Top Tent Camping near Elwood, KS

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Best Tent Sites Near Elwood, KS (7)

    Camper-submitted photo from Agency Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Agency Conservation Area

    1. Agency Conservation Area

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    The land for this area was donated to the Conservation Department in 1991. The timbered property straddles Rock Creek Road. The north tract of the area offers walk-in access to the Platte River. A graveled parking lot is located south of the county road. Both tracts are prone to flooding.

    On department areas where camping is allowed, camping is limited to a period of 14 consecutive days in any 30-day period. Personal property must be removed at the end of the 14-day period. Unless a special use permit is obtained, total camping days on all department areas are limited to a total of 30 days within one calendar year. Groups of more than 10 people must obtain a special use permit prior to camping. To obtain a special use permit, contact the area manager at the phone number listed for this area in the area details section.

    Quiet hours are in effect in camping areas from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. Visitors who are not occupying a campsite are required to leave the campground by 10 p.m. On camping areas with established campsites, only two camping or sleeping units are permitted in each site.

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        4. Mozingo Lake County Tent Campground

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        Mozingo Lake Recreation Park features 37 primitive tent campsites available for use. Located in a beautiful wooded area featuring scenic lake views, camping under the stars has never been this enjoyable. Tent camping passes can be purchased at the information booth near the park’s entrance.

        The Primitive Tent Camping Area consists of 37 sites, all equipped with a fire ring and a picnic table.

        These sites cannot be reserved and are available on a first come, first served basis. Please look out for the ‘PAID – TENT’ signs on each site to assure the site has not already been paid for by another customer.

        There is a showerhouse (with toilets and showers) at the campground, near the entrance. If you need water, there is a water source near the showerhouse.

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        $15 / night

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          6. Pony Creek Lake

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Elwood

          264 Reviews of 7 Elwood Campgrounds


          • Jeff L.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
            Sep. 13, 2024

            Weston Bend State Park

            Over nighters.

            We arrived around 1 pm and got the pull through site. It is a nice little park that will be closed from November 1, 2024 through April 14, 2025. An electric site was $25.00. The facilities were exceptionally clean and the camp hosts were very polite.

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from A Country Charm RV Park
            Aug. 10, 2024

            A Country Charm RV Park

            A beautiful small little park

            Easy check in if you have made online reservations. Very well taken care of and clean. Great spot to visit the quilting stores here.

          • Angie A.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
            Jul. 10, 2024

            Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

            A beautiful spot by the lake

            Beautiful spot by the lake. Be sure to turn left at first sign to find campsites. Was a little frustrating that a family seemed to have taken up permanent residence and was obnoxious with the generator. Trash was overflowing and could use a little more attention. Clean vault toilets with TP. It was really beautiful with the sunset.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Worlds of Fun Village
            Jul. 7, 2024

            Worlds of Fun Village

            Amazing memories here

            Beautiful park. Pay more for the pull through you’ll have tons of parking even if your rig is big. Our rig is 44 ft and we parked two 2500’s on the pad no problem. We reserve our days in advance and if we need to cancel we just change our reservation to a different date with no fees. The pool and clubhouse are well kept so are the bathrooms and laundry room. This Is our favorite campsite to date. So much to do.

          • Terry D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
            Jun. 30, 2024

            Weston Bend State Park

            Short stay

            Very nice lots was a Lil disappointed because this camp site was in mid missori and the agent I contacted it from was in meridian ms and had never been there was told it would have water n 30 amp service but all that was there was 30 amp no water but it was really nice I didn't have time to stay long just the night .

          • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake
            Jun. 22, 2024

            Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake

            Nice and quiet

            Camped here several days in late June. The were very few campers, even on the weekends. Many slept in their cars and left at first light. I assume they went fishing at the lake. Bathroom was a little rough but manageable.

          • Stephanie B.
            Camper-submitted photo from AOK Campground & RV Park
            Jun. 12, 2024

            AOK Campground & RV Park

            Great Spot To Stop

            Traveling through on a cross country trip. Needed a spot to camp from my motorcycle. I was given a giant secluded spot by the pond, separate from the RV area. Has a lovely looking pool that was open, clean showers, and fire wood for sale. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. The only reason it isn't getting 5 stars is the proximity to the freeway, you can hear it very clearly (jake brakes and all) continuously.

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Wallace State Park
            Jun. 9, 2024

            Wallace State Park

            Small but beautiful.

            Small park with some very private sites and some very exposed sites. Nice showers and dump station.

          • Barbie G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
            Jun. 8, 2024

            Weston Bend State Park

            Site 26 is Peaceful

            This was our 2nd stay at Weston Bend SP. Both times, we had site 26, one of the few basic sites. While some of the other sites were very close to each other, this one is relatively isolated. It's big too. There's a vault toilet close by. It was clean and roomy. We didn't use the water but there are a few spigot throughout the campground. There's also a regular restroom near the campground entrance, but we didn't use it. We will definitely camp here again if we are passing through.

