Best Equestrian Camping near Lawrence, KS

Recent Equestrian Reviews in Lawrence

162 Reviews of 14 Lawrence Campgrounds

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  Roger W.

  Legend

  

  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.

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  Jeff L.

  Traveler

  

  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.

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  Teresa D.

  Traveler

  

  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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  Terry D.

  Scout

  

  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 .

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  Barbie G.

  Traveler

  

  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.

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  Renee H.

  Ranger

  

  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.

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  BLBJR

  Scout

  

  Feb. 17, 2024

  Weston Bend State Park Campground

  Absolutely beautiful

  This place is absolutely beautiful great for taking your family but if you need RV parts or repairs stay away from Camping World they will rip you off or even if you want to purchase an RV read the reviews on them.

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  Jamie V.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 4, 2023

  Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

  Nice little campground below the dam at Smithville Lake

  We tried Smith Fork and liked it. The only downside is that some of the campsites are close together/congested, but that’s not necessarily a big negative. We have Verizon and service was good. Camp hosts were great!

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  Jamie V.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 4, 2023

  Crow's Creek Campground

  Great Campground near Smithville Lake

  Very nice campground and we’ve stayed here several times without any problems. The hosts are great too. We’ve stayed at sites in Loop C improved which have water and 50amp service. We have Verizon cell service and had no issues.

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  Haley C.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 2, 2023

  Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

  Great campground!

  Campground is great! Camp hosts Janet and Chris went above and beyond making Halloween perfect for our family. Been here several times and they are more than accommodating. Always a clean, safe and organized campground. Can’t wait until next year to see all of the events!

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  wenter D.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 9, 2023

  Perry State Park Campground

  Perry state park

  Super easy to pull in and set up. Plenty of spots.Only a few signs with a map so i took a picture on my phone and used that.

  Water on each site which is a luxury.

  Stayed for 2 nights. Easy breezin

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  Suzy

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 26, 2023

  Weston Bend State Park Campground

  Peaceful

  Pros:

  - so peacefully quiet, seriously even with the kids

  - dog park with 3 separate areas- close to KC

  - a hose at the dump station that you can actually hook up to your black tank flush

  - both AT&T and Verizon worked great 

  Cons:

  - I honestly have none from here!

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  holly C.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 25, 2023

  Weston Bend State Park Campground

  Great, quite large camp sites

  Great please to camp, not to crowded. Got busier on the weekends, empty on the week. Nice showers and toilets, laundry. Campsites were large, many had a good footprint enough to set up a large tent. We have a 20’ round yurt and had plenty of room. Lots of hiking trails in this park, some paved. Nice lookout point. Dog park was nice, well gated and taken care of, had water station for thirsty dogs. We spent 25$ a night for a 30amp electric site. Campground was well maintained. Only minutes from the historic town of Westin, amazing parks, lots of pubs and little restaurants. Nice place to walk around. I would camp here again.

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  Bill M.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 2, 2023

  Saddle Ridge Campground

  Clean and quiet

  Sites are plentiful. Lots of riding trail miles and lake.

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  Rhonda D.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 30, 2023

  Camp Branch Campground

  Well maintained / lake views

  This is a very well Maintained and care for park with recreational activities, bathrooms and paved walking trails. Not rustic enough for me but very nice. We

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  Ryan L.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 21, 2022

  Cedar Park

  Easy

  Stayed here for a quick overnighter off season. Looks like this is state land with designated camp sites in season. I parked. Near the boat launch and had a quiet night. There is a pit toilet close.

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  MickandKarla W.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 31, 2022

