Best Camping near El Dorado Lake

Looking for the best campgrounds near El Dorado Lake, KS? Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near El Dorado Lake, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near El Dorado Lake and user-submitted reviews.

Best Camping Sites Near El Dorado Lake, KS (63)

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163 Reviews of 63 El Dorado Lake Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Mann's Cove — Cross Timbers State Park
    July 20, 2024

    Mann's Cove — Cross Timbers State Park

    Nice Boondocks Sites

    This area is filled with trees. It blocks the full lake view you could have and probably blocks the sun from helping you with Solar power, but it very beautiful and quiet. Noone was there when we were. Completely empty.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Woodson Cove — Cross Timbers State Park
    July 20, 2024

    Woodson Cove — Cross Timbers State Park

    Day Use Only/No Camping

    It is a nice spot with a view of the lake. It has a 6% grade to get to the turn around. Has a very nice trail but bring tic and bug spray.

    The sign says there is no camping allowed. Day Use only.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Walnut River Area — El Dorado State Park
    April 6, 2024

    Walnut River Area — El Dorado State Park

    Better than Bluestem

    Finally we found a campsite in Old Oak. Beautiful setting. Showers/toilets were were better than the archaic ones in Bluestem that have no roofs, but barely. Broken soap dispensers, cold water, no privacy in showers, etc.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Napawalla Park
    March 2, 2024

    Napawalla Park

    Easy Peasy

    Simple but nice park with decent amenities. Water (in March), Electricity and city WiFi. Playground, disc golf, shelters, basket ball court. Self pay box at $15.00. No picnic tables or individual fire pits but sweet for an overnight.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Deer Grove RV Park
    January 19, 2024

    Deer Grove RV Park

    Very friendly and helpful staff! Well maintained park!

    The park was clean and friendly.  I loved the dog park so I could let my pups run free.  The laundry facility was very helpful so i didnt have to travel to find one.  There was free wifi in the park as well, which my kids loved.  There is a very pretty pond area on the property, with very nice walking trails.  Wichita, KS is very close by with lots of fun things to do.  Enjoyed my time there, will def stay there again if back in the area!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Emporia RV Park
    December 28, 2023

    Emporia RV Park

    An overnight

    Clean restrooms and showers. Quiet campground. Downfall is right next to interstate. Internet is not the best, but it is secure.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Quarry Bay Campground — Fall River State Park
    October 17, 2023

    Quarry Bay Campground — Fall River State Park

    Awesome find!

    What a beautiful, peaceful place! Toilets, fire pits, picnic tables, and dumpsters for trash on site. We had the whole place to ourselves! Easy to get off from Rt 400. Sites pretty level. Glad we found this place! Great view of the lake!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood Grove RV Campground
    August 31, 2023

    Cottonwood Grove RV Campground

    Nice Overnighter

    Pleasant small family owned campground. Lyndel was very sweet. Hot showers with lots of water pressure, laundry room and full hookup. If you need a spot to take a break from driving, this is a nice spot.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Santa Fe Lake
    June 18, 2023

    Santa Fe Lake

    Cute campground

    Rent kayak, tent and rv friendly. Fishing and hiking. No Wi-Fi but there are usually two bars.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Whitehall Bay
    June 1, 2023

    Whitehall Bay

    A little unknown gem

    It's absolutely beautiful. I camp here often because of the serenity. The best part of Whitehall Bay is the sewer is directly at your campsite, so no dumping afterwards. A big plus for me!!! Camp Hosts are awesome. You won't be disappointed

  • Camper-submitted photo from French Creek Cove
    January 19, 2023

    French Creek Cove

    Separated RV stalls with covered concrete padio

    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. Shorter RV trailers are preferred. 30 amp service.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rvino - Camp the Range
    December 4, 2022

    Rvino - Camp the Range

    What a dump with rude staff to boot!

    Rolled in staff was rude asked for manager they said they were in colorado asked to cancel said I couldn’t! So I rolled without a refund never again!

  • Camper-submitted photo from All Seasons RV Park
    November 8, 2022

    All Seasons RV Park

    all seasons rv park- wichita

    i absolutely loved this campground! such an easy experience, they have all hookups and was a great stop for a cross country trip!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Rvino - Camp the Range
    October 22, 2022

    Rvino - Camp the Range

    Great Stop Over

    Also known As: Camp The Range

    Just outside of Wichita, near WSU is this tucked away tree lined RV park. There are a lot of monthly campers (remote workers, nurses, etc), but mostly all have very nice setups!! Very clean park.

    We stayed overnight on our way to Colorado. It’s a bit pricey, but there are pull through sites, full hookups, clean bathrooms with showers - which we utilized so we didn’t have to empty our tanks, laundry, and a full kitchen.

    The bathrooms were clean with adequate pressure and warmth.

    The game room/kitchen had plenty of books and entertainment. The actual kitchen area was great to have so again, we didn’t have to use our tanks to wash dishes.

    Didn’t do laundry but looked like plenty of machines.

    The back end of the park has a big stretch for dogs to run around and exercise. They provide bags and bins in two locations.

    There’s also a playground, we just didn’t venture down that way.

    Wi-Fi works great. Able to update some apps and stream on our Roku bar.

    Only complaint is how on top of each other the trailers are, but that being said, it worked out great for our needs!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Quarry Bay Campground — Fall River State Park
    October 9, 2022

    Quarry Bay Campground — Fall River State Park

    Great, relaxing location!

