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Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake offers primitive camping with a 7-day stay limit. The dispersed sites allow pets throughout the grounds with no dedicated pet exercise area. Several campsites provide views of the 160-acre lake with gravel pull-offs along the county road and lakeside areas. Prairie Clover Campground at Clinton State Park and Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA both accommodate pets at their tent, RV, and cabin sites. The KOA features a designated dog park where pets can run off-leash. Most camping areas require pets to remain on leashes when outside vehicles or camping units. Sites tend to be quiet even on weekends, with many visitors arriving at first light for fishing.
Camping with pets requires planning for proper waste disposal as trash receptacles are limited at some locations. The pit toilets at Leavenworth Lake are functional but minimally maintained. During summer months, shaded camping spots in the forested areas provide relief for pets sensitive to heat. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park accommodates pets while offering numerous family activities. Visitors report that trains pass frequently near the Lawrence KOA, which may disturb noise-sensitive dogs. Wildlife encounters are possible around Clinton Lake and Leavenworth Lake, making secure leashing essential when walking dogs. The fishing lake lacks water hookups and trash collection, so campers must pack out all pet waste and bring sufficient water for themselves and their animals.
"We travel with two adorable rescues and appreciated the awesome dog park where they could run a bit. The restrooms are adequate and clean. Views are beautiful as you will see for yourself."
"This campground is about 35-40 mins outside Kansas City City. The town that it is located in has a lot to do as well! Campgrounds is clean and well kept! We visited in November so not many people."
"The great part is that the sites are so large, at least on the lake side, which is actually a bit away from the lake, but accessible by stairs from the camp sites."
"The park is also at a lake so there’s a beach access area where you can go and swim or just sit by the very large lake."
from $10 - $150 / night
Check Availability"We made a last minute decision and decided to stay somewhere near KC after a long cross country trip."
"Pet friendly and close to KC shops and stores"
from $62 - $131 / night
Check Availability"The draw for me is the many hiking trails accessible from the campsite. Great place to spend a nice Kansas weekend!"
"We take our dogs and our kayakes and we are set for the weekend. The campsites are clean and a nice private distance from each other for the most part."
from $14 - $60 / night
Check Availability"I'm starting to think that Kansas has a 7-day limit instead of a 14 because this is the second time that a Kansas park official came to the door and said we need to leave."
"I assume they went fishing at the lake. Bathroom was a little rough but manageable."
"We brought our two dogs here with us and camped. There are so many spots you can set up at on the trail that nobody went to. Keep in mind though that the trail gets very muddy if it has just rained!"
"We very rarely run into anyone else while camping on the trail. We have myself, husband, son, and dog."
"A couple miles down a secluded drive, nestled back in the woods right on the lake. Lots of trees, nice shower house. Camp host is friendly and laid back. Pet friendly, well lit."
"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. "
from $10 / night
Check Availability"Quiet, beautiful campground located just outside of Kansas City, Mo. We had a full hookup site located right by the playground and it was perfect for our family."
"Our site was very close to 30 but we were on the end with a nice yard. Water pressure was decent. There’s no Wifi in the CG. We got 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile."
from $33 - $48 / night
Check Availability"There are limited sites for camping at Hillsdale Lake. But they are all nice and many offer waterfront access. "
"Crappie Cove has the best sites, and it is very close to the kayak/boat ramp and the swimming beach."
from $23 / night
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LegendStayed one night at the KOA in Oak Grove, just east of Kansas City. The sites were all sunny and since it was 100 degrees, it was hot. But the pool was nice and they had a nice dog park which was ok in the evening after it cooled off. Close to KC so we could drive in for BBQ.
