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Best Tent Camping near Lindsborg, KS

157 Reviews

Tent campgrounds near Lindsborg, Kansas include several established options for campers seeking outdoor experiences on the plains. Ottawa SFL provides primitive tent sites in a wooded setting, while Harvey County East Park offers more developed facilities approximately 35 miles southeast of Lindsborg. Rockwall Campground at Kanopolis State Park, located about 20 miles southwest of Lindsborg, provides another option for tent campers in the region.

Ottawa SFL features primitive tent sites with no electrical hookups, drinking water, or modern facilities. Campers must pack in their own water and pack out all trash upon departure. The campground has pit toilets but lacks shower facilities. Most tent sites are unimproved, set directly on natural surfaces with minimal site preparation. Harvey County East Park offers more amenities for tent campers, including drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, and access to showers and toilets. The park allows multiple access types including walk-in tent sites for those seeking a more secluded experience away from vehicles and RVs.

Tent campers at Ottawa SFL enjoy a peaceful, natural setting with wooded sites that provide shade and wildlife viewing opportunities. The campground sits adjacent to a lake, offering fishing and water activities. Several reviewers note the quiet atmosphere, especially on weekdays. According to one visitor, "Beautiful wooded area with no traffic sounds. Just the peaceful calls from the birds and bullfrogs." Harvey County East Park features tent sites with sandy beaches, making it popular during summer months. The park can become busy on weekends and holidays, but offers clean facilities and swimming areas. Tent campers particularly appreciate the shaded sites that provide relief from summer heat and the affordable camping fees.

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Best Tent Sites Near Lindsborg, Kansas (3)

    1. Rockwall Campground — Kanopolis State Park

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    Kanopolis, KS
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (785) 546-2565

    $10 / night

    2. Harvey County East Park

    9 Reviews
    Walton, KS
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 283-5420

    "The showers/restroom facilities are a bit rough, but there if you need them. Just to note, the water hookups are shared between sites and currently have signs reading, "15 MINUTE TIME LIMIT."

    "I also like how they put boat docks behind all of the lake side sites. The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends. This campground has both 50 and 30 amp sites."

    3. Ottawa SFL

    2 Reviews
    Minneapolis, KS
    37 miles
    Website

    "Camped and fished here many times and enjoyed it every time I went, primitive camping no electric or water. Has pit toilets and you have to take your trash when you leave."

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157 Reviews of 3 Lindsborg Campgrounds

  • N
    Oct. 4, 2021

    Little Bluestem Cabin Area — Kanopolis State Park

    Beautiful Trails and Primitive Site

    Do yourself a favor and stay at Blue Stem primitive site 5. Beautiful view of the reservoir, and it’s on the end so you have a huge open area all to yourself. Buffalo Track Canyon Trail has gorgeous views with 2 small caves, and beautiful rock coloring. Before you head to your campsite make sure you stop off at Mushroom Rock for a photo op! The kids fishing pond is stocked with catfish, my kids loved catching something other than our usual blue Gill! The only reason I’m giving this 4 stars is because the concrete shelter is covered in offensive graffiti and there was trash all over our campsite. I got most of it picked up so hopefully others can enjoy it! Don’t forget your 7 principles of Leave No Trace!

  • Jewlia T.
    May. 6, 2020

    Sterling Lake Park

    Great, but busy!

    Nice little campground next to the lake. Has a park, playground, and bathroom. There is also fishing. Campsites are flat, and have sewage and trash cans as well as clean water. There’s a tree at every campsite and a picnic table. It is in the middle of a neighborhood that likes to stay up late. Bored small town teens means a lot of people out at night just having fun. There are also tics so be careful. RV and tent friendly!

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2018

    Salina Campground

    Sleepy Little Town

    This might be the metropolis of this area but when the Walmart in town closes at midnight you know it is a sleepy little town. With that said it was nice to find this site to lay my head in the sleepy town.

    The sites were level and pretty typical of a KOA. The staff was very nice and accommodating and walked me over to my tent site when I arrived. Very nice touch!

