5 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several campgrounds provide cabins near Council Grove Lake in Kansas, with options at Mill Creek Campground, Owl's Nest, and Acorn RV Resort. Most cabin accommodations include electricity, heating, and basic furniture, though amenities vary significantly between locations. "This place is a quiet gem! We love this spot, for tent or cabin camping, Mill Creek is a minute walk away, you can swim, kayak, fish, or just lounge around," noted one visitor. Cabin sites typically offer picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to toilet and shower facilities, with some providing direct access to lakefront views or creek-side relaxation.
Rustic log cabins and KOA-style cabin rentals represent the majority of options in the region. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly during summer months when occupancy rates peak. Most properties allow pets in cabins for an additional fee, though rules vary by location. While many cabins remain available year-round, some campgrounds close seasonally, as one camper noted: "This area looks fabulous. I was looking forward to staying here in early November, but it was closed. All the Corps campgrounds close for the winter."
Cabin interiors typically include beds and basic furniture, but guests should plan to bring their own linens, pillows, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from simple countertops with microwaves to fully equipped kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Several campgrounds offer on-site markets with basic provisions, though for comprehensive grocery shopping, nearby towns provide better options. Many cabin locations offer additional amenities such as playgrounds, fishing access, swimming areas, and boat rentals to enhance the camping experience.
"We love this spot, for tent or cabin camping, Mill Creek is a minute walk away, you can swim, kayak, fish, or just lounge around."
"Our pull-through site was within inches of the adjacent pull-through site. Although there was no picnic table at our site, we could have used one on the adjacent site, and we brought our own table."
"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."
"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."
"You turn into the park and before the pay sites, there are two left turns, the first is for RVs and the second is for tents and cars."
"I did however discover the campground was locked and a sign had been placed at the entrance of the camp that it would not be opening again until April 2020."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $14 - $24 / night
"We were in site 116, which our camper door faced a cove of the lake and the boat ramp. It was like there was no one else camping by us."
"Milford lake is a large beautiful lake near Junction City Kansas. There are 8 different campgrounds around the lake,3 cabin areas, multiple marinas and day use areas and swim beaches."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 / night
"Beautiful campgrounds with so many activities available! The general store is super helpful, as they sell firewood and ice, and have kayak and canoe rentals."
"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. "
Available this weekend
from $15 - $85 / night
"For the price you can’t beat the great location, views, and resources this place has to offer. Plenty of nice people who come and go year round and have plenty of privacy for camping and fishing."
"There are some very nice sites available but there are some really boring ones too."
from $15 - $90 / night
"Sunset Ridge is a small tenting campground along side sunset cabins. Sunset ridge is nicely shaded. Each site has a covered picnic shelter and grill. The sites are nice and spacious."
"Beautiful cabins"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 - $80 / night
"Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. Some of the sites have water views and shorelines that you could boat or kayak right up to."
"beautiful view watching sunsets over Milford lake as our camp site was right off the water."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 / night
"There are numerous cabins of various sizes available to rent as well as Yurts.There is restaurant and a mini convenience store where you can pick up needed items."
"A group of friends rented a cabin at Acorns Resort. the cabins are spacious and well maintained and we had one right down from the water! Went fishing off the docks."
"The upper loop still had that camping neighborhood vibe with sites clumped together a bit more closely but each was shaded and had a nice pull in and included a fire ring and picnic table, in some cases"
"Was at this area for a fishing tournament happening on Milford Lake. It was storming far to the south, but looked so neat over the lake. This campground was clean and not busy at all as it was March."
GuideI stayed at Doud Campground inside the state park. It was a peaceful site facing the lake, with a few hay bales and a well maintained trail.
September was a good month to stay because it was cooler outside. I recommend using the bathhouse facilities at BlackJack campground right next to Doud as they are more updated.
GuideHere on a late August weekend and this campground is only 25 % full. Not sure if it’s because everyone thought it would be hot or because kids just went back to school. But we are enjoying having the place mostly to ourselves.
ScoutThe camp host was very nice and friendly. The campsite and bathrooms were exceptionally clean.
ScoutNice campsite, easy to find and set up. Perfect until the train camp screeching past at 11:15 at night. The train tracks are literally right next to the campsite.
TravelerPlenty and clean well maintained shower houses. You may need to let water run a few to warm up. It all depends how active the showers are. Plenty of camping site to choose from including lots of level ground to set up tents. I had very good luck catching fish. Three different types of Catfish, white bass, crappie, and an walleye ever now and then. Not all sites have picnic tables but they are here. Water spickets available in many different locations. I am here on Memorial Day weekend and had no problem finding a primitive camp but first come first serve on water and utility sites. This is a very nice park.
