Best RV Parks & Resorts near Gardner, KS

Are you planning a trip to Gardner with your RV? We've got you covered. Find the best sites near Gardner where you can park your RV with a scenic view. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Gardner's most popular destinations.

Best RV Sites Near Gardner, KS (84)

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    1. Walnut Grove RV Park

    13 Reviews
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    63 Saves
    Mission, Kansas

    10 minutes for downtown KC., MO. and 15 minutes from Overland Park, KS., Walnut Grove RV Park offers a total of 50 lots. We are not a resort, so we don't have pool or activities. You stay here so you can do all those things in the city around us. Amenities include hot showers, clean restrooms, laundromat, dump station, dog park, both 30 and 50 amps sites are available with full hook-ups at each lot. WiFi internet service is available from edge to edge of the park! Paved roads lead to our 50 sites, that our staff is more than happy to help get you in and out of with ease! Along with the historical attractions, there are also several Casino’s near the park; Harrah’s, Argosy, Casino KC and Hollywood Casino. All are located within a 15 minutes drive! Maps and Brochures are available anytime in the front of the office, or just ask one of our Staff for directions to your destination and they will print you a map on the spot! ALSO, with tournament time rapidly approaching, The National Intramural Softball Fields are located just 5 miles West of the Park on Johnson Drive. If planning to attend a tournament please make reservations EARLY. We wish to accommodate everyone, but with conventions and special events, we ask that you make your reservations as much in advance as possible, with only 50 lots, a prime location, and our rock-star staff, we have a tendency to fill up FAST! 65′ Max RV Site Available Length

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $62 - $131 / night

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    2. Worlds of Fun Village

    6 Reviews
    11 Photos
    12 Saves
    Randolph, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $300 / night

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    3. Campus RV Park

    9 Reviews
    22 Photos
    41 Saves
    Independence, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $37 - $48 / night

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    4. Basswood Country RV Resort

    12 Reviews
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    87 Saves
    Platte City, Missouri

    Basswood Country Inn and destination RV Resort in Platte City, Missouri, about 20 miles north of Kansas City, offers 155 full hook-up sites with 30 / 50 amp electric, water, sewer, 24 channels of cable TV, WI-FI and much more. You can also stay in one of several furnished cabins and lodges. They include The Celebrity House with the Truman Suite, Rudy Vallee Suite, Bing Crosby Suite and the McConaughey Suite! Amenities and attractions mean Outdoor Theater, a pizza shack, a country store, walking trails, themed weekends and activities, playground, seasonal swimming pool, fitness room, fishing lakes, seasonal live entertainment and much more… plus, in addition to being close to the bustle of Kansas City.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $56 - $59 / night

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      5. Stadium RV Park

      3 Reviews
      9 Saves
      Independence, Missouri

      At Stadium RV Park & Campground in Independence, Missouri, we feature the best of the Midwest. Visit our RV Park during your next trip to take in a range of local sights and sounds. Our property is easily accessible and convenient to many attractions in the area, including Harrah’s Casino, Oceans of Fun, Independence Square, the Truman Home and Library, and many antique shops and restaurants. Whether you’re from the area or just stopping by, you have a safe place to park your vehicles at Stadium RV Park.

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      6. Deer Creek Valley RV Park

      7 Reviews
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      36 Saves
      Topeka, Kansas

      Welcome to Topeka's top-rated RV Park. Deer Creek Valley RV Park is located just off I-70 @ Exit 364B. We are centrally located near major shopping, restaurants, and services, yet in a quiet, comfortable, secure area. We are located approximately 1.5 miles north of Lake Shawnee, where you can enjoy fishing, boating, jet skiing, paddle boating, or the beautiful 8-mile trail around the entire lake for walking or bike riding.

