Pomona State Park and Eisenhower State Park sit in the Flint Hills region near Lyndon, Kansas, where the terrain features rolling grasslands punctuated by wooded creek valleys. The area receives approximately 38 inches of annual rainfall, creating ideal conditions for tent, RV, and yurt camping across multiple campgrounds. Winter camping temperatures can drop below freezing, with summer highs regularly exceeding 90°F.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: 7,000-acre lake access at Eisenhower State Park Campground provides extensive fishing. "The lake is almost 7,000 acres so our kayak exploring only covered a small portion," notes John G., who visited in August. The park maintains several boat ramps with nearby camping spots.
Winter primitive camping: Pomona State Park Campground offers unique off-season experiences with fewer visitors. "We stayed in one of the campgrounds with undesignated primitive spots. Found a nice place to park right on the lake. It was super quiet, being winter," shares Courtney S., highlighting the peaceful atmosphere during colder months.
Swimming beaches: Perry State Park Campground maintains designated swimming areas with sandy shorelines. "We had a wonderful stay! Wonderful pull through spots, great views, and closer to the boat ramp!" reports Caitlin R., who appreciated the lake access combined with practical campsite features.
What campers like
Spacious, shaded sites: Pomona State Park receives praise for its generous, tree-covered campsites. "The campground here is covered in trees, Awesome. We're in a Montana high country 384br, 41' fifth wheel. Its a beautiful park, right on Pomona lake," writes Ty A., indicating the park can accommodate larger rigs while maintaining natural features.
Yurt camping near Lyndon: Hillsdale State Park offers yurt accommodations about 45 minutes from Lyndon, providing a comfortable alternative to tent camping. "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," says Jason W., describing the park's appeal for overnight stays.
Pet-friendly policies: Pomona State Park welcomes dogs with flexible leash rules. "We camp with our 3 dogs each time and never put them on a leash. Rangers informed us as long as they stay in your site, they're not strict about it," explains Joshua M., demonstrating the park's accommodating approach to pets.
What you should know
Train noise considerations: When planning yurt camping trips around Lyndon, Kansas, note that some nearby campgrounds experience regular train disturbances. At Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA, LauraJane B. reports: "This is a lovely campsite but we'll sadly never stay here again - because trains passed by really loudly all night long - it finally stopped at about 5am."
Site selection strategy: Choose interior spots at Pomona State Park to avoid vehicle traffic. "I recommend staying at a loop as far from the marina as possible, and get an interior spot. Vehicles were driving by all night!" advises Derek S., pointing out how location within the campground affects the camping experience.
Variable amenities: Campground facilities range from basic to well-equipped. "Spent the weekend here and glad we had reservations prior as it was full even though it was the end of October and the weather wasn't the best. Excellent clean restrooms and showers," Michelle H. notes about Eisenhower State Park, highlighting its popularity even in shoulder season.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Carbolyn Park offers family-centered amenities. "29 sites total, 26 electric ($16), 3 primitive ($12), boat ramp, dump station, shower-houses, playground," lists JC C., detailing the facilities available for families with children.
Small lake appeal: Lone Star Lake Park provides a manageable setting for family outings. "Great little lake. Good fishing, great locations for kayaking and paddle boarding. the camp can get crowded quick and it's a toss up who will be around and how well behaved. there is a park for this kids and a great swim beach in the summer," explains Adam M.
Offseason scheduling: Consider visiting during shoulder seasons for a quieter experience. "Enjoyed a nice cool weekend of fall camping. Site a little off level, nothing a few blocks or boards couldn't solve," shares Dan & Penny F. about their Pomona State Park experience, noting how seasonal timing affects camping conditions.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling preparation: Bring leveling blocks when yurt camping near Lyndon, Kansas or staying in an RV. "30 amps of clean 122 vac, water tucked in between two pine trees that blocked the view of the sites to the left snd right of us," notes Dan & Penny F. at Pomona State Park, mentioning both the electrical service quality and site positioning.
Big rig accessibility: Eisenhower State Park accommodates larger vehicles with spacious sites. "This was our first visit and we chose a campsite on-line. The COE has done an admirable job developing this lakeside area for plentiful campsites and decent shade," John G. explains, indicating the thoughtful design for various RV sizes.
Seasonal crowds: Plan for busier conditions during peak periods. "We were in the Heart Stays loop. It was level and beautifully shaded. Thursday night we were the only ones in the loop, however it was near the boat ramps and there was a lot of vehicle traffic all the time. Friday night the campground filled up," shares Janice O. about her Pomona State Park experience.
