RV camping near Cunningham, Kansas offers primitive and full-service options within a 40-mile radius. The area features prairie landscape with elevations around 1,700 feet and temperatures ranging from below freezing in winter to 90°F in summer. Several campgrounds provide different levels of amenities for both short overnight stays and longer visits.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Kingman State Fishing Lake provides lakeside camping where visitors can fish for crappie. As Anthony W. notes, you can "enjoy the coyotes howling at night and the waterfowl on the still lake in the morning. Go fishing for slab crappie and hunt the sand hills for deer, and bobwhite quail!"
Wildlife observation: The prairie landscape around Kingman State Fishing Lake offers chances to spot local wildlife. According to Kris, visitors can expect a "surprisingly delightful" experience with "plenty of primitive sites right along the lakeshore, well spaced and most shaded by cottonwood trees" where they "heard ducks and owls during the night."
Historical exploration: The agricultural region has interesting local history. At Champion Ridge Inn & Country RV Park, Bob R. mentions, "Very nice small camping area at a farm. Very friendly and helpful host. There's a lot of great history in the surrounding area and lots to see."
What campers like
Quiet settings: Many campers appreciate the peaceful environment at several locations. Scott K. describes his stay at Kingman State Fishing Lake as a "quiet and peaceful camp" where he "pulled in on a Monday afternoon, had many choices of sites at the waters edge."
Free camping options: Budget-conscious travelers enjoy the no-cost sites in the area. Megan B. calls Kingman State Fishing Lake "fantastic, free camping! Just a short jaunt off the highway making it super easy to get to. Did hear a little bit of traffic from the road, but nothing bad at all. Each camp site has a picnic table and fire ring."
Clean facilities: Greensburg RV earns praise for its maintenance. Steve O. notes, "The bathroom and laundry room was very clean. This is a basic campsite but they've done a wonderful job with value for the money."
What you should know
Seasonal conditions: Roads can become problematic in certain weather. A camper at Kingman State Fishing Lake cautions about "the sandy road base could get you stuck" despite recent improvements where "they recently buried some culverts under the road which should prevent any future washouts."
Site sizing considerations: Some parks have tight spacing between units. At All Seasons RV Park, Travis H. was "not impressed with lot size. I have never seen a lot where both campers didnt have room to out out their awnings. Very tight. Otherwise fine."
Highway noise levels: Sound from nearby roads affects some campgrounds. DakotaMiner notes Kingman State Fishing Lake is "much larger than expected, tons of spots that can fit large rigs. All dirt roads that can get muddy."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some campgrounds include play areas for children. Justin C. reports that Lighthouse Landing RV Park and Cabins "exceeded our expectations. There was a nice playground for our children and the sites were plenty big enough for us to get our truck and rig into."
Site navigation: Park layouts can be confusing for newcomers. Justin C. adds that "the only reason this isn't 5 stars is that we had some difficulty finding our campsite" at Lighthouse Landing.
Municipal park alternatives: City parks sometimes offer economical camping with amenities. Francois T. found Sixth Street Park to be a "fantastic spot on a hot muggy night" with "water and electricity for $10."
Tips from RVers
Value considerations: Compare amenities to price when choosing locations. Andrew at Greensburg RV suggests "$4 per star. If need to stop and want a full hook-up for $20, give this place a try."
Internet connectivity: Wi-Fi quality varies significantly between parks. Steve O. appreciated that at Greensburg RV, "the Wi-Fi is excellent" making it suitable for digital nomads who need to work while traveling.
Generator usage: For boondocking sites, plan power needs carefully. Scott K. describes staying at Kingman State Fishing Lake where he "used a Honda inverter generator just enough for the coffee maker and microwave. Loved it and will be back often."