    The bathrooms here were warm on a cold night and very clean. You could tell they take care of this facility very well. I had missed the pool season but with the cool air I didn't mind missing the cold water I was just wanting to stay warm.

    For a basic site which included a fire ring and picnic table it was $24 that included access to wifi.

    The only negative to getting a primitive site was that it was pretty windy and there wasn't really any wind block, I could have sprung for an upgraded site had I have realized there was going to be so much wind but that is my fault not theirs.

  • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2020

    Hillsboro Cove

    Nice shaded campground

    Hillsboro Cove is a nice shaded campground located at Marion Reservoir. This campground has electric and water hookups. There is a covered picnic area at each site with a grill and fish cleaning area. There are also fire rings at each site. There is firewood for sale at the entrance and a guard shack with a camp host across the way. There is also a dump, wash house, bathrooms, and a group area with very large covered picnic shelter and 9 electric hook ups if needed.

  • DeAnn M.
    Oct. 14, 2022

    McPherson State Fishing Lake

    Pretty little lake with nice camp spots

    Free camping on a lake with tables, fire rings, some have shade, vaulted toilets. Quiet but close to a little town.

  • Blair
    Jun. 7, 2021

    Salina Campground

    Good kid amenities

    Convenient location along I-70 meant lots of highway noise. My kids loved the ping pong, basketball, inflatable jump pad, old metal playground and outdoor pool. Mosquitos were bad at dusk and dawn. Sites were tight and the standard site we had didn't include a fire ring. Restrooms were clean but not private. Pool needed to be cleaned from all the cottonwood. Had a pizza delivered to the site, which was fun.

  • Myron C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 1, 2021

    Salina Campground

    Campground with Lots of Camping Opportunities

    After having camped every night for the past several nights in cold weather, we decided to stay in a KOA Kamping Kabin this time. While we were in Colorado, it had gotten below freezing and it had snowed. It was time for a break. This campground should be rated on a scale of 1-10. I would give it a 9, but I gave it 4 stars because of two things. The road noise was constant since we were next to an Interstate highway. Also, if we had been tent camping, there would have been too much gravel. The playground was mostly dirt. For some people that would be a bad thing--for others, not so much. I only state readers would get as many details as possible. The tent sites are a little close together, as well as the RV sites, but that is to be expected. Other than the things I previously stated, this campground is large and has lots of activities. There are several things for children and young adults to do—gem mining, basketball, table tennis, fishing, volleyball, a jump pad, horseshoes, etc. The cabin we stayed in had plenty of space for outdoor relaxing. Although our cabin had a bath room, I was able to check out the bath house. It was modern, up to date, and well decorated(as you can see in the photos). This campground probably gets more visitors passing through than people looking to come here as a destination, but Salina does have its share of things to do. By the way, if you’re looking for good Chinese food, you need to check out Great Wall in Salina. It is takeout only, but it is well worth taking it back to the campground. If you don’t like Chinese, there are plenty of other options. Overall, I think this is a great campground and I do recommend it(except for the road noise).

  • Lady Phyre ☆.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2025

    Marion Cove

    Lakeshore Primitive Camping

    There are a couple sites that you can park right next to with covered picnic tables and lots of tent only sites that are an easy walk. The reservoir is huge and accommodates boating, fishing, and swimming. It's reasonable priced at $10 per night. Reservations can be made up to 4 days in advance. #5 & #6 are right next to each other and would make a great area for larger groups. Check out Marion Cove on Recreation.gov for reservation details. Happy camping!

  • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2020

    Cottonwood Point

    Shady,Spacious,and quiet

    Cottonwood point is one of the Rv campgrounds at Marion reservoir near Marion Kansas. There is a guard shack at the entrance along with a camp host. The sites are shady,spacious, and quiet. The outer sides are overlooking the water. Each site is electric 30/20, and has a covered picnic table, a grill,a cleaning station, and fire ring. There are water spigots scattered around. We were at site 76 and there was one next to us. There are huge group areas with large covered picnic shelter and 9 electric hookups if needed. There is a nice swimming area that has life jackets hanging in case you forgot yours, showers,a playground, boat docks, day use areas, and basketball courts. Also great fishing,kayaking, and hiking. There is a store with bait,wood,and things that you may need.

