Lovewell State Park offers a variety of camping opportunities near Jamestown, Kansas. The park sits on a 3,000-acre reservoir with multiple campgrounds distributed around its shoreline. With an elevation of 1,582 feet, the area experiences hot summers and cold winters typical of north-central Kansas, with winds that can be strong across the open terrain.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Catch walleye, crappie, and white bass at Lovewell Lake. "Good to lake to fish and camp. Well taken care of. I enjoyed my stay," notes Laura D. about nearby Glen Elder State Park.
Kayaking exploration: Paddle through quiet coves and along the shoreline. "We take our kayaks with us and enjoy exploring the coves around the lake," shares a visitor to Cedar Point Campground.
Disc golf course: Play a round at the course located in nearby communities. "Disc golf, horseshoes, pool during season, volleyball, wonderful green space with mature trees, bushes and flowers," describes N I. about facilities at Deshler City Park Campground.
What campers like
Seasonal wildlife viewing: Different wildlife appears throughout the year. "We have camped as a family at almost every campground at Lovewell and we are always pleased. All of the primitive spots are wonderful and have a lot of space for the kids to play," explains Houston B. from Cedar Point.
Quiet off-season camping: Fewer crowds during non-summer months. "If you are looking for a quiet getaway, this is your place. We plan to return," writes Ethan E. about winter camping at Lovewell.
Multiple camping areas: Choose from several distinct campgrounds around the lake. "I recommend taking a drive around the outside for docks and fishing areas away from the main camping," suggests a regular visitor to Cedar Point.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage can be spotty or nonexistent. "We couldn't get any cell service so we had to use our imaginations and get creative, and go on lots of walks and trails (which is really why we started camping anyway)," reports Shannon G. about Lovewell State Park.
Lake level fluctuations: Water levels vary with rainfall and irrigation needs. "Lovewell is a man made lake for irrigation purposes so if there is a dry year the lake will be low. That to me is its only down fall," explains a camper.
After-hours arrival procedures: Pay stations available when arriving late. "We arrived after hours, so we had to pay by the envelope drop post. $10 for primitive camping and a $3 fee," notes a winter visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground facilities: Multiple play areas for children of different ages. "The scenery was beautiful. They also had a nice playground, plenty areas to fish and explore," mentions Janet C. about Cedar Point.
Spacious primitive sites: More room for kids to play at non-utility sites. "There seems to be more room for the kids to run around. Cottonwood is more close knit," explains a regular family camper.
Yurt camping options: For families seeking more comfort than tent camping near Jamestown, Kansas, yurt accommodations provide shelter while maintaining a camping experience. Riverside RV and Tent Paradise offers alternative lodging including structures similar to yurts for those wanting comfort without bringing their own gear.
Tips from RVers
Hookup locations: Note the spacing of utility connections. "The spacing of the water spigot" can be an issue at some sites according to recent visitors.
Concrete pad sites: Many sites feature level concrete parking. "We had a concrete pad with water and electric and lots of extra room," shares an RVer who enjoyed Cedar Point.
Budget camping options: Several affordable alternatives exist. "A city maintained park in Lincoln Kansas with 30 and 50 amp plugs, dumping station, and a nice park next door. And $20!" reports Rick about Lincoln Campground.
