Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hillsdale, KS

Looking to find an RV campground or tent campsite near Hillsdale that allows dogs? The Dyrt can help you find the best campsites for you and your dog. Each pet-friendly campsite offers quick access to one or more of Hillsdale's most popular destinations.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Hillsdale, KS (71)

    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Springs Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Springs Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Springs Lake Campground
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    2. Blue Springs Lake Campground

    41 Reviews
    38 Photos
    172 Saves
    Blue Springs, Missouri

    Blue Springs Campground features modern facilities and is located only 5 minutes from Blue Springs Lake. Some of the amenities include:

    Attendant
    Fire Grill
    Firewood - $7/bucket (outside firewood is not permitted)
    Laundry
    Picnic Table
    Playground
    Restrooms
    Showers
    
    
    Premiere - Full Hookup with Concrete Pad: 29 sites
    Full Hookup: 16 sites
    Electric: 23 sites
    Electric and Water: 13 sites
    Total: 81 sites
    
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 - $48 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Miola City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Miola City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Miola City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Miola City Park

    3. Lake Miola City Park

    6 Reviews
    4 Photos
    44 Saves
    Paola, Kansas

    This approximately 560 acre park offers a variety of water sports, including boating, skiing, swimming, and fishing on a 200 acre lake. Also available are camping and picnic areas, a playground and hiking trails.

    During the summer months, a camp host is available at the campgrounds on the west side of the lake to assist campers. Camping and boating permits are also available from the Lake Caretaker at the office near the boat ramp.

    Lake Miola is located at the north edge of Paola at 299th Street and Hedge Lane Road.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake

    4. Bloomington East - Clinton Lake

    21 Reviews
    43 Photos
    48 Saves
    Lawrence, Kansas

    Overview

    Bloomington East Park includes Cedar Ridge, Hickory/Walnut, and Oak Campgrounds, Ash and Elm Group Camps, and Bloomington Beach Picnic Shelters. The park is located just west of Clinton Lake, between the Rock Creek and Wakarusa River arms of the lake, and offers several different recreational options. Within Bloomington East Park, visitors have the opportunity to reserve picnic shelters and campsites, both for group camping and individual family camping.

    Recreation

    Bloomington Beach has a large sandy beach for swimming. Bloomington Beach requires a day use fee, for non-campers, between May 1 and September 30. There are horseshoe pits, sand volleyball courts and playgrounds located several places in Bloomington East Park, making it the perfect spot for families. Clinton Lake offers opportunities for boating, fishing, canoeing, jet skiing, swimming and countless other water sports, making it the main attraction in Bloomington East Park. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, fishermen, and hunters, ample opportunities for their sports, and Clinton Lake is well-stocked with crappie, walleye, channel catfish and white bass. Bloomington East Park has three boat ramps within a short driving distance of the campgrounds. These boat ramps (#5, 6 and 7) do require a day use fee, for non-campers, between April 1 and October 31. Visitors enjoy viewing bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey and other wildlife in abundance at Clinton Lake. Three trail systems are located around Clinton Lake, including the North Shore, South Shore and the George Latham Trails. All offer hiking, biking and equestrian opportunities within a 20 minute drive.

    Natural Features

    Congress authorized Clinton Lake in 1962, and the finished reservoir was filled in 1980. While the Dam and Reservoir were originally built for flood control, the area has now become a recreational oasis for millions of visitors to enjoy the beautiful green Kansas backdrop. Clinton Lake's beautiful setting of steep bluffs, wooded shoreline and clean water is unequaled among Kansas lakes. Shoreline development has been limited in an effort to preserve as much of the natural setting as possible. Clinton Lake spans 8 miles up the Wakarusa Valley and covers 7,000 surface acres. If the lake ever approaches the top of its flood pool, an additional 5,800 acres will be covered, extending the area to 13 miles along the valley floor.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Visitor Center, located on the northwest side of the dam, has several informative displays covering topics such as the history of the area, reasons for the dam and the wildlife in the area. The Clinton Lake Museum, located within Bloomington East Park, has several informative displays covering topics like the history of the region and the Underground Railroad. The cities of Lawrence and Topeka are within a 30 minute drive.

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

    $14 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove RV Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Grove RV Park

    5. Walnut Grove RV Park

    13 Reviews
    21 Photos
    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

    Camper-submitted photo from Peculiar Park Place
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    6. Peculiar Park Place

    7 Reviews
    15 Photos
    38 Saves
    Raymore, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    7. Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    18 Reviews
    18 Photos
    115 Saves
    Lee's Summit, Missouri
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Crappie Cove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crappie Cove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Crappie Cove Campground

    8. Crappie Cove Campground

    3 Reviews
    3 Photos
    23 Saves
    Hillsdale, Kansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      9. Saddle Ridge Campground

      2 Reviews
      32 Saves
      Hillsdale, Kansas

      Water, Electric: 22

      Primitive Campsites: 12

      Other Information: Saddle Ridge equestrian area has approximately 32 miles of marked trails available to horseback riders and trail users. Sites are reservable at reserveamerica.com 2 days in advance of arrival.

