Best Glamping near Cottonwood Falls, KS

Eisenhower State Park Campground, located roughly 90 miles from Cottonwood Falls, features premium glamping accommodations including yurts with comfortable beds and electricity. The lakeside glamping options are complemented by modern amenities like showers, toilets, and picnic tables, making it an upscale outdoor experience for those seeking comfort in nature. French Creek Cove and Chuck Wagon RV Park also offer glamping accommodations with water and electric hookups, and covered picnic tables for outdoor dining and relaxation. The safari-style canvas accommodations provide a balance between traditional camping and resort-like comfort. According to a camper, "Great place to camp. Well worth $12 per night. Shady sites, fire rings, covered picnic tables."

The glamping sites around Cottonwood Falls connect visitors to exceptional recreational opportunities on nearby lakes and reservoirs. Eisenhower State Park provides direct access to boating and fishing, while sites like Beaumont Hotel & RV Park blend historic charm with outdoor adventure. Many glamping resorts maintain well-kept shower facilities, laundry services, and sanitary dump stations for extended stays. Hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities surround most glamping locations, with several sites offering boat-in access for water enthusiasts. The area's safari tents and yurt rentals are available year-round at locations like Owl's Nest Campground, which maintains full hookups and amenities regardless of season. One visitor noted, "Very scenic grassy fields and trees along a reservoir that has fishing, boating, & canoeing. Great birds for birding. Great lakeside campsites."

Best Glamping Sites Near Cottonwood Falls, Kansas (8)

    1. Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park

    10 Reviews
    El Dorado, KS
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 321-7180

    $10 - $110 / night

    "There was about 15 or 20 spaces all with electric. I believe there was vault toilets only but no dump station. We had to come up to the blue stem area to dump."

    "Ross at the main entrance is a great guy with lots of information about the parks & lake. Camp host at Sunflower Meadows was nice & helpful."

    2. French Creek Cove

    3 Reviews
    Marion, KS
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (620) 382-2101

    $12 / night

    "Very nice spots, it is a cove off of the main lake nestled way back of the main, very dusty dirt road getting here but very nice spots. I go back every year."

    "One of the nicer lakes I’ve been to, and cheap, the road is a little rough, but it’s a neat place. Boat dock is very steep, small boats only. Pay online is very easy."

    3. Eisenhower State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Lyndon, KS
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (785) 528-4102

    $10 - $85 / night

    "The sites were fairly small and jammed next to each other, and half of them didn't have great tree cover, but they all have a nice firepit and picnic table. "

    "Secure camping and clean on site bathroom facilities. Close enough to town for convenience but far enough away you get to see a lot of stars."

    4. Harvey County East Park

    9 Reviews
    Walton, KS
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 283-5420

    "I also like how they put boat docks behind all of the lake side sites. The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends. This campground has both 50 and 30 amp sites."

    "Bathroom was clean."

    5. Owl's Nest Campground

    6 Reviews
    Junction City, KS
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (785) 238-0778

    "There are Full hook ups, pull thru and back in sites, so it’s convenient no matter what you are driving. They nice level spots and definitely well maintained."

    "One week stay in this little park, close to Junction City and Fort Riley. Full hookups in pull- thru half circle asphalt tar or back-in sites. Close to Hwy 70 with some noise."

    6. Shady Creek Area — El Dorado State Park

    1 Review
    El Dorado, KS
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 321-7180

    $10 / night

    7. Chuck Wagon RV Park

    1 Review
    Arcadia Lake, OK
    41 miles
    +1 (620) 583-6616

    "Small campground with no public showers or bathrooms, no WiFi but good ATT cell service."