    We stayed in mid-October and while chilly, we had an amazing time. We chose the Quarry Bay Area, which is located on the far side of the dam from the rest of the park. It's about a 5-6 minute drive back to the main park area which is were you'll need to pay fees, but in our opinion, very much worth the drive for the seclusion. The spaces on this side of the park are very spread out and create a lot of privacy. 6 of the sites in this area (401-406) have 'mushroom' shelters that provided a nice area to prep food and escape a brief rain shower. Our location (site 405) also provided direct access to the Cat Claw trail head, was near the end of a dead-end road, and had great views of the lake framed in by a very well kept grassy area and mature trees. Cell service on Verizon was consistent, allowing basic web browsing and social media, but loading video was spotty at best. T-mobile service was a step down from Verizon and varied between 1 bar and no-service based on where you sat at the site. Not a big deal for us as we were there largely to disconnect, but if you need to entertain kids, make sure you download content before leaving home! We had a wonderful time and look forward to returning again!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Winfield Fairgrounds RV
    October 2, 2022

    Winfield Fairgrounds RV

    Quiet and beautiful

    I love this place. There are even locals that camp out here and are fun and friendly. Sometimes they will even start playing music and encourage to even jump in or just sit and listen.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Whitehall Bay
    July 16, 2022

    Whitehall Bay

    Isolated

    I stayed at site #19 for 2 nights. My site had 30/50+water+sewer. The sites are gravel and fairly level. There is a boat ramp and a roped-off swimming area. There were two small playgrounds and two bath+shower houses. There is one old-fashioned unisex pit toilet.

    The people behind me sounded like they were running a sawmill and mechanic shop all weekend. All the other campers were quiet.

    The women's restroom I visited had 1 of 2 flushing toilets working. It also had two shower stalls. The spiders went running went I turned on the water, which was warm. One spider ran up my leg, lol.

    The main issue with this campground, I found, was the drive to get here. Google will take you across the dam where you will hit a gravel road for 0.5 miles before getting back on the pavement. The last 4-5 miles are very narrow, with the vegetation growing right up to the pavement. I was lucky enough to only cross paths with oncoming traffic once, and right at a low-water bridge that was wider than the road. The last 2-3 miles are riddled with potholes. Was gear was scattered inside by the time I got to my site.



Guide to El Dorado Lake

Camping near El Dorado Lake, Kansas, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing: Many campers enjoy fishing at Chase State Fishing Lake. One reviewer mentioned, "We don't fish but others looked like they were having some success," highlighting the lake's popularity among anglers.
  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park. A visitor noted, "There are lots of paved trails and paved roads in the campground that are nice for biking."
  • Swimming: The swimming area at Walnut River Area — El Dorado State Park is a great spot to cool off. One camper shared, "The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends."

What campers like:

  • Scenic views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings at Santa Fe Lake. A reviewer said, "The view over the lake was gorgeous when we woke up."
  • Quiet atmosphere: Many visitors appreciate the peacefulness at Harvey County East Park. One camper remarked, "The lake was beautiful, the trees were still pretty full with fall foliage, and it was very quiet."
  • Clean facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of restrooms at Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park. A visitor noted, "Love the cleanliness of bathrooms and outdoors!"

What you should know:

  • Primitive camping: If you're heading to Chase State Fishing Lake, be prepared for a more rustic experience. One reviewer stated, "Primitive camping though there is a pit toilet. FREE. Pack it in, pack it out."
  • Crowded on weekends: Expect larger crowds at popular spots like Winfield City Lake. A visitor mentioned, "Noisy.. crowded. Showers were closed and turned off and the bathrooms were dirty."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Kansas El Dorado State Park - Bluestem Point, may have fewer amenities. One camper noted, "The bath house was not clean and many of the showers didn't work."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites, like Harvey County East Park. A reviewer said, "Great campground really enjoy the large and shady sites."
  • Bring outdoor games: Campers at Napawalla Park enjoyed the playground and disc golf. One visitor mentioned, "Playground, disc golf, shelters, basketball court."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have a plan for activities, as one camper at Santa Fe Lake noted, "Rent kayak, tent and RV friendly. Fishing and hiking."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: RVers should verify site sizes at Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park. A reviewer shared, "Small RV loop with approximately 35 gravel sites all with water and 30/50 amp electric."
  • Be prepared for noise: If you're camping at Winfield City Lake, be ready for noise from nearby parties. One camper said, "No longer a favorite place to stay because of the partying."
  • Look for full hookups: Campers at Toronto Point — Cross Timbers State Park appreciated the full hookups. A visitor noted, "Any other time it is first come first serve lots. $27 a night for full hookups."

Camping near El Dorado Lake, Kansas, has something for everyone, from fishing and hiking to family-friendly activities and RV amenities. Just be sure to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near El Dorado Lake?

    According to TheDyrt.com, El Dorado Lake offers a wide range of camping options, with 63 campgrounds and RV parks near El Dorado Lake and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near El Dorado Lake?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near El Dorado Lake is Boulder Bluff Area — El Dorado State Park with a 3.5-star rating from 12 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near El Dorado Lake?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near El Dorado Lake.

  • What parks are near El Dorado Lake?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near El Dorado Lake that allow camping, notably Council Grove Lake and Big Hill Lake.