      Conveniently located south of the Kansas City Metro Area, one of Kansas’ newest reservoirs awaits visitors to its more than 12,000 acres of park and wildlife area. Completed in 1982, more than 70 percent of the standing timber was left in the reservoir basin to provide fish habitat. Walleye, catfish, largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill are abundant. Approximately 4,500 acres of water and 51 miles of shoreline are open to fishing. Roughly 7,000 acres are open to hunting at Hillsdale within the wildlife area and state park.

      Common wildlife includes whitetail deer, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbit, beaver, muskrat, and a variety of waterfowl. Birdwatchers will see bald eagles, shorebirds, finches, warblers, sparrows, and hawks.

      The Saddle Ridge equestrian area on the east side of the reservoir has about 32 miles of marked trails available to horseback riders.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      Camper-submitted photo from Woodridge Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Woodridge Park
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      10. Woodridge Park

      13 Reviews
      22 Photos
      152 Saves
      Clinton Lake, Kansas

      This recreation area is part of Clinton Lake

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Trash
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    Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Hillsdale

    322 Reviews of 71 Hillsdale 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
      Camper-submitted photo from Michigan Valley
      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

    • TThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Outlet(melvern)
      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.

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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.

    • 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.

    • 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!

    • 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.

    • Craig W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Woodridge Park
      May. 21, 2024

      Woodridge Park

      Nice campground with a group

      We recently took our scout troop to Woodridge and had ample space for the group.  The 4.5 mile trail was a nice activity for the scouts during the morning.  The trail was moderately difficult and could be problematic if raining.  The vault toilet was pretty clean and well taken care of.  It was fairly busy between the car campers and those who utilized one of the many hike in sites.  Several of the hike in sites looked promising and I hope to one day return and use one as well.

    • 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.

    • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Woodridge Park
      May. 13, 2024

      Woodridge Park

      Fine for a night, not longer

      It was pretty crowded and most car camping sites were taken when we got in at 8pm on a Wednesday in may. Some folks appeared to be staying long-term and had left their dogs completely unattended with only one tied up so they were just wandering the campground.

      We left after a night because cell service wasn’t very good (1 bar on Verizon/at and t/t mobile) and the loose dog repeatedly wandering into our campsite was upsetting our dog. Sites down the trail for tents seemed okay.

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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.

    • 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.

    • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA
      Mar. 28, 2024

      Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

      Friendly, clean and close to the freeway

      Nice to spend the night. Friendly staff and clean bath/shower facilities. Close proximity to the interstate does come with some traffic noise. Many retail options within a short drive.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Coeur D'alene
      Feb. 13, 2024

      Coeur D'alene

      Off season Free Camping

      Stayed here off season for free. They do not close the gates so you can enter but no access to facilities, water or electric. Campground slopes to the river so very few level sites. Some noise from the road but otherwise peaceful as nobody was there.

    • Stuart O.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA
      Nov. 14, 2023

      Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

      Good spot

      We offer a perspective on RV camping "off peak" (late fall and early spring).  This KOA has a nice eastern exposure for morning sun, and lots of pull through sites.  On the downside, if you're sensitive to nearby road noise, there's a lot of Jake Brakes on I-70 which, at least in the absence of tree foliage, is all over the park.

    • D
      Camper-submitted photo from Campus RV Park
      Oct. 15, 2023

      Campus RV Park

      ONE OF THE BEST OF THE BEST

      $50. ONE OF THE BEST OF THE BEST! Concrete paved site. Easy convenient no-stop registration when you make your reservation. Modern, very clean shower/toilet facility.

    • A
      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!

    • Lisa L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Creek (KS)
      Jul. 30, 2023

      Rock Creek (KS)

      Beautiful views, amazing staff!

      This campground is beautiful. You can view the lake from just about every spot. The facilities are well cared for and the volunteer staff is amazing.



    Guide to Hillsdale

    If you're looking to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friend, there are several excellent options for pets-allowed camping near Hillsdale, Kansas. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities that cater to both you and your pet.

    Tips for camping with dogs near Hillsdale

    • Make sure to bring plenty of water and a portable bowl for your dog while enjoying the amenities at Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park.
    • Keep your dog on a leash while exploring the scenic trails and picnic areas at Lake Miola City Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
    • Pack your pet's favorite toys and bedding to make their stay at Crappie Cove Campground more enjoyable and familiar.

    Dog-friendly activities while camping near Hillsdale

    • Enjoy fishing and boating at Hillsdale State Park, where your dog can accompany you on the water or relax by the shore.
    • Take advantage of the walking paths and open spaces at Peculiar Park Place for leisurely strolls with your pet.
    • Explore the nearby trails and enjoy a day of hiking at Saddle Ridge Campground, where your dog can enjoy the fresh air and natural surroundings.

    Pet-friendly campgrounds include

    • Rutlader Outpost RV Park offers full hookups and a welcoming atmosphere for pets, making it a great choice for RV travelers.
    • At Linn County Park, you can find shaded spots and plenty of wildlife, perfect for a nature-filled getaway with your dog.
    • Shady Acres RV Park features a community picnic shelter and is close to Hillsdale Lake, providing a great environment for pets and their owners.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Hillsdale, KS?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hillsdale, KS is Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park with a 4.1-star rating from 15 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Hillsdale, KS?

      TheDyrt.com has all 71 dog-friendly camping locations near Hillsdale, KS, with real photos and reviews from campers.