campsites with full hook ups. Great spot for kids to play but also great for couple wanting a spot. Bathhouse is really clean with hot water"
"The site is long but has a 1/4 moon turn so we had to pull back around to get better positioned on the pad so we could disconnect our 39’ 5th wheel and F450 for our 3-night stay."
"attractions: hiking. biking. close to Kansas City (40 minutes) I would go camping here again."
Available next weekend
from $15 - $52 / night
"We live near Crow’s Creek, and enjoy making spur of the moment camping trips here throughout the year. There are many spacious tent sites with great views of the lake."
"We love taking our horses to Crows creek, there is an amazing barn with stalls and it’s withing viewing distance of your camper/tent so you don’t have to worry."
"The bike trail is about 3 steps away from our site. only downside is it is only electric hookups. ( only a downside if you are a travel trailer/rv)"
"Some sites close to water. Great fishing, hiking, and 18 hole golf course close by."
"this little off the beaten path camp ground his paved roads, boat access for 2 areas 1 near the damn which closes a gate after 10pm, we use the other area near the conservation station(although ive never"
"Was a nice little off the way spot with a couple camping spots on the lake. The grass/clover was super soft to walk in bare foot no stickers. Great spot for families."
"Close to Kansas City so it makes a great quick getaway. Clean, friendly, and right next to Smithville Lake. Our pick for a short trip."
"These RV spots have great shade, are spaced nicely apart, and are a quick walk to the lake! Amazing sunsets! You can rent a boat for a half day or full day with advanced notice!"
ScoutFree laundry, (only 1 washer & dryer per bath area) showers, and right on the lake. Has tent camping up to 14 days, and its pretty laid back and clean. Huge facilities, no electric for tent spots but they have it in bathrooms. Fire pits and picnic table. Buy 3- get 4 nights for seniors 62+.
TravelerOur camp site was great! We stayed in Loop C and there’s bathrooms scattered all around the loop, pets welcome, no visitors past 10pm and no fires past midnight. Nice and peaceful and everyone around was courteous and friendly. 10/10 recommend staying here. Lots of acorns, if you stay under any trees so be aware! Also, there was sites that are one camper can fit in and other sites that have two right next to each other for family camping together!
ScoutWe loved our stay here, will definitely stay again. There were many shady sites and camp hosts were great. Hiking nearby too
GuideWe stayed labor day and was the only one arounds
TravelerThe renovations they just did to this campground are fantastic and really surprising to find in a state park. Most of the campsites were paved to an extent, but where we stayed they all had large concrete slabs that covered the picnic area as well as the landing site for the RV. It was very nice. They have planted new trees, so eventually it will have plenty of shade. The bathrooms were also clean. The sites were spread out and we had plenty of room to ourselves. The park as a whole was very nice and well maintained, as was the town. I would definitely stay here again!
ScoutPretty nice campground, decently large, has showers, a small store open from time to time, and a swimmers beach
TravelerWas a nice little off the way spot with a couple camping spots on the lake. The grass/clover was super soft to walk in bare foot no stickers. Great spot for families. Not the worst for bugs but mosquitoes can’t be helped. Toilets could use a good cleaning but weren’t the worst I still used em. Some broken glass on the beach but over all was a good spot to camp
ScoutI’m the attendant. Nice campground but very busy on weekends. A few sites have a view of Lake Jacomo.
ScoutThe workers were very helpful and informed us that you can’t camp without a tent or RV (we don’t own either (not yet at least) so no camping for us this time around. Plus if we wanted to it would be $31 for the basic fee so for right now we passed. Maybe one day we’ll come back and enjoy the sights
Equestrian camping near Bucyrus, Kansas offers access to over 40 miles of riding trails across multiple parks within a 30-mile radius. The area sits at approximately 1,000 feet elevation with a humid continental climate featuring hot summers and cold winters. Fall months (September-November) typically provide the most comfortable temperatures for horse camping with decreased insect activity and moderate rainfall.
Trail riding around Hillsdale Lake: Lake views and wooded paths provide varied terrain for riders of all experience levels. At Russell Crites Primitive — Hillsdale State Park, riders can access trails that connect to the lake shoreline. As one camper notes: "It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. The sites and facilities are well kept and clean."
Bow range practice: Several parks offer archery facilities for campers who want to practice during their stay. "It also has a great bow range for siting in and practicing with your bow. You can even climb towers to practice shooting from 'tree-stand' elevations," mentions a visitor to Hillsdale State Park.
Fishing access points: Most equestrian sites are within walking distance of fishing spots. At Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park, "The bathrooms are the nicest campground bathrooms I've ever used - large, clean, and not communal, so you get a sink, toilet, and shower all to yourself. This campground is in close proximity to the lake, trails, and many other outdoorsy diversions!"
Quiet camping environment: Many equestrian campers appreciate the peaceful setting away from more crowded areas. At Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park, visitors mention: "Sites are plentiful. Lots of riding trail miles and lake."
Clean facilities: The maintenance of shower houses and restrooms gets consistently positive mentions. One camper at Weston Bend State Park Campground shares: "These are the cleanest bathrooms and facilities that I have been to I think Mabye ever. The camp hosts were super nice stop by to make sure that I was all set up and didn't need any help."
Easy lake access: The ability to reach water sources quickly for both horses and humans is valued. "The best part is the view of and access to the lake! So beautiful and relaxing. We had a nice gravel site with fire ring and picnic table. We could walk right down a grassy hill to the trail along the lake," notes a visitor to Crow's Creek Campground.
Seasonal restrictions: Some facilities have limited access during hunting seasons or winter months. At Montrose Missouri Conservation Area, "There is no camping allowed after October 15 due to hunting season. This was not on the website and was not seeable in dust when arriving late on a small sign in the bushes."
Site leveling challenges: Several equestrian camping areas require advance preparation for uneven terrain. One camper warns: "Our spot was 13" unlevel. Luckily we had several blocks of wood to help level our camp out."
Weather impacts: Trail conditions can deteriorate quickly after rain, making some paths temporarily unusable. A visitor notes: "The trails surrounding Hillsdale State Park connect to multiple riding routes, though trail conditions may vary with some becoming muddy after rainfall."
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