GuideNeeded a place close to the interstate. Paxico is small little cute town with shops and railroad western feel. The RV park is by the river with open views and quiet. The train was the loudest thing for the night. FHU worked great. Long pull through sites easy to maneuver.
TravelerThis was our first visit and we chose a campsite on-line. The COE has done an admirable job developing this lakeside area for plentiful campsites and decent shade. The showers and facilities were clean and maintained well. The camp store is minimal and only open a few hours in the evening. Access to the water is easy so bring watercraft and swimming attire. The lake is almost 7,000 acres so our kayak exploring only covered a small portion.
TravelerBeautiful area to camp, and cheap. Our camp was in burning heart, it was very quiet and very clean. Even being full, it felt secluded. Absolutely will be back to camp again!
GuideA very beautiful lake, this area is pristine clean and water clear. A very large lake with many areas of camping and fishing.
Council Grove Lake sits in the eastern Flint Hills of Kansas at 1,322 feet elevation. The 3,500-acre reservoir offers several cabin rental options across multiple campgrounds with varying levels of amenities and lake access. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, often peaking in spring and early summer, affecting shoreline access at some cabin locations.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple cabin locations provide direct lake access for fishing, particularly at Milford State Park. "The lake has excellent fishing," notes one camper at Walnut Grove — Milford State Park, which features primitive sites where "some of the sites have water views and shorelines that you could boat or kayak right up to."
Water recreation: Cabins situated near swimming areas provide convenient water access. At Acorn RV Resort, visitors appreciate the comprehensive amenities: "Has a pool marina and bar/restaurant. Lodging from yurts to big cabins."
Hiking trails: Several cabin locations connect to trail networks. At Milford State Park, one visitor noted there are "2.1 miles of trails" near the cabins, plus "boat ramps, slips(called the Yacht club), basketball hoops" for additional activities.
Peaceful settings: Many cabin rentals offer quiet locations with minimal disruption. At Prairie View — Milford State Park, one camper appreciated the secluded feel: "We were in site 116, which our camper door faced a cove of the lake and the boat ramp. It was like there was no one else camping by us."
Wildlife viewing: Cabins with water views provide opportunities for wildlife observation. "We were able to see a few blue heron and a Golden and a bald eagle," reported the same Prairie View visitor, highlighting the natural setting that many cabin renters seek.
Rustic atmosphere: Even at developed campgrounds, many cabins maintain a rustic feel. At River Pond Campground — Tuttle Creek State Park, a visitor praised the "great activities to do in lake and a fun splash pad for the kids. Lots of trails and equestrian trails to hike."
Seasonal closures: Many campgrounds with cabins close during winter months. One visitor to West Rolling Hills noted: "This area looks fabulous. I was looking forward to staying here in early November, but it was closed. All the Corps campgrounds close for the winter."
Flood potential: High water levels can affect cabin accessibility. One reviewer observed at Prairie View Campground that it has "great lake access... But with that lake access also comes a very scary reality during rainy season. This campground is prone to lower sites flooding when rains are abundant."
Varying amenities: Cabin facilities differ substantially between locations. At Milford State Park's Sunset Ridge area, a visitor described: "Each site has a covered picnic shelter and grill. The sites are nice and spacious. The cabins do have large shelters with tables and grill."
Kid-friendly options: Look for cabins near playgrounds and swimming areas. At Eisenhower State Park Campground, a visitor recommends: "Beautiful campgrounds with so many activities available! The general store is super helpful, as they sell firewood and ice, and have kayak and canoe rentals."
Educational opportunities: Some cabin locations offer nature programs or interpretive trails. "There are plenty of areas for kids and animals to play," noted one visitor to Mill Creek Campground, adding value for families seeking structured activities.
Extra supplies: Most cabin rentals require guests to bring bedding and cooking supplies. A camper at Eisenhower State Park mentioned: "In the summer, I can see why this place would be a fun destination. Swimming, boating, fishing, horses, archery, wide open spaces."
Electrical hookups: For RV travelers using cabins for additional guests, note the hookup types available. One visitor to Owl's Nest Campground described it as having "Water and electric on site and easy pull through parking spots. Clean bathroom and shower."
Reservation timing: Peak seasons require advance planning. A Milford State Park visitor cautioned: "There are seasonal and permanent campers at the campground, and you have to reserve early during peak seasons."
Site selection: When booking cabins alongside RVs, consider proximity to facilities. "This is a charming little campground," noted a Mill Creek visitor, but they cautioned about trains: "The only drawback is that you can hear trains passing through during the night about three or four times."
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