    8. Beaumont Hotel & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    El Dorado, KS
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 377-3085

    $20 - $109 / night

    "Located in the Heart of the Flint Hills in Kansas. Right off highway 400 about 26 miles east of Augusta, Kansas. Fly in with your own plane, drive your car/RV  or ride your bicycle. "

    "We stopped here for the night because it was in the right location, but were surprised by how nice it was. "

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Glamping Reviews near Cottonwood Falls, KS

41 Reviews of 8 Cottonwood Falls Campgrounds


  • S
    May. 30, 2020

    Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park

    Bed bugs!!! Don’t rent Cabin 5 Larkspur

    I’m exhausted, the last 12hrs has been a dumpster fire. Last thing we expected was a bed bug infestation. Woke at midnight with a few annoying bites, on further inspection we were covered in bed bugs, urrrgghh. After picking them off our pj’s and getting over the initial shock we went home to quarantine our clothes, shower and sleep. Returned in the morning to checkout and trash our sleeping bags and pillows. Everyone is disappointed, and I’m out of pocket for 2 nights accommodation and 4x sleeping gear...whoever the host is should be ashamed of themselves, I’m trying to warn the next people, this cabin is booked solid but in reality uninhabitable! The porch is also infested with burrowing bumblebees, scary for kids and adults alike.

  • Cody
    Dec. 28, 2020

    Owl's Nest Campground

    Quick and easy

    Quick, easy, and inexpensive stay right off the interstate. Water and electric on site and easy pull through parking spots. Clean bathroom and shower. Not very quiet considering the interstate is right next to it.

  • J
    Feb. 28, 2021

    Beaumont Hotel & RV Park

    Hotel & Campground with plenty of room to pitch a tent. Even an air strip!

    Located in the Heart of the Flint Hills in Kansas. Right off highway 400 about 26 miles east of Augusta, Kansas. Fly in with your own plane, drive your car/RV  or ride your bicycle.  Beaumont with their own airport, hotel, campground, and cafe with a lot of Frisco Railroad History.

    I camped in a tent in September 2020.  The cafe is open Fri 8 am-8 pm; Sat 7am-9pm; Sun 7 am-2pm (closed in winter).  One of the motel rooms behind the cafe is available for showers and restrooms for campers.  I enjoyed supper and breakfast at the cafe.--friendly people and great food.  Quiet evening and fantastic stargazing.

  • Christina H.
    Apr. 23, 2021

    Eisenhower State Park Campground

    Primitive camping was small and exposed, but fun

    The fivestar loop is decent for tent camping. The sites were fairly small and jammed next to each other, and half of them didn't have great tree cover, but they all have a nice firepit and picnic table.  It was super duper windy off of the lake for us, so be ready for wind.  Bathrooms were nice and clean and the staff were very nice.

  • Bill H.
    Aug. 25, 2018

    Eisenhower State Park Campground

    Tent camper

    Lots of space and good fishing. Secure camping and clean on site bathroom facilities. Close enough to town for convenience but far enough away you get to see a lot of stars.

  • Debbie S.
    May. 30, 2021

    Owl's Nest Campground

    Quaint, well maintained campground

    This campground is Small, but a well laid out campground. They have daily, weekly and monthly rates. There are Full hook ups, pull thru and back in sites, so it’s convenient no matter what you are driving. They nice level spots and definitely well maintained. A m Is quite a bit of shade, which is nice in the Kansas heat once summer rolls around.

  • D
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Owl's Nest Campground

    One Week Acceptable

    Reserve online, reasonably priced. One week stay in this little park, close to Junction City and Fort Riley. Full hookups in pull- thru half circle asphalt tar or back-in sites. Close to Hwy 70 with some noise. Laundry/shower area available.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park

    Actually stayed at Bemis CG

    We actually camped at Bemis Campground about a mile and a half south of this campground. Right off of the main road. There was about 15 or 20 spaces all with electric. I believe there was vault toilets only but no dump station. We had to come up to the blue stem area to dump. Nice little campground right on the lake but downside was that it was right next to the road so a little bit of traffic noise and not really any place to hike or walk. Spaces were fairly level and nicely spaced apart. Probably would recommend taking a back in spot rather than a pull through spot as the pull through were all pretty small and had no shade.

  • J
    Aug. 28, 2019

    Eisenhower State Park Campground

    Nice campground, good breakfast nearby

    This is a nicely maintained state park. All the amenities you'd expect. No complaints. Truck stop a few miles away that had a really good breakfast and giant cinnamon rolls!