  Weston Bend State Park Campground

  Enjoyable Stay

  Getting to the state park off I 29 and through the countryside was easy as the route had Weston Bend SP signage. We followed the SP signs to the campground(CG) where the gate was not manned so we headed to get water, but someone was sitting in the dump station waiting for another person to arrive so we went around this one-loop CG to see if there was a convenient spigot. There are spigots but with a larger rig, you will block the road, and/or you will be on a hill. We went back around and the person moved so we could get water. After that, we headed to pull through site 28 with electric(50/30/20 AMP) only. The site is long but has a 1/4 moon turn so we had to pull back around to get better positioned on the pad so we could disconnect our 39’ 5th wheel and F450 for our 3-night stay. There were tree branches overhead that we could not avoid. RVers next to us in site 30 had just arrived as well and were having trouble getting their travel trailer unhitched and leveled due to the pad’s slight incline and unlevel asphalt. They got their trailer positioned so they could get somewhat level. We got a solid two bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. Due to our proximity to Kansas City, we got a lot of OTA channels. A satellite connection would be iffy in most sites here due to the number of mature trees. The trees in a lot of sites would also scrape the top of larger rigs. There’s a variety of sites with most being good for regular trailers versus tall rigs, and tent sites. They have a nice shower house with 1 washer and 1 dryer both for$1.50. There are also vaulted toilets here and there. There’s a 1.7-acre fenced dog park that includes one large area for large dogs and two other areas with one dedicated to smaller dogs. The dog area is at the front park entrance away from the campground and it would be a long walk to get there, so we drove up. There are a lot of hiking trails here plus an old tobacco barn that’s worth a look.

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  Cari E.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 29, 2022

  Weston Bend State Park Campground

  Great little park

  I stayed at two different sites here over a few days and had a quiet, lovely time. The overlook and trails were a great way to spend my spare time outside of work (remote). My AT&T cell service was poor (perhaps the high number sites at the top of the hill had better reception?) but Verizon was strong enough for me to work. The bathroom/laundry facilities were in the cutest red building, but I didn’t use them as the water had been shut off as it dropped below freezing at night while I was there, so that’s something to keep in mind when planning your trip.

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  Cindy K.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 2, 2022

  Eisenhower State Park Campground

  Beautiful views and lots to do

  Beautiful campgrounds with so many activities available! The general store is super helpful, as they sell firewood and ice, and have kayak and canoe rentals. There are a few swim beaches, and plenty of sand to sit in and relax. Our actual campsite was great and came equipped with a firepit and picnic table, and we could walk to the lakeshore. We will be back!

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  Christopher R.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 29, 2022

  Perry State Park Campground

  Perfect pit stop

  Great place for a day or two... Stayed in lot 93,nice spot on end with extra privacy. Only complaint, cold shower in facility near marina. I would recommend a spot closer to marina if you're not In an RV. We were a rooftop tent and could heat distant trains all night.

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  Cindy K.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 17, 2022

  Camp Branch Campground

  Beautiful lake views

  Stayed on the A loop and had a beautiful view of the lake! Nice to be close to bathrooms and have a gorgeous view. Friendly staff, great price, and campsites have a fire pit with a grill, and a picnic table. We’ll be back!

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  Anna P.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 26, 2022

  Outlet(melvern)

  Melvern Camper - Outlet Park

  We had a great family trip to Melvern Lake. Fishing at the Dam release was fun but pretty difficult to reel in fish. Camp was pretty quiet, and bathrooms were pretty good (toilets, showers, and sinks with warm water). The water was pretty gross for swimming and rocky. Saw deer and turkey.

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  Ty A.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 9, 2022

  Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park

  Hillsdale lake C.O.E.

  Great campground (Sunflower) The host's are friendly and knowledgeable of the area. The trees in the sites are small saplings, give them a few more years, and they will be nice.

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  Andy

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 20, 2022

  Perry State Park Campground

  Parking Lot Camping in Eagle Loop

  Was surprised at the layout of this campground loop when we pulled in.  Thankfully it was just a pit stop on our drive out west, but it was essentially a parking lot.  Also surprised there were essentially semi-permanent campers set up.  Did not live up to what I would expect at a state park and there were zero views of the lake from any of the campsites (tree line was heavily overgrown). Would not recommend if you are staying for more than a night.

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  A M.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 20, 2022

  Weston Bend State Park Campground

  Nice camping

  Big sites, lots of shade.

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  Jordanna B.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 30, 2022

  Cedar Park

  Waterfront site - no complaints

  It’s a long gravel road to get there and you’re mostly just in farmland, but there are waterfront sites and it’s flat. There’s a ground toilet you can walk to. I wouldn’t swim in or even filter the water, but makes for a pretty view.

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  Dan & Penny F.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 3, 2022

  Russel Crites - Hillsdale State Park

  2022 Camping kickoff on April Fools Day

  Cool weekend at a great lake right before things turned green. Closed last year to redo the electric, enjoyed Site 181 at Scott Creek, west side of Hillsdale Lake.

  Still a little cool and gray, but nice 60 degree weekend.