      Our park is concrete throughout with beautiful landscaping, surrounded by trees, and fully fenced with a security gate. The all-automatic men's and women's restrooms with showers are located in a concrete building that also serves as a storm shelter. Our laundry room is also housed in the bathhouse building. In the warmer weather, you can enjoy our in-ground pool. The playground and fenced pet play area are open year-round.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $40 - $45 / night

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      7. Pony Express RV Park LLC

      4 Reviews
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      13 Saves
      Mound City, Kansas

      Traveling cross-country in an RV? Pony Express RV Park is the perfect RV campground to get off the road and spend a few days getting the ground back under your feet. Stay with us for a few nights or explore long-term RV parking, making us your new basecamp for a few weeks. You’re welcome no matter how long you decide to stay and we promise convenience and comfort all the days you’re with us. Our Maysville, MO RV community offers daily, weekly and monthly RV parking rates, as well as special rates for long-term guests.

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      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
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      8. Shady Acres RV Park

      1 Review
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      18 Saves
      Hillsdale, Kansas

      Shady Rest acres RV park is located in Eastern Kansas and open year-round. Amenities include bathhouses, free wifi, gated community, laundry, and full hookups. Great for long term stays, located right outside Kansas City.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access

      $23 - $33 / night

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      9. Lake Paradise Resort

      5 Reviews
      4 Photos
      25 Saves
      Oak Grove, Missouri
      • Pets
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      • Electric Hookups
      • Reservable
      • RVs
      • Tents

      $35 - $80 / night

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      10. Trailside RV Park

      3 Reviews
      4 Photos
      9 Saves
      Grain Valley, Missouri
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    Recent RV Reviews in Gardner

    507 Reviews of 84 Gardner Campgrounds


    • Ioan P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Trailside RV Park
      Oct. 12, 2024

      Trailside RV Park

      For one night, ok

      Is situated near very busy Hwy and rails road. It is a little tight but the stuff is very nice.

    • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Oct. 1, 2024

      Michigan Valley

      Excellent campground

      The hosts are very friendly and the campsites have decent space between them, restrooms are decent except there are no hooks or benches at the entrance restrooms. The other restroom is unknown to me Nice shade for most of the day and there’s a swimming beach and places you can go fishing. Water and electric are shut off on the 1st of October

    • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Sep. 30, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Clean, Attractive, and Quiet

      Weston Bend, MO 9/24: As of early September 1/2 of the campground is closed for construction. I understand that some sites will be upgraded to full hookups. (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

      (72 yr olds in 27’ trailer.)

      Overall Rating: 5 for a state park . Hiking and overlooks nearby. This is a nice campground to visit Leavenworth from. Very clean showers. Price 2024: About $15 for non electric sites. $25 for electric sites Security: Gate w code for night time entry Usage during visit: Very full during weekends. Plenty of free sites during the week Visual Privacy Between Adjacent Sites: Some more than others Site Spacing: Very good Pad surface: Blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Pretty quiet Outside Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: No reason for Electric Hookup: All sites but # 3 and 26. Sewer Hookup: Coming to some sites by 2025 Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes, at dump stations and some scattered spigots Generators: Allowed Bathroom: One building with flush toilets. One pit toilet near site #26 Showers: Yes. Clean and nice. Pull Throughs: 1 or 2 Cell Service (AT&T): 2 bars Setting: Thick deciduous forest Recent Weather: Some 90 - 100 degree days in late August Solar: # 3 has better solar than the other non-electric site shady #26. Insects: Not bad Host: Great Rig Size: large rigs Sites: #3 and # 26 are non- electric. #26 is the most private.

    • Jeff L.The Dyrt PRO User
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      Sep. 13, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      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.

    • TThe Dyrt PRO User
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      Aug. 4, 2024

      Outlet(melvern)

      Our favorite local hangout

      Beautiful well-kept park with gorgeous trails, beach, lots of shade, and quiet camping. We’ve been here three times now and just love it. Outlet park is below the dam. If you’re into fishing/boating the giant lake has a marina with everything you need to get out on the water as well as a kitchen where they serve hamburgers and other food items. The Marina is currently closed as of 8-2-24 due to weather damage but will reopen.

    • Mitch M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
      Jul. 21, 2024

      Clinton State Park Campground

      Close to town but far enough to enjoy the wilderness

      Overall it was a good experience. We came on a weekend with good weather and were able to reserve easily a couple days in advance. There were a few campers near to us that we could see but no one that was right next to us and we couldn't hear them at all. 