LegendGetting to the state park off I 29 and through the countryside was easy as the route had Weston Bend SP signage. We followed the SP signs to the campground(CG) where the gate was not manned so we headed to get water, but someone was sitting in the dump station waiting for another person to arrive so we went around this one-loop CG to see if there was a convenient spigot. There are spigots but with a larger rig, you will block the road, and/or you will be on a hill. We went back around and the person moved so we could get water. After that, we headed to pull through site 28 with electric(50/30/20 AMP) only. 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. There were tree branches overhead that we could not avoid. RVers next to us in site 30 had just arrived as well and were having trouble getting their travel trailer unhitched and leveled due to the pad’s slight incline and unlevel asphalt. They got their trailer positioned so they could get somewhat level. We got a solid two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. Due to our proximity to Kansas City, we got a lot of OTA channels. A satellite connection would be iffy in most sites here due to the number of mature trees. The trees in a lot of sites would also scrape the top of larger rigs. There’s a variety of sites with most being good for regular trailers versus tall rigs, and tent sites. They have a nice shower house with 1 washer and 1 dryer both for$1.50. There are also vaulted toilets here and there. There’s a 1.7-acre fenced dog park that includes one large area for large dogs and two other areas with one dedicated to smaller dogs. The dog area is at the front park entrance away from the campground and it would be a long walk to get there, so we drove up. There are a lot of hiking trails here plus an old tobacco barn that’s worth a look.
GuideEasy access to Interstate and pull through sites were long enough for our truck and 32’ trailer without having to unhitch. Stayed just one night as we passed through. Looked like it would be a good place to stay for multiple nights.
Clean campground. Nice grounds. Two good fenced dog parks.
Only negatives were our hookups were literally in the next site next to their table, and their fire ring was very close to our trailer.
ScoutThis has everything you want! Nice camp host! Swimming beach! Showers & nice toilets & a tent area and a RV area to separate it. Most tent and RV spots have shade!!! Tens have electic & It's CHEAP !! 20$ for electric tent & camper! They have water spouts at the tent area as well!! A walking path & a park and a huge dog park!!!!
Love love love this place!!
TravelerPros:
- so peacefully quiet, seriously even with the kids
- dog park with 3 separate areas- close to KC
- a hose at the dump station that you can actually hook up to your black tank flush
- both AT&T and Verizon worked great
Cons:
- I honestly have none from here!
LegendWhen we began our fulltime journey we stayed at this park for a couple of months and learned a lot about it. The management team was very friendly and would often disclose a lot about what was happening at the park. The park was in need of some improvements but it was clean and nice. The spaces are very tight in the travelers section and more spread out in the long term section. Many sites in the park were occupied by storage and the owners never showed up. To walk your dogs at the little park at night, you had to walk through there area. We called this the storage lot. The out of state contractors often had many loud and drunk guests which was obnoxious. They often harassed females walking their dogs to the park through the narrow street, and they were in the back section.
They had reasonable rates when we first stayed there ($40/night for in the city and $500/month). Now it is much more expensive, one night for our rig is $76 according to their website.
We never felt like it was genuinely part of the RV Community, it was more of a stop through or people were staying in the area for a job or to finish a house. It didn’t house many fulltime RVers that would continue traveling. They love to host NASCAR fans and know they are one of the closest parks to the Speedway.
Ammenities: Laundry Small Store Showers/Restroom Facilities Little dog park on the north end. Occasional BBq They were putting in Google Fiber internet when we stayed there in 2017 so I’m not sure if they completed it. Dump Propane Trash Mail
This location was the closest to our family’s homes so we have stayed there three times all together. There is a lot to do nearby and the main draw of this RV Park is definitely the location. You’re not far from downtown Kansas City, and still in the suburbs of Kansas City.
RangerGreat please to camp, not to crowded. Got busier on the weekends, empty on the week. Nice showers and toilets, laundry. Campsites were large, many had a good footprint enough to set up a large tent. We have a 20’ round yurt and had plenty of room. Lots of hiking trails in this park, some paved. Nice lookout point. Dog park was nice, well gated and taken care of, had water station for thirsty dogs. We spent 25$ a night for a 30amp electric site. Campground was well maintained. Only minutes from the historic town of Westin, amazing parks, lots of pubs and little restaurants. Nice place to walk around. I would camp here again.
GuideIt’s not the best I’ve ever been to, but it’s a as great family campground with beautiful views. We travel with two adorable rescues and appreciated the awesome dog park where they could run a bit. The restrooms are adequate and clean. Views are beautiful as you will see for yourself. Would definitely return. Tastes are $56-60
LegendAnother KOA that just loves gravel! The road in is paved, but there is gravel (and dust) everywhere else. There is also very little shade - so is was hot in July! There is a nice, but small, salt water swimming pool that was refreshing after driving 8 hours. And a small dog park. There is a small store/ gift shop with basics. The shower/bathroom was clean.
