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Best Cabin Camping near Independence, KS

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Several cabin rentals dot the countryside surrounding Independence, Kansas. Elk City State Park offers cabin accommodations at both Timber Road and Prairie Meadow campgrounds, with cabins featuring electricity, heating, and basic furnishings. Most cabins include beds with mattresses, tables, chairs, and electric outlets. A visitor commented, "Elk City State Park is great with hiking trails about as good as it gets in Kansas, and dedicated mountain biking trails which are rarely seen in state parks." Bathroom facilities are typically shared, with shower houses located centrally within campground loops, though some premium cabins include private bathrooms.

Rustic log cabins and more modern furnished units can be found throughout the region's state parks. Lil' Toledo Lodge offers cabin rentals with higher-end amenities including water hookups, electric service, and sewer connections. Toronto Point Cabins at Cross Timbers State Park provides year-round cabin accommodations with both primitive and modernized options. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months and holiday weekends. A camper wrote, "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."

Most cabins provide only basic necessities, requiring guests to bring their own bedding, towels, and cooking supplies. Kitchenettes vary widely between properties - some cabins feature microwaves, mini-refrigerators and basic cooking equipment while others provide only a fire ring outside. Fall River State Park's Gobbler's Knob Campground offers cabins with water and electric hookups, allowing for more kitchen appliance usage. Visitors should check specific cabin listings before arrival as amenities differ significantly between locations. Stocking up on groceries and supplies in Independence before arrival is recommended, as on-site stores are limited or non-existent at most cabin locations.

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33 Reviews of 10 Independence Campgrounds

  • Annie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 25, 2017

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    CCC Camping

    What a neat little park in Northeastern Oklahoma! What I really liked was that most of the park was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the Depression and New Deal eras. Many of the buildings were still in use including shelters and cabins. What I didn't like were the terribly short hours of the office- open 8:00-4:30, although no one was around as late as 8:30 in the morning. Back to the positives, the tent sites were separate from the RV sites by a good 1/4 mile so no worries about generators. I camped in site Q which was on the interior of the tent loop, but the prime spots were on the outside of the loop. If you can get site R you will be in heaven!. Each site had a picnic table and fire pit and there were nice level places for tents on all sites. There is a nice overlook in the tent loop to watch the sun rise over the valley. The bathhouse was clean and had electric. There were two shower stalls, but no doors or curtains, so best not be modest. The RV sites seemed well spaced and well maintained. There were several nice trails in the park, with one that left from the tent loop, but they weren't really well marked and it was difficult to find any trail maps. There is a pretty little lake near the entrance that you can rent canoes to take a spin around the lake, but again, it depends on whether someone shows up to man the office. Apparently I wasn't the only one struggling to deal with the office hours as someone just dumped their boat paddles and PDF's in front of the office door since there was no one to turn them in to.

  • Angie S.
    Jun. 21, 2020

    Timber Road Campground — Elk City State Park

    Park is Great. Camping, well...

    Elk City State Park is great. It's full but not crowded, hiking is about as good as it gets in Kansas, dedicated Mountain Biking trails which I rarely see and it's rather pretty. Swimnarea is muddy but the kids didn't mind. Comfort Cove camping is adequate. Shower house is clean (by KS State Park standards), quiet hours respected and my kids enjoyed the playground. Our site is miniature. No place for a clothes line, no fire pit to speak of even though everyone else has one. We are boxed in tighter than a KOA and we feel it. There are sections more spread out with more room per site but not Site 243. Also, very little shade and very few shades sites which is weird in an area abundant in big giant shade trees.

  • Donna H.
    May. 27, 2022

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    Sleeping in Northeastern Oklahoma Woods

    Beautiful old, but refurbished campground in Northeast Oklahoma, built by the CCC! Our last night of a 16-day trip is quietly coming to a close. We made reservations on-line (that's another story!), and when we got there around 8 p.m., the RV campground was about 1/3 full. There are only electric hookups and community water is scattered through the campground. There are tent cabins to rent, and separate tent camping area, also where the overlook is, although it was overgrown and not easy to see the view! There are newish shower and toilet buildings scattered around and my hubs said they were nice and clean... shower water warm only. There is a swimming pool opening early June and nice walking trails. Lots of history if you go that route!