          • David L.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
            May. 10, 2024

            Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

            A Small Free Drive-in Campground

            This free campground has a water tap and a pit toilet. There are at least three first come first served campsites that have a picnic table and a fire ring.

          • Julie H.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from AOK Campground & RV Park
            May. 4, 2024

            AOK Campground & RV Park

            Lovely find!

            Very well cared for site. It's been well established for many years. I was visiting friends in St. Joe and was surprised to learn her parents used to came there many decades ago. It was a KOA and the new owners have kept it up to those standards. The owners/managers are friendly and acknowledged me by name when I walked up to register. A bit of freeway noise but not too bothersome, Great stay!

          • Bill F.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express Lake Conservation Area
            Apr. 15, 2024

            Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

            Great spot on the west side of the lake

            We drove by the east side campsite and it was packed. We ran into a local and he told us about a spot on the east side of the lake. An old boy scout camp. It wasn’t maintained but there was nobody there. Our dogs ran free and that was what we were looking for. We ran our generator at night because we had no neighbors. We were a mile from the lake so we drove around and had access to the lake.

          • Angela C.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Basswood Country RV Resort
            Apr. 8, 2024

            Basswood Country RV Resort

            Very mixed bag

            We booked a site here on our drive back East in August 2023. I saw “resort” and was like “Sign me up” after some real hot and grimy parks earlier in the trip.

            Ultimately, most of the amenities were closed by the time we arrived. The game room, the restaurant, and store were all closing or closed. My kids did get some pool time (it was a nice pool) and loved the blob (whatever you call the bounce pads). There was a nice playground, pavilion and courts.

            What is weird is that this is almost two parks - the front is the “resort” or old-fashioned campground, but where we were placed was in the back with what looked like a lot of long-term, single male residents. It was a longish-walk to front where the pool and store was and it definitely didn’t feel like a resort.

            There were spots open in the front closer to the pool and lake - if we had camped there I think the experience would have been different.

          • John G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake
            Apr. 1, 2024

            Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake

            Quiet spot

            This is a small remote lake of about 160 acres water area. A county road takes you through the area and across the dam. There are gravel pull off areas and a lakeside gravel road. The pit toilet is not well maintained. Not suitable for larger vehicles.

          • Travis M.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Conservation Area
            Mar. 17, 2024

            Honey Creek Conservation Area

            Good free camping

            Good place for free camping just not a lot of things to do other than explore the woods or fish in the river which doesn’t have great access. They say there’s bike trails but it’s more just access roads.

            It’s a big area with several access points. Here are the coordinates for the camping area along the river 39.95182° N, 94.99083° W.

          • BLBJR
            Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park
            Feb. 17, 2024

            Weston Bend State Park

            Absolutely beautiful

            This place is absolutely beautiful great for taking your family but if you need RV parts or repairs stay away from Camping World they will rip you off or even if you want to purchase an RV read the reviews on them.

          • Jamie V.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping
            Dec. 4, 2023

            Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

            Nice little campground below the dam at Smithville Lake

            We tried Smith Fork and liked it. The only downside is that some of the campsites are close together/congested, but that’s not necessarily a big negative. We have Verizon and service was good. Camp hosts were great!

          • Jamie V.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Crow's Creek Campground
            Dec. 4, 2023

            Crow's Creek Campground

            Great Campground near Smithville Lake

            Very nice campground and we’ve stayed here several times without any problems. The hosts are great too. We’ve stayed at sites in Loop C improved which have water and 50amp service. We have Verizon cell service and had no issues.

          • Sayler O.
            Camper-submitted photo from Mozingo Lake County Tent Campground
            Nov. 19, 2023

            Mozingo Lake County Tent Campground

            Early fall camp

            Came out to camp one night with my 5 year old. We stated on a friday night in October and the campground was not too busy at all.. maybe only 5 other groups there. Showers and bathroom were all fine, campsite was clean and well maintained. Loved that the tent camping sites were actually surrounded by trees, I see way to many tent campsites that are basically just in the middle of a grass field. There are walking paths and a couple of playgrounds around the lake close enough to walk to but far enough away they wont ever be a bother. Also if you like disc golf than this is the place to go, there is a brand new 18 hole course right next to the camp!

          • Haley C.
            Camper-submitted photo from Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping
            Nov. 2, 2023

            Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

            Great campground!

            Campground is great! Camp hosts Janet and Chris went above and beyond making Halloween perfect for our family. Been here several times and they are more than accommodating. Always a clean, safe and organized campground. Can’t wait until next year to see all of the events!

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Watkins Mill State Park
            Oct. 18, 2023

            Watkins Mill State Park

            Peaceful

            We stayed Sunday-Wednesday and it was very peaceful. Sites are not right on top of each other and it looks like they all have a fire pit and picnic table. There are only a handful of paved spots and you will need leveling blocks on the gravel. Showers and bathrooms are clean and the hosts are very nice. New asphalt roads throughout the park; nice for walking, biking, etc. Be sure to get biscuits & gravy at “The General Store” just down the road from the park entrance.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Riverfront Park Campground
            Oct. 13, 2023

            Riverfront Park Campground

            Great place with awesome hosts

            This is a great little campsite, very clean and friendly. The hosts Curtis and Christina are absolutely awesome people and very good camp hosts!