Clearview City sits at an elevation of 1,030 feet in northeastern Kansas, where the rolling prairies give way to deciduous forests. The region experiences typical Midwest seasonal patterns with hot summers and cool springs, making early fall one of the most comfortable camping periods. Most campsites around Clearview City are situated on relatively flat terrain with occasional water access points.
Hiking near the water: Clinton State Park offers several trails with lake views. "Camping out at site 13 for a real peaceful Saturday. Half of our group took the trail and hiked to the campsite, the other half got there by kayak/paddleboard," reports Daniel T. about Prairie Clover Campground.
Archery practice: Some parks maintain dedicated archery ranges for campers. "There was a huge puddle separating our pull-through from our picnic table and fire pit... It has a disc golf course, an archery range, hiking trails, and the lake," notes Myron C. about the varied activities at Prairie Clover Campground.
Boating and fishing: The 160-acre Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake allows for multiple water activities. "This is a small remote lake of about 160 acres water area. A county road takes you through the area and across the dam. There are gravel pull off areas and a lakeside gravel road," writes John G. about Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake.
Clean facilities: Park management maintains clean bathroom buildings at several locations. "This is a beautiful free camping. There's a gravel loop with some picnic tables and a couple hike-in sites dispersed along a trail... The main loop/parking area had some pit toilets that are very basic but honestly no worse than what I've seen at some paid campsites," shares Alexandra J. about Woodridge Park.
Privacy between sites: Some campgrounds offer more secluded options. "This was our 2nd stay at Weston Bend SP. Both times, we had site 26, one of the few basic sites. While some of the other sites were very close to each other, this one is relatively isolated. It's big too," explains Barbie G. about Weston Bend State Park.
Water views: Many campers appreciate sites with lake access. "Lots of wildlife, hiking, and beautiful lake," notes Dan M. about Prairie Clover Campground, adding that "We stayed here one night and wished we had booked a longer trip. The park is awesome, spacious sites and level."
Train noise: Several campgrounds near Clearview City experience regular train traffic. "The staff is very nice, the camp is clean the bathrooms are clean the laundry is clean the pool is clean overall a very pleasant little camp... The only two negatives are one there are probably not enough shade trees and two there is a train that comes by every couple of hours," writes Douglas S. about Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA.
Site spacing varies: Some areas have tightly packed sites while others offer more room. "The spaces are very tight in the travelers section and more spread out in the long term section. Many sites in the park were occupied by storage and the owners never showed up," notes Laura H. about Walnut Grove RV Park.
Seasonal closures: Not all facilities remain open year-round. "We asked for water, electricity, and somewhere close to the bath house. I guess two out of three aren't bad. The bath house that we were closest to was closed for the season. The open one was at least two hundred yards away," reports Myron C. about Clinton State Park.
Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated children's areas. "My kids love camping here, we came in an RV and we're barely ever inside it until we were ready to sleep. So much fun activities for the kids to do to keep them entertained and occupied, giving the adults time to do things like conversations and hanging out without kids interrupting," shares Dawn H. about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Hammock-friendly sites: Some locations offer excellent tree spacing for hammocks. "One of my favorite not the typical slice of pie camping great for hammocks," mentions Mark R. about Woodridge Park, while another camper notes, "The site was very secluded and had a very interesting layout. Lots of hammock tree setups too."
Safety considerations: Be prepared for weather and terrain challenges. "Only real issue we had was there wasn't a lot of flat ground. The tents we pitched were pretty close to the fire, and the biggest patch of flat ground was down wind from the fire," warns Daniel T. about his experience at Prairie Clover Campground.
Site selection for shade: Many RV sites lack adequate shade coverage. "The full-hookup sites don't have any tree coverage, but the electric/water sites near the lake are very cozy," advises Jason W. about his stay at Hillsdale State Park.
Dog-friendly facilities: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Clearview City offer specific amenities for pets. "We travel with two adorable rescues and appreciated the awesome dog park where they could run a bit. The restrooms are adequate and clean," mentions Debbie S. about Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA.
Leveling challenges: Uneven sites may require additional equipment. "The site slopes to the passenger side and down hill to the road, so we used a few levelers. Many sites here are sloped. The premium cement pads seemed to be more level than gravel sites," advises MickandKarla W. about Blue Springs Lake Campground.
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