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Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground provides open camping spaces with shade trees along the perimeter, offering designated areas for horses with multiple tie-off points. The campground features two dedicated manure piles, a playground, picnic shelter, and direct access to horse-friendly trails. Located near Lawrence, Kansas, approximately 30 miles from Louisburg, this equestrian-focused site accommodates both tent and RV camping with electric hookups and thirty-amp service. Sites remain shaded by trees that provide relief from summer heat while offering ample space for horse trailers and equipment.
The horse trails at Rockhaven connect directly to the campground, allowing riders immediate access without trailering to separate locations. Trails accommodate both horses and dogs, making it suitable for families with multiple pets. Water is available for horses, and the campground layout provides a central open area surrounded by individual sites. The campground's design allows campers to monitor their horses from their sites while enjoying the natural setting. Bathroom facilities include toilets and trash disposal, though shower facilities are not available. Reservations are recommended as the campground's proximity to Lawrence and Kansas City makes it popular with weekend riders seeking convenient horse camping options without traveling far from urban areas.
"This campground is close to home for us, but we love it as a quick get away. It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. "
"We often find ourselves in a field with port-a-potties instead of lakeside with views. Not bad for what it is, I do wish they had more options."
from $10 / night
Check Availability"Located in east central Kansas on 2600 acre Lake LaCygne (cooling reservoir for KCPL coal-fired power plant). No swimming or skiing allowed, only fishing boats."
"Tucked in campsites with full hook ups. Great spot for kids to play but also great for couple wanting a spot. Bathhouse is really clean with hot water"
"Lots of riding trail miles and lake."
from $12 - $23 / night
Check Availability"Nice little campground tucked away just outside Kansas City. Close to everything but far enough that it’s still really camping. Cell service on AT&T and Verizon are great."
"Just a walk away from a beautiful lake and your stay here is a perfect get away from the city lights!"
"In the country but a short trip to a small town or an hour to Kansas City."
"this little off the beaten path camp ground his paved roads, boat access for 2 areas 1 near the damn which closes a gate after 10pm, we use the other area near the conservation station(although ive never"
"Was a nice little off the way spot with a couple camping spots on the lake. The grass/clover was super soft to walk in bare foot no stickers. Great spot for families."
"This campground has a nice and open space in the center, with campsites all along the edge."
"Now I have yet to camp out here mainly because most of the official campsites are non-primitive, but also we haven't taken the time to clear out our own space off the trail."
from $14 - $20 / night
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RangerThis campground has a nice and open space in the center, with campsites all along the edge. There are trees that offer shade at nearly every site, and there are plenty of areas to tie off and/or enclose horses. There is a playground, picnic shelter, two designated manure piles, and access to horse-friendly and dog-friendly trails right in the campground!
ScoutNice little campground tucked away just outside Kansas City. Close to everything but far enough that it’s still really camping. Cell service on AT&T and Verizon are great. Only negative is that some sites are right on the road, so kids can dart out at any time...just be careful!
LegendLocated in east central Kansas on 2600 acre Lake LaCygne (cooling reservoir for KCPL coal-fired power plant). No swimming or skiing allowed, only fishing boats. We stayed on site 112 in View Point Loop next to some permanent residents. There’s no stay limit here so some sites are very messy. Paved roads with gravel sites having W/E, mostly 30A but a few 50A like ours. Check in at the Marina to see which ones are available at this all first come first serve cg. They even have a few FHU sites but I imagine they are all taken by the residents. Nice dump station located in the back of the park along with a few rustic cabins. We enjoyed a waterfront site but there were many 30A sites available in a more wooded setting in several different loops. There are about 113 sites here.
TravelerPne of the closest to the Kansas city metro lots of glamping
ScoutOwner is great. Open year round. In the country but a short trip to a small town or an hour to Kansas City.
GuideThe staff of this park were just as fun as our stay! Just a walk away from a beautiful lake and your stay here is a perfect get away from the city lights!
GuideThis campground is close to home for us, but we love it as a quick get away. It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. The sites and facilities are well kept and clean. Full-hookup sites don't have any tree coverage, but the electric/water sites near the lake are very cozy.
It is a great place to bike and fish. It also has excellent public hunting areas. It also has a great bow range for siting in and practicing with your bow. You can even climb towers to practice shooting from "tree-stand" elevations.
