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$10 - $21 / night
"When we moved from Oregon to Kansas, we wanted to find a good place to camp! The first place we camped was Elk City and we’ve camped there three times now - it’s a great spot."
"The best hiking trails in the State of Kansas are in and around this lake and state park. From this camp ground you can hop on an awesome trail that leads up to the dam over look area."
$10 - $21 / night
"This is a beautiful lake near Independence, Kansas that has plenty to do. There is a very challenging hiking trail that is 11 miles one way so take plenty of fluids & snacks."
"I'd definitely return because the park has nice trails, great views, and a serene lake setting, but I'd make sure I'm in a different campground than Sunset Point."
$19 - $24 / night
"Had a good time on the lake fishing and I was able to hike the Elk River hiking trail about 10 miles with my dog. What a blast!"
"Saw several deer across the lake at dusk, eating grass.
Beautiful spot not far off Highway 75.""Very close to town so you never have to miss anything you may have forgotten. And heck its free!"
$21 - $95 / night
"Fantastic hiking along the lake bluff will be sure to wear out your legs! All RV sites are water and electric and most are pull through. It's the most level site I have ever had."
"Great camping with and without electricity (both rv and plug) clean water spouts and hiking trail. Clean(ish) bathrooms and shower with hot water and changing area!"
"There is a boat ramp with access to Elk City Lake. Most of the campers when we were their were either hunters or fishermen.
The site so have power, 30 amp, and there is a dump station."
$18 / night
"This park sits on the Elk City Lake. It has modern (brand new) playgrounds, basketball courts, and even a sand volleyball court."
$14 - $76 / night
"Compared to the few other lakes we’ve stayed at, this campground it very nicely developed with electric and water hook ups in just the right spots, and a really nice area with a picnic table, bbq grill"
"Clean campground but it was way too well maintained as far as it being very out in the open, there were no woods around us for our campsite so the wind almost knocked our tent over."
$40 / night
"I love camping here close to everything but yet secluded. Great Lake for water sports, plenty of privacy and always clean and well taken care of."
"Has very clean bathhouse and hot showers a short walk away. We love this place."
$8 / night
"Big rig friendly large pull though sites and smaller back in sites with 30 and 50 amp and water no sewer but dump station is close by."
ScoutI loved it! It's so quiet and peaceful. Very close to town so you never have to miss anything you may have forgotten. And heck its free!
ScoutGreat location, friendly staff, and very reasonable pricing. $395 for the month + electric. Laundry room on site is nice, inexpensive, and includes plenty of washer and dryers. There’s a paved walking trail right next to the campground that is well maintained and leads to the campgrounds dog park. Dog park is clean and spacious. My only thing to note is that the campground is all rock/dirt so it is very dusty, however the staff to a great job of keeping up with the area and making it a nice place to stay.
TravelerI was here in November, not sure that it's even open. 8 sites with electric and water
GuideWhen I got here it was very windy and the spot directly across the lake from here ended up being better and a little more out of the wind since there were more trees. Couldn’t find any rules for camping for camping in this area but ended up staying for several days without a problem. Had between 5-10 cars drive by each day so barely any traffic. Most of the spots on this lake are good in size and some have a nice open view of the sky for solar and Starlink which was great.
TravelerNice area plenty of room with our 5th wheel
GuideThe electricity worked. We had to bail out green water from our water hookup and the drinking water had a green tinge. We couldn't dump because the sewer was full.
GuideCute Little Park with electric, water, picnic tables and fire pits. Call 819-741-1175.
RangerStopped for an overnight on the way home.
The spots are pull offs, circles and small lots of gravel.
No toilets or trash pickup.
The area was actually very clean.
Saw several deer across the lake at dusk, eating grass.
Beautiful spot not far off Highway 75.
GuideMoline City Park has two RV sites with electric and water and a nearby pavilion. Just a few blocks from Swinging Bridge Lodge and Cafe.
Camping near Independence, Kansas, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several great options to explore.
Camping around Independence, KS, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Independence, KS offers a wide range of camping options, with 85 campgrounds and RV parks near Independence, KS and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Independence, KS is Timber Road Campground — Elk City State Park with a 4-star rating from 5 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Independence, KS.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 25 parks near Independence, KS that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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