          • Debra B.
            Camper-submitted photo from AOK Campground & RV Park
            Aug. 18, 2023

            AOK Campground & RV Park

            Overnight stay

            Reasonable price for all the amenities. Super clean and staff was super nice. They were renovating around the office and showers, but nothing inconvenient.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Conservation Area
            Aug. 10, 2023

            Honey Creek Conservation Area

            Solid free campsite

            Google Maps will take you on some gnarly gravel roads in a big loop if you take directions straight from Dyrt. Save yourself the time and search “Honey Creek Conservation Area”.

            The spot itself is decent. It’s free. The campsites were super clean, but the bathrooms leave much to be desired. There are only really three or four designated campsites es, but there was only one other group here on a Wednesday. You can hear some traffic noise from the freeway, but nothing outrageous.

            Verizon signal fluctuates, but averages two bars.

          • SThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Bluffwoods Conservation Area
            Jul. 28, 2023

            Bluffwoods Conservation Area

            A nice stop but bring a fan

            I’m driving up to Wyoming from Tennessee and camping along the way and this was my first stop. I didn’t know what exactly to expect but upon pulling in there was one other car there and I asked them if they could help me find the designated camping spot, because I could not find anything Other than small patches of grass, which I wasn’t sure if they were camping sites or not, and he told me that I needed to get a permit to park and camp which shocked me, but I drove to where I could get enough service to call them and upon calling them, I discovered that I did not need a permit. You only need a permit if you’re in a group over 11 people. That was a little bit annoying, but it was an honest mistake on that guys part. He wasn’t being mean, just trying to inform me. Upon setting up my campsite, the heat and humidity really settled in and it was actually quite miserable but that was my bad for not bringing a fan. Overall the place is well-maintained and quiet. But you definitely are going to want to bring a battery powered or rechargeable fan. Incredibly hot and humid. 



          Guide to Elwood

          Camping near Elwood, Kansas, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

          What to do

          • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Crow's Creek Campground, are located near Smithville Lake, making it a great spot for fishing. One camper mentioned, "We had a short walk to the lake for fishing, and the loop had a restroom."
          • Hiking: Explore the trails at Hackberry Hollow Campground in Indian Cave State Park. A visitor shared, "The views and scenery made you feel like you got away from civilization."
          • Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Clinton State Park Campground are known for their wildlife. One camper noted, "PLENTY of wildlife. Bunnies, raccoons, and deer were everywhere."

          What campers like

          • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A review for Wallace State Park Campground stated, "The bathrooms are pristine—nicer than some restaurants or hotels I’ve been to."
          • Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. One camper at Blue Springs Lake Campground said, "The camp hosts were LOVELY, some of the friendliest I’ve met."
          • Spacious Sites: Campgrounds like Watkins Mill State Park Campground offer sites that are not too close together. A reviewer commented, "Sites are not right on top of each other, and it looks like they all have a fire pit and picnic table."

          What you should know

          • No Alcohol Policies: Some campgrounds, such as Clinton State Park Campground, do not allow alcohol. A camper mentioned, "Only downside was the bugs were horrible here. Swarms of gnats and mosquitoes."
          • Limited Amenities: Campgrounds like Camp Branch Campground have fewer amenities. One visitor noted, "Not rustic enough for me but very nice."
          • Seasonal Availability: Many campgrounds have specific seasons. For example, Blue Springs Lake Campground is open from May 16 to September 3.

          Tips for camping with families

          • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Clinton State Park Campground, which has plenty of wildlife and activities for kids. A camper shared, "The site was very secluded and had a very interesting layout."
          • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One family at Watkins Mill State Park Campground enjoyed the peaceful environment, saying, "We stayed Sunday-Wednesday and it was very peaceful."
          • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Keep everyone happy with snacks. A visitor at Crow's Creek Campground mentioned, "The camp store sells wood and everyone was extremely friendly."

          Tips from RVers

          • Check Hookup Availability: Make sure to confirm if your site has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Walnut Grove RV Park said, "I would recommend staying at the premium pull-through sites."
          • Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during weekends. One camper at Clinton State Park Campground noted, "It was busy and noisy up until quiet hours."
          • Use Local Resources: Campers often recommend checking local stores for supplies. A visitor at Camp Branch Campground mentioned, "The grounds are close to town in case you forgot anything."

          Camping near Elwood, Kansas, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.

          Frequently Asked Questions

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

            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Elwood, KS is Agency Conservation Area with a 2-star rating from 2 reviews.

          • What is the best site to find tent camping near Elwood, KS?

            TheDyrt.com has all 7 tent camping locations near Elwood, KS, with real photos and reviews from campers.