Top Tent Camping near Dorrance, KS

Looking for tent camping near Dorrance? You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. Would you prefer a quiet dispersed site or an established camgpround with amenities? Either way, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect place to pitch your tent.

Best Tent Sites Near Dorrance, KS (7)


Recent Tent Reviews In Dorrance

170 Reviews of 7 Dorrance Campgrounds


  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Creek Side Resort
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Creek Side Resort

    Awesome!

    Last minute reservation easily accommodated. Beautiful and super clean. Amazing bathhouse and coffee house. Cabins also available for rent. One of the nicest rv parks we’ve stayed in.

  • Katie L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park
    Jul. 5, 2024

    Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park

    Cicada City

    Nice easy place to pitch a tent or hang a hammock. Primitive campground is well maintained and largely unoccupied because of the lack of hookups for RVs. Stayed on 4th of July and only one other family was in the entire campground. Close to swimming beach, but bring your own water as there is no spigot nearby. Great birds too!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    Jul. 3, 2024

    Minooka - Wilson Reservoir

    Great I70 overnight spot

    If you are traveling I 70, this is a great spot for a night to break up the drive. Only a few miles off of the highway, clean, quiet, with water and electricity. We stop here almost every trip. Sites are spaced out nicely.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Wilson Lake Sylvan Park
    Jun. 10, 2024

    COE Wilson Lake Sylvan Park

    Beautiful camp Level pull throughs

    We stayed at this COE campground on a very stormy night in June 2024. It is a well kept Corp campground and we will stay there again as we travel through Kansas.

  • Kathryn  S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Venango Park
    Mar. 29, 2024

    Venango Park

    Spring camping

    We stayed at this federal campground 3/29/24 for free. 126 sides and I think there were four RVs here. No hookups or water (That's why it's free) but it had one open pit toilet. Beautiful views, felt very safe. A bit windy. Hopefully everybody will take care of this place & not abuse the privilege of staying here in the winter for free.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    Sep. 10, 2023

    Minooka - Wilson Reservoir

    Beautiful sunset but windy

    Love this place. Discovered it by accident trying to avoid the loud motels off I70. Love that tent sites are free during the week. It was quiet but I wasn't alone. Sunset was amazing on the reservoir. But the wind comes up quite strong as it cools down so stake that tent down!

  • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    Aug. 25, 2023

    Minooka - Wilson Reservoir

    What a gem!

    This place is GREAT!

    First off - Monday - Thursday this place is free if you are in a non electric standard site.

    Second, the sites are really beautiful and big with great views. We were right on thr lake and it was stunning for sunrise.

    Third, the facilities are fantastic. Clean vault toilets and clean shower facilities with perfect water temp and pressure.

    Fourth, the host was really nice and helpful!

    You can’t really go wrong here. Would love to come back and spend a few days just relaxing. Plenty of bugs (not as bad as I was expecting though) so plan to bring spray.

  • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Aug. 23, 2023

    Minooka Park

    This place is great!

    Perfect camping! Wide open spaces with lots of room. Beautiful views of the lake and lots of animal activity - cows, bunnies, birds and bugs. Lots of bugs! Not teeming with mosquitos but just many bugs. Some of them are HUGE.

    I didn’t think the bugs were that bad just more interesting. Been to many other places with a bug problem and that didn’t seem like this to me. But it as prob enough that I wouldn’t want to hang outside and play cards.

    Views in every direction and it’s absolutely stunning! Very peaceful and quiet and literally just perfect.

    Plus if you are on a standard non electric tent space it’s free Monday -Thursday!

    Great showers and bathrooms too! This is a hidden gem for sure!! Perfect sunrise from our site!

  • Betsy T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    Aug. 14, 2023

    Wilson State Park Campground

    Like an Oasis

    BEAUTIFUL views!!! Very windy but worth it for water front. We stayed in a loop alone that could have had 3 other sites, next to beach access. Bathrooms were a bit of a walk but again, worth it!!

    Thought I had seen a mirage once we pulled into the park after miles of Kansas greens and browns.

    Self reg station (electronic) at the park as well as reserve early online.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Creek Side Resort
    Aug. 12, 2023

    Creek Side Resort

    Clean and easy

    A nice layout, clean site and bathrooms. The trees are young but the over all camp is great.

  • Alex D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Aug. 10, 2023

    Minooka Park

    Lake camping meets farm life!

    What a beautiful camp site. The ground has plenty of sites, almost all that have a beautiful lake front view. We stayed during the week and it was pretty quite - cows moooin’ were the loudest noise all night! There are walking trails, beaches, a boat launch, and bathrooms. We stayed at a non-electric but there are plenty of hookups to go around too. Happy camping!

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Venango Park
    Jul. 26, 2023

    Venango Park

    Great for a stopover, reset, or water lovers!

    Pros: 

    - easy to get to from I-70

    - friendly camp hosts 

    - lots of grass to walk dogs 

    - beautiful sunsets 

    Cons:

    - 35 minutes one way to the nearest town with major stores like Walmart and Petco

    - people did not care about walking through my waterfront site to get to the water (there were other ways)

    - site was pretty sloped back to front and side to side but just bring leveling blocks and you're fine

    - dump station didn't provide a water hose for cleaning the sewer hose after dumping even though it had water connection but must provide own hose 

    I didn't use the bathroom facilities and forgot to test speed but I had zero issues with Verizon or AT&T.

  • Jay B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Jul. 8, 2023

    Minooka Park

    Fantastic campground

    Pleasantly surprised at pulling into this great spot after many hours driving cross country. Pick your site then pay online, super easy. Verizon service was great. Very well kept grass and stone site pads. Got a spot right on the lake. We were tempted to spend a second night it was so nice.