Guide to Lindsborg

Camping areas near Lindsborg, Kansas offer a mix of prairie landscapes and lake environments in the central plains region. The area's climate features hot summers with temperatures regularly reaching 90-100°F and cold winters, making spring and fall popular camping seasons. Several state fishing lakes and county parks within a 40-mile radius provide both primitive and improved camping options for visitors seeking outdoor recreation opportunities.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Ottawa SFL, campers can enjoy fishing in a peaceful setting away from traffic noise. As Ted notes, "Camped and fished here many times and enjoyed it every time I went, primitive camping no electric or water. Has pit toilets and you have to take your trash when you leave."

Swimming at sandy beaches: Harvey County East Park offers swimming areas with natural sand beaches. According to Jesse H., "This is a Great place for families to enjoy spending time with one another! Love the cleanliness of bathrooms and outdoors! Lots of fish!"

Boating access: Many campgrounds feature boat docks and lake access. Stanleigh S. mentions that at Harvey County East Park, "I also like how they put boat docks behind all of the lake side sites. The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends."

What campers like

Quiet atmosphere: Campers frequently mention the peaceful environment, especially on weekdays. David S. reports from Ottawa SFL, "A 2 night stay on the Willow Loop. I was the only camper on the loop as the fishing folks came and went. Beautiful wooded area with no traffic sounds. Just the peaceful calls from the birds and bullfrogs."

Affordable rates: The camping options near Lindsborg tend to be budget-friendly. Anika L. comments on Harvey County East Park: "Sandy beaches at most of the tent campsites are our favorite things about this lake! Also, super affordable camping."

Shady sites: Rockwall Campground and other area campgrounds offer tree cover that provides relief during hot Kansas summers. At Harvey County East Park, Stanleigh S. appreciates "the large and shady sites," which are particularly valuable during peak summer heat.

What you should know

Shared water hookups: Some campgrounds have limitations on water access. At Harvey County East Park, Meghan B. points out, "Just to note, the water hookups are shared between sites and currently have signs reading, '15 MINUTE TIME LIMIT. Do Not Leave Water Hose Connected, Even If You Have A Splitter.'"

Facility conditions: While functional, some campground facilities show their age. According to Bj T., at Harvey County East Park, "Facilities are dated but, for the most part, clean. Fairly quiet but can get rowdy during holidays."

Pack-in, pack-out requirements: The best tent camping near Lindsborg, Kansas often requires campers to be self-sufficient. Ted notes about Ottawa SFL, "Has pit toilets and you have to take your trash when you leave."

Tips for camping with families

Choose holiday weekends carefully: Popular camping areas can become busy and noisy during holidays. Bj T. advises about Harvey County East Park, "Fairly quiet but can get rowdy during holidays."

Consider Catfish Point: For family camping at Harvey County East Park, Terry M. recommends a specific area: "Been camping here since I was a kid, always try to camp at catfish point. Nice and quiet and a great peaceful place to relax."

Weekend planning: Plan ahead for weekend visits when swimming areas become crowded. Stanleigh S. observes, "The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends."

Tips from RVers

Site selection based on hookup needs: At Harvey County East Park, RVers should choose sites based on their electrical requirements. Stanleigh S. explains, "This campground has both 50 and 30 amp sites. All of the 50 amp sites are on the inner loop and all of the lake side sites are 30 amp."

Fall camping advantages: Late-season camping offers quieter conditions and natural beauty. Leann V. shares her experience at Harvey County East Park: "We are traveling from AZ to SC in our 33 foot bumper pull. This park was just what we needed after 6 days of traveling and only stopping at casinos that had overnight RV parking. The lake was beautiful, the trees were still pretty full with fall foliage, and it was very quiet."

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