Guide to Cottonwood Falls

Glamping opportunities near Cottonwood Falls, Kansas center around the Flint Hills region, known for its tallgrass prairie ecosystem and elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,500 feet. Summer temperatures often reach the mid-90s, while spring and fall offer milder conditions in the 60s-70s. The area's campgrounds typically remain accessible from April through October, with many offering year-round accommodations despite occasional winter freezes.

What to do

Kayaking and water recreation: El Dorado State Park sits on a 7,000-acre lake with multiple access points. As one camper noted, "The lake was large and you could tell that the banks of the lake had flooded the campsites on the shoreline. I expected a lot of bugs but it wasn't bad" at Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park.

Hiking through prairie landscapes: The rolling hills surrounding many campgrounds provide moderate hiking opportunities with minimal elevation gain. "The paths to the ponds at sunset was beautiful," according to a camper at Beaumont Hotel & RV Park, which offers unique historical features alongside natural areas.

Bird watching and wildlife viewing: The region supports diverse bird species and wildlife viewing opportunities. "Great birds for birding" can be found at many waterside campsites throughout the region, with some campgrounds offering designated wildlife observation areas.

What campers like

Lakeside camping sites: Many campers appreciate direct lake access from their sites. At French Creek Cove, one reviewer stated it's "Very nice spots, it is a cove off of the main lake nestled way back of the main, very dusty dirt road getting here but very nice spots. I go back every year."

Clean facilities despite rural settings: Campers frequently mention well-maintained facilities. One visitor to Eisenhower State Park Campground commented that "It was clean and the shower was hot. It was one of those push button kind that only stayed on for a min. Not a problem to just keep pushing."

Affordable rates: Budget-conscious glampers appreciate the reasonable costs. A French Creek Cove visitor mentioned, "Great place to camp. Well worth $12 per night. Shady sites, fire rings, covered picnic tables. We didn't fish so can't speak to that."

What you should know

Weather considerations: The Kansas prairie experiences significant wind, particularly near lakes. One camper at Eisenhower State Park noted, "It was super duper windy off of the lake for us, so be ready for wind."

Water hookup limitations: At some campgrounds, water access points are restricted. A camper at Harvey County East Park observed, "The water hookups are shared between sites and currently have signs reading, '15 MINUTE TIME LIMIT. Do Not Leave Water Hose Connected, Even If You Have A Splitter.'"

Reservation timing: Many glamping sites require advance planning. One camper advised, "Easy to reserve on Reservation.gov" for French Creek Cove, while another at Eisenhower noted that "online reservations must be made 48 hrs in advance, otherwise, its day by day."

Tips for camping with families

Swimming areas with amenities: Several campgrounds offer designated swimming areas. At El Dorado State Park, a camper reported, "The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends" and another mentioned, "There are a few swim beaches, and plenty of sand to sit in and relax."

Kid-friendly activities: Playgrounds and recreational facilities are available at several locations. "Decent beach area with playground equipment for kids. The general store carries camping essentials, beer, and ice," observed one visitor at Bluestem Point Area.

Cabin options for varied comfort levels: For families seeking glamping near Cottonwood Falls, Kansas with more amenities, Owl's Nest Campground offers cabin accommodations. A visitor noted it's "reasonably priced" with "Full hookups in pull-through half circle asphalt tar or back-in sites."

Tips from RVers

Site selection for shade: RV campers recommend choosing sites strategically. At Harvey County East Park, "All of the 50 amp sites are on the inner loop and all of the lake side sites are 30 amp."

Road conditions: Access roads vary significantly between glamping destinations. One visitor to French Creek Cove warned, "the road is a little rough, but it's a neat place. Boat dock is very steep, small boats only."

Off-season advantages: For luxury camping near Cottonwood Falls with fewer crowds, consider non-peak times. A late-fall visitor to Harvey County East Park shared, "We are traveling from AZ to SC in our 33 foot bumper pull. This park was just what we needed after 6 days of traveling... The lake was beautiful, the trees were still pretty full with fall foliage, and it was very quiet."

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Cottonwood Falls, KS?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Cottonwood Falls, KS is Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park with a 3.4-star rating from 10 reviews.

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