  • Richard
    May. 1, 2021

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    Osage Hill

    We tent camped here at Tent Hill site C. Had a grassy site which was nice. It was kind of close to D but we had good neighbors. Also, one of the benches at the picnic table was gone. Maybe it was an ADA site. Had a fire ring and lantern pole. Just across the road from the bathroom.

    There are some good trails here. But they are in the process of making some changes and the maps are only partially accurate for the time being. We hiked to the old CCC camp and saw some old buildings and stuff.

    There is a playground at the bottom of the hill. It’s a bit of a trek back up.

    I suggest hiking down to the “waterfalls” on the river and spending some time.

  • Wil B.
    Aug. 22, 2016

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    Osage Hills State Park Camping Review

    Osage Hills State Park is tucked away in the rolling hills and tall grass prairies of NE Oklahoma, and home to over 1100 acres of forest, lakes, creeks, trails, and fun. The park offers 20 fully-outfitted RV campsites, 8 rustic cabins, and over a dozen designated tent-camping sites. Advance reservations are recommended, but not required (if the designated camping areas are not full). The park also has a swimming pool, ball field, tennis courts, and an abundance of heavy concrete picnic tables available.

    For the more adventurous, the park has easily-accessible lakes and creeks, hiking trails (easy-to-moderate in difficulty for the average, able adult), mountain biking trails, and scenic overlooks.

    Wildlife is abundant throughout the park, but in my many experiences, have never been invasive of the camping areas. Depending on the season, ducks, geese, wild turkey, deer, squirrels, and many other forms of wildlife can be seen in proximity, with relative ease. Fishermen will enjoy the park's waterfronts, at Lookout Lake & Sand Creek, where plentiful bass, perch, crappie, and catfish can be had.

    My family and I have made many great memories at Osage Hills over the years, it's a great place to get away for a weekend & enjoy nature. My favorite time of year to go would be early-mid fall, as the foliage can be truly brilliant & breathtaking. Highly recommended!

  • P
    Apr. 20, 2021

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    A Gem in Beautiful Osage Hills State Park in Oklahoma

    Nestled in the beautiful hills of the Osage Hills Nation, located between Bartlesville, Oklahoma and Pawhuska, Oklahoma is Osage Hills State Park. I brought three of my grands who all had a blast! This 1,100 acre park offers swimming, fishing, hiking, biking, & even has a tennis court. The clean restrooms were a plus! Cabins, RV & Tent camping available. There is a small private lake with kayaks (Lookout Lake), many hiking trails, a swimming pool, and playground. We saw white tail deer, armadillo, & wild Turkey. There is a lot to do in the area. Woolaroc, Frank Phillips Mansion, The Pioneer Woman, The Dewey Hotel Museum, Tom Mix Museum, Kiddie Park.

  • Tom K.
    Jun. 4, 2018

    Osage Hills State Park Campground

    Close Camping Escape

    We often go here when we need to change things up on our hiking schedule. The trails aren't marked but the park is small enough that you do not need signs. We haven't had an issue picking up a day use map at the check in counter or just looking at the signs throughout the park. The camping situation is really pretty decent. We stay on the main loop and have a table and fire ring. It can be loud but when we camp here we make sure to go late in the season or really early as the heat in the park is a serious concern. We have seen water snakes in this park so be careful when swimming. We can't tell them apart so we steer clear. The main loop is a little uneven so it may take some work finding a level spot in certain camp spots. The far end of the loop is the best, imo. If you are going to do just a short hike, I recommend going to the look out and finding the trail to the old CCC camp. The trail goes close enough to the spots that you can go off trail and really explore! This is a site that you want to go to as there isn't really anything else around.

  • J
    Jun. 1, 2018

    Timber Road Campground — Elk City State Park

    Very Nice State Park with great water views

    This is a great State Park. Sites are paved with water and electric hook ups. Most are pretty level. Very clean park with nice restrooms and shower facilities. Great water views. 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. The trail has the lake on one side and rock wall formations on the other. Simply a great hiking area.

  • W
    Oct. 6, 2024

    South Owl Lake

    Great stop with hookups and wifi!

    This campground was a nice surprise for the area. Near a golf course, allowed fires and had restrooms (no showers). Also had a boat ramp and dock along with playground. WiFi, even though we didn't use, was a nice bonus.

Guide to Independence

Cabin camping near Independence, Kansas offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, making it an ideal getaway for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $27 to $50

Cabins are available at Elk City State Park

Great hiking trails nearby for outdoor enthusiasts

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