Camping facilities within 30 miles of Mission, Kansas cater primarily to RV travelers, with limited tent camping options at select locations. The area offers a mix of campgrounds from urban sites with full hookups to more natural settings with lake access. Most campgrounds operate year-round with varying amenities, though winter camping brings reduced services. Visitors can expect established sites rather than dispersed camping options.
What to do
Hiking and biking trails: Blue Springs Lake Campground features paved trails excellent for bikes and scooters. "The roads and trails are nice for scooters and bikes. Fairly close to the water and playground; within walking distance," notes camper Brittnie T. about nearby Crow's Creek Campground.
Water activities: Several campgrounds offer lake access for fishing, kayaking, and boating. "We stayed for 1 night on a nice gravel site. Had full hook up and nice shade. The campground offered some hiking and walking routes. Kids had a great time at the playground," reports Mike H. about his stay at Blue Springs Lake.
Historic sites: Watkins Mill State Park Campground provides both recreation and history. "Great place to make memories," says Jolie C., while Josh P. adds, "If you like history, take a tour of the woolen mill part. Very cool."
What campers like
Cleanliness of facilities: Campers frequently mention the well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities. "The whole experience was awesome. The entire place was spotless, the sites were far apart enough that you didn't feel like your neighbors were on top of you. Bathrooms were incredibly clean," writes NomadBrad D. about his stay at Blue Springs Lake Campground.
Security features: Several campgrounds offer gated access. "We felt very safe here since they require an access code to get into the gate," mentions Jessica C. about Blue Springs. At Weston Bend State Park Campground, Roger W. notes the "Gate w code for night time entry."
Proximity to attractions: Many campers appreciate the convenient location for accessing Kansas City. "Stopped here on our way south for spring break. The amusement park was not open yet, so the campground area was relatively quiet and the price for full hookups was not bad," shares Deb M. about Worlds of Fun Village.
What you should know
Site spacing varies: At many campgrounds, site spacing can be inconsistent. "Space between sites varies within the CG. Our site was very close to site 30 but we were on the end with a nice yard," explains MickandKarla W. about their experience at Blue Springs.
Unlevel sites: Some campsites require leveling equipment. "Many sites here are sloped. The premium cement pads seemed to be more level than gravel sites," notes MickandKarla W., while at Campus RV Park, campers mentioned concrete pads.
Noise factors: Urban campgrounds may have noise issues. Kevin H. mentions at Campus RV Park: "Nice and quiet (on big church campus) - occasional train but not often enough to be a nuisance."
Tips for camping with families
Choose strategic sites: Look for sites near playgrounds when traveling with children. "The sites were well kept up, with many prime locations near the playground for our kids," shares Chris W. about Blue Springs Lake Campground.
Consider pool access: Worlds of Fun Village offers a swimming pool for non-park days. "The camp ground pool is huge and fun for the kids on non park days. The campground is all paved and perfect for scooters and bikes for the kids," reports Jennifer H.
Weekend crowds: During peak season, family-friendly campgrounds get busy. Robin R. advises about Crow's Creek: "We love it when it is still kind of off season like Easter weekend and after labor day. We have small children and it can get pretty rowdy during the summer."
Tips from RVers
Premium sites worth the cost: For more space, opt for premium sites when available. "We did pay for the premium pull through site, so we had more room. Everything worked great," suggests Mary about Walnut Grove RV Park.
Concrete pads: Several campgrounds offer concrete pads, which improve leveling. "Nice RV Park with concrete pads," notes Charley K. about Worlds of Fun Village. Similarly, Phil M. describes Blue Springs Lake Campground as "Very nice. Concrete pads. Full hookups."
Internet connectivity: Working remotely is possible at some campgrounds. "I would recommend this location if you want to be close to downtown. The Wi-Fi is working well as I am working online from this location," shares Bob M. about Walnut Grove RV Park.
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