Travelerthis little off the beaten path camp ground his paved roads, boat access for 2 areas 1 near the damn which closes a gate after 10pm, we use the other area near the conservation station(although ive never seen anyone there) park rangers are mostly non existent , they do drive through, they are quite nice an most the time never stop just smile an wave, there some fire spots but be kind an put up rocks that you can find along the shore, there is bathroom facilities and a dumpster behind the conservation building.
the area is surrounded by trees but the area is clean, nice soft grass, there are pecan an walnut trees so watch out for your heads when its fall lol . you can fish, boat and swim but i recommend water shoes. the water is very shallow most the time its only chest deep out in the middle. there is loads of wildlife to see an arent much scared of humans, racoons,beavers, crane, squirrels,dear,owls an much more. theres also blackberries in the fall.
all in all a very nice quiet little free camp area. we go all the time.
ScoutWe are camping here while doing the Cotopaxi Questival Adventure Race. It's a very nice setting in a Grove of trees atop a hill. Both electric and primitive sites are available. The bathrooms are the nicest campground bathrooms I've ever used - large, clean, and not communal, so you get a sink, toilet, and shower all to yourself. This campground is in close proximity to the lake, trails, and many other outdoorsy diversions!
Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground sits approximately 30 miles from Louisburg, Kansas, in a region characterized by rolling hills and wooded terrain. The area maintains relatively mild temperatures in spring and fall with summer highs reaching into the 90s. Equestrian camping near Louisburg offers direct access to the Clinton Lake trail system with several water crossings and varied terrain suitable for riders of different experience levels.
Trail riding with dogs: Hillsdale State Park offers connected trail systems suitable for both equestrians and dogs. "Campgrounds are clean and aren't too overly cramped. Trails for hiking and riding bikes and they offer canoe/kayak renting," notes Maria M. about Hillsdale State Park.
Fishing from shore: Multiple lakes within 30 miles of Louisburg provide bank fishing opportunities. "Water is a little muddy but good for fishing. I would recommend for a family getaway or a fishing trip," says Susan S. about the lake conditions at Hillsdale State Park.
Practice archery: Some parks in the region maintain archery facilities for visitors. Jason W. explains, "It has a great bow range for siting in and practicing with your bow. You can even climb towers to practice shooting from 'tree-stand' elevations" at Hillsdale State Park.
Shade coverage: Rockhaven Park and similar equestrian facilities feature strategically placed trees. At Linn County Park, Ryan R. reports, "Lots of trees lots of wildlife. Had deer walk right through the campground when we were there."
Wildlife viewing: The conservation areas around Louisburg attract diverse animals. "There is loads of wildlife to see and aren't much scared of humans, raccoons, beavers, crane, squirrels, deer, owls and much more," Sarah mentions about Montrose Missouri Conservation Area.
Lake access: Several campgrounds provide direct water access. Jason W. appreciates that Hillsdale State Park "has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. The sites and facilities are well kept and clean."
Seasonal restrictions: Some conservation areas limit camping during hunting seasons. Leni K. warns about Montrose: "There is no camping allowed after October 15 due to hunting season. This was not on the website and was not seeable in dust when arriving late on a small sign in the bushes."
Bathroom facilities: Toilet conditions vary greatly between parks. At Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park, Fawn W. reports, "The bathrooms are the nicest campground bathrooms I've ever used - large, clean, and not communal, so you get a sink, toilet, and shower all to yourself."
Cell service limitations: Coverage can be spotty throughout the region. Ryan R. notes at Linn County Park: "Also if you have kids that go camping with you chances are your cell phones will not work so the kids probably will be very bored."
Playground access: Several equestrian campgrounds include play areas for children. Juliana H. mentions that Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground "has a playground, picnic shelter, two designated manure piles, and access to horse-friendly and dog-friendly trails right in the campground!"
Water activities: Lakes near Louisburg offer various water recreation options. Jamie S. shares that Hillsdale State Park has "kayaks and canoes to rent, there is a great marina, fishing, and tons of water access opportunities for private kayaks."
Road safety: Be aware of campsite locations relative to access roads. Steve C. cautions about Lake Jacomo: "Only negative is that some sites are right on the road, so kids can dart out at any time...just be careful!"
Electric hookups: Equestrian camping options near Louisburg typically offer 30-amp service. At Pony Express RV Park, Steve W. notes, "Has full hookups with pull thru sites. Older shower house, but was nice and clean, friendly staff."
Site spacing: Equestrian campgrounds often provide more space than standard RV parks. Juliana H. describes Rockhaven Park as having "a nice and open space in the center, with campsites all along the edge."
Seasonal water considerations: RVers should note when water might be unavailable. Multiple reviewers mention that water systems at some parks shut down during winter months, requiring campers to bring their own water supplies.
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