      Pros: 

      • Access to "modern" toilets that flushed. While the one closest to us was closed (see cons) there was one a bit further, maybe another 4 minutes walk away that was open. It had a few stalls and were in decent enough condition. 

      • PLENTY of wildlife. Bunnies, Racoons (and babies), PLENTY of deer, a possum.

      • Bugs - While I've been here in early July and the bugs made me want to scream, in late July it seems they are better or at least being more in the open helped. A few flies and mosquitos. Nothing too bad.

      Cons:

      • It didn't seem like the host was there. There was a car driving around that asked us where a campsite was but it was in a weird format and they said the host wasn't around. 
      • The bathrooms nearest to us were a modern toilet and they were closed, but it didn't really say they were closed so the only indication was no lights and more spiders than I care to admit. 
      • Many of the camping areas (a vast majority) are surrounded by woodland and brush that makes it impossible to see, or even smell the lake. Getting down to it is a bit of a chore if you choose to do so.
      • Though it had rained a few days before our campsite was bone dry, which is fine except that the ground was so hard that 80% of our set up time was trying to stake in. Could have just been our location though
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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
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      Jun. 30, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      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.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
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      Jun. 14, 2024

      Topeka / Capital City KOA

      The longer pull thru sites are Buddy site- we didn’t realize this

      Our site was $56.78 We were in Site# 59 The check in was at 12pm but the office was closed until 3:30pm so we grabbed our sheet left out front and got ourselves to our site.

      We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
      We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep (although the Jeep had to be parked straight across the front of our site to fit in). Also we were right on the highway.

      The site was easy to level.
      Our site was not shaded and without any trees. The most FRUSTRATING part is that this was a buddy site (that is NO WHERE on their website). We have rescue dogs and don’t want to share our space with neighbors we don’t know. Literally no one wants to Kumbaya by the fireside with complete strangers. Therefore our trip went from one week originally to two nights. We would have left the next day but the husband wanted to see the Evel Knievel museum.

      The lot does not have a concrete patio but has a picnic table and fire grate.

      They have a community fire pit with multiple swings around it. They sell wood for $6 a bundle.

      They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster at the entrance.

      You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They do not provide golf cart rentals. There is really not a need to have a Golf cart because it is a smaller campground.

      They do have a saltwater Swimming pool. They have a catch and release fishing pond.

      There is a Playground. They also offer a weight room and an adorable activities room with air hockey, a library, & a pool table. There is also a scenic walking trail. The trail is almost a mile and they’ve kept it mowed and easy to identify.

      They have a basic general store. There is not a snack bar/restaurant on site.

      The streets are gravel so not great for riding bikes.

      They have cabins for rent and a tent area (electric & primitive options).

      They have 2 shower houses. The shower house in the main barn has individual shower/toilet/sink areas. The shower house in the park has the typical stalls. These are kept very clean.

      There is a laundry facility in both shower houses. It is a cash only facility.

      They have a fenced in dog park which is unfortunately located in the front of the park away from RV sites.

      Some fun things to do outside of the campground are the Evel Knievel museum and Brown vs. Board of Education historical park.

      Staff are very kind. I would definitely stay here in the future but will know to secure a site that isn’t shared with others

    • Loren L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Osage State Fishing Lake
      Jun. 12, 2024

      Osage State Fishing Lake

      Quick, easy, clean

      On a road trip off the 70, pulled over to camp for the night! Quiet, only a few other campers around.. lovely nighttime sounds. Firepit. Some trash from other campers.. remember to pack it in and pack it out!

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      Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
      Jun. 10, 2024

      Clinton State Park Campground

      Peaceful

      Camped out at site 13 for a real peaceful Saturday. Half of our group took the trail and hiked to the campsite, the other half got there by kayak/paddleboard. The site was very secluded and had a very interesting layout. Lots of hammock tree setups too.

      Only real issue we had was there wasn’t a lot of flat ground. The tents we pitched were pretty close to the fire, and the biggest patch of flat ground was down wind from the fire.