  • Stefanie I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Park RV
    Jun. 12, 2023

    Pine Park RV

    Friendly Towns People

    This site is on a nice grassy area with trees and has hookups but that is a bout it. This is a small town where everyone waves to you. There is a nice community pool in town, one cafe and two restaurants. Our truck broke down here and we had to get a new transmission, so we were stuck here for a few days. We were the only campers the entire time.

  • Wendy O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Jun. 7, 2023

    Minooka Park

    Beautiful

    Best site I’ve had on my 2 week road trip! Would for sure come back here if I’m ever needing a campsite in Kansas.

  • Mike D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    Jun. 4, 2023

    Wilson State Park Campground

    Great Camping a Few Miles Off the Interstate

    We've camped at Wilson State Park three times now on eastbound road trips and I can't recommend it enough! There are sheltered sites on green lawns where tent campers can spend a quiet night. Trees provide shelter from wind and thunder storms. Depending on where you camp you can walk to swim in the reservoir. And the Switchgrass MTB is surprisingly fun! Just be careful to let it dry out before you ride since that wet sand can wreak havok on your drive train. I've only camped at Wilson on weekdays and it's never crowded.

  • Kami J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanopolis State Park
    Apr. 16, 2023

    Kanopolis State Park

    My Favorite

    Every spring I look forward to getting out of the city and relaxing peacefully at this beautiful Lake! I love the gorgeous sunsets, the beach area, the hiking trails, and picking guitar with my besties! There's nothing better than being submerged in mother nature and I can't think of a better place to do it!!

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from C2T Ranch and Campground
    Apr. 12, 2023

    C2T Ranch and Campground

    Absolute Diamond.

    This place is an incredible continuously working Ranch since 1884. It is also the site of the first recorded Buffalo Soldier conflict out of Fort Hays (25 miles away). So history? Check! The views both day and night? Stunning! Our hosts? The best part of our stay. They were extremely accommodating and welcoming. We will be back. Soon! And I live in Detroit…

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagle Point Campground
    Jan. 6, 2023

    Eagle Point Campground

    Incredible Park and Trails

    Trails with cliffs, creeks and caves, campsites with incredible views and Bald Eagles soaring overhead. No other campers in the grounds. What’s not to love?

  • Justyn R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Triple J RV Park
    Nov. 20, 2022

    Triple J RV Park

    Great for a night!

    Awesome little stop on my X-Country route, host was very sweet, I told her I know the spots are close but I like to be isolated when I can and she gave me a great site away from everything with a fire-ring. Just what I wanted. T Mobile service is Very Good opposed to the rating I saw of Poor

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Triple J RV Park
    Oct. 7, 2022

    Triple J RV Park

    Good for overnight

    We called ahead to see if they had sites available for the night. Arrived just before the office closed at 7pm. Got a pull-through full-hookups site. The campsite pads are level, nice and wide, gravel like the roads, with wide grassy/dirt/gravel areas between and beautiful mature shade trees everywhere. Also several friendly cats acting as camp hosts, welcoming us at the office when we checked in, greeting us every time we stepped out of our rig, and checking out all the campsites and trees regularly. ☺️ Our site had a picnic table and a clay/Terra cotta statue of a bear eating honey, with a hole in his belly as a small fire ring. Most sites had a covered picnic table. Full hookups worked fine.

    Bathrooms were ok; dead crickets on the floor.

    We would stay here again.



Guide to Dorrance

Camping near Dorrance, Kansas, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs.

What to do

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the trails at Kanopolis State Park Campground where you can find scenic paths. One camper mentioned, "The trails with cliffs, creeks, and caves are incredible!"
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Wilson State Park Campground, you can enjoy swimming and fishing in the reservoir. A visitor noted, "We were right on the lake, and it was stunning for sunrise."
  • Wildlife Watching: The Cheyenne Bottoms Campground is great for spotting wildlife. One camper shared, "The marshlands exploded with sound...frogs, crickets, owls, and more wildlife sounds than I could identify."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at places like Minooka Park. A reviewer said, "Great showers and bathrooms too! This is a hidden gem for sure!!"
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Triple J RV Park. One guest mentioned, "The campsite pads are level, nice and wide, with beautiful mature shade trees everywhere."
  • Beautiful Views: Campers rave about the stunning views at Lucas Park. A visitor remarked, "You can park with a water view nearly everywhere."

What you should know

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially near water. A camper at Cheyenne Bottoms Campground warned, "Watch out for mosquitos. It’s by a lake so this time of year it’s nasty!"
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Minooka - Wilson Reservoir, may not have showers or markets. A visitor noted, "The bathhouses had no water temperature control in the showers."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots can fill up quickly. A camper at Kanopolis State Park Campground mentioned, "This was a busy weekend. Every campsite was full."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Sandyshore Campground that offer activities for kids. One family said, "The playground at the campground was a hit with the kids!"
  • Pack Bug Spray: Given the mosquito situation, it’s wise to bring bug spray. A camper at Cheyenne Bottoms Campground advised, "Plan to bring spray."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A visitor at Wilson State Park Campground mentioned, "There are tons of hiking and biking trails."

Tips from RVers

  • Check for Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Triple J RV Park noted, "Full hookups worked fine."
  • Look for Quiet Spots: Some RVers prefer quieter areas. One camper at Kanopolis State Park Campground said, "Not very crowded mid-April."
  • Be Mindful of Noise: If you’re near the interstate, be prepared for noise. A visitor at Triple J RV Park mentioned, "The noise is exceptionally loud and it was difficult to get a good night's sleep."

Camping near Dorrance, Kansas, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking peace and quiet.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Dorrance, KS?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Dorrance, KS is Buffalo Grass - Wilson State Park with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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