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

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      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.

    • brenna F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Powell's Creekside Haven
      May. 29, 2024

      Powell's Creekside Haven

      Small but cute

      This is definitely a smaller campground, but when communicating with the owners they were super nice and accommodating. We have a rooftop tent in our car, so we parked in one of the tent sites down by the creek and we had a very private space away from all of the RVs. The facilities were also very clean. There is a private indoor accessible toilet, as well as a hot shower and laundry. There are also indoor and outdoor games on site. Since we were closer to the pond it was pretty buggy, but putting on some bug spray helped.

    • Clyde C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Deer Creek Valley RV Park
      May. 24, 2024

      Deer Creek Valley RV Park

      Amazing RV Park

      This is an amazing park. The spot was 55 with a 5.50 Good Sam discount. It is gated, several spots mostly pull through. The roads and parking spots are all concrete with grass and picnic tables. Laundry, bathrooms, showers. Swimming pool and kids play yard. Large fenced pet area. This is just off interstate 70. The reservation desk was very friendly. Would highly recommend.

    • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Osage State Fishing Lake
      May. 13, 2024

      Osage State Fishing Lake

      Very pretty, mostly peaceful

      We found a great spot for our van that was right on the water and mostly secluded. Got pretty busy on the weekend and people had loose dogs that were causing some problems, but otherwise very chill. Lake is beautiful, decent cell service with Verizon. Pit toilets in good shape when we arrived Thursday afternoon but kind of rough by the end of the weekend.

      Camp in main area to be near toilets, otherwise there’s lots of loops near the water where you can find sites with more privacy. No trash so pack it out.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
      May. 8, 2024

      Bloomington East - Clinton Lake

      Great spot- Quiet and not busy

      Stayed one night in Walnut at site 286. $20 a night. Clean showers and bathrooms. Plenty of hot water. Plenty of spaces in walnut, hickory was busier. Beautiful lake.

    • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Weston Bend State Park Campground
      May. 7, 2024

      Weston Bend State Park Campground

      Quiet campground close to many Kansas City attractions

      Campground is hilly, sites are level, gravel pads. Lots of space between sites. Electric sites, no water, but water spigots were scattered around the campground. Majority of sites had shade. Most sites are back in, there are 2 pull through sites and 2 family sites. Firewood is available for sale on the honor system near the camp host. Nice shower facilities and laundry available (one washer, one dryer). Regular trash dumpster and also recycling. Pit toilets also available. Dump station across from dumpsters and recycling. Entrance gate closes at 9 pm.

    • 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.


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    Guide to Gardner

    RV camping near Gardner, Kansas offers a variety of well-reviewed parks that cater to different needs, from family-friendly amenities to peaceful retreats.

    Explore Local Attractions Near Gardner

    • Enjoy a stay at Walnut Grove RV Park, conveniently located close to Kansas City, making it easy to explore the vibrant local culture and attractions.
    • Rutlader Outpost RV Park is near Hillsdale State Park, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to hike, fish, or enjoy a day by the water.
    • For a unique experience, visit Shady Acres RV Park, which is close to local stores and offers a serene environment for relaxation.

    Activities for RVers

    • At Deer Creek Valley RV Park, families can enjoy a swimming pool and playground, making it a great spot for kids to play while parents unwind.
    • Pony Express RV Park LLC offers a rustic setting with beautiful grounds, perfect for those who appreciate nature and want to explore the outdoors.
    • For those looking for a more social atmosphere, Basswood Country RV Resort features a pool and various recreational activities, ideal for families and groups.

    Amenities That Enhance Your Stay

    • Homewood RV Park provides full hookups and is big rig friendly, ensuring a comfortable stay for larger RVs.
    • Forbes Landing RV Park offers essential amenities like electric hookups and sewer connections, making it a practical choice for longer stays.
    • Crossroads RV Park and Campground features well-maintained sites with easy access to water and sanitation facilities, catering to all your camping needs.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular RV campsite near Gardner, KS?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Gardner, KS is Walnut Grove RV Park with a 4.2-star rating from 13 reviews.

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