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Places to Camp near Wamego, KS

248 Reviews

Wamego, KS is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Find the best campgrounds near Wamego, KS. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Wamego, KS (81)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Tuttle Creek State Park Campground

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    Tuttle Creek State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    37 Photos
    59 Saves
    Manhattan, Kansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 / night

  2. Camper-submitted photo from Pottawatomie County State Lake #2

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    Pottawatomie County State Lake #2

    13 Reviews
    21 Photos
    151 Saves
    Manhattan, Kansas

    Primitive camping is allowed in the designated areas.

    The 179 acres surrounding the lake is a wildlife refuge, predominately riparian timber with some native grass on the upland area. Primitive camping is allowed on the west side of the lake. Boating is restricted to fishing only. The lake population includes Channel Catfish (which are stocked during the summer months thanks to funding from the Urban Fishing Program), Black bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Flat-head catfish, and Walleye.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
  3. Camper-submitted photo from Mill creek campground

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    Mill creek campground

    9 Reviews
    33 Photos
    64 Saves
    Wamego, Kansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $35 / night

  4. Camper-submitted photo from Lake Shawnee County Campground

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    Lake Shawnee County Campground

    20 Reviews
    43 Photos
    73 Saves
    Topeka, Kansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 / night

  5. Camper-submitted photo from Tuttle Creek Cove

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    Tuttle Creek Cove

    3 Reviews
    3 Photos
    24 Saves
    Manhattan, Kansas

    Overview

    Tuttle Creek Cove Campground is a large, quiet oasis located on the shores of Tuttle Creek Lake in the wide open expanse of northeast Kansas.

    Recreation

    Tuttle Creek Lake's 11 parks, marina, 10,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Boating, fishing and hiking top the list.Power boaters on Tuttle Creek Lake will enjoy the lake's large main body of water on calm days for water skiing and pleasure boating. Canoeists and kayakers will find River Pond below the dam a perfect place for paddling. The state park offers canoe, kayak, and paddleboat rentals. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkeys, crappie, walleye, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found at Tuttle Creek Lake. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, anglers and hunters ample opportunities for their sports.The lake also boasts miles of hiking, biking, off-road vehicle and equestrian trails. The Blue River Trail, a one mile long loop in Outlet Park, provides excellent views of wildlife in all seasons. Click here to learn about additional trails around the lake.

    Facilities

    Tuttle Creek Cove Campground offers 39 compact campsites on a scenic lakeshore setting. Showers, flush toilets and other modern amenities are provided.Playgrounds and boat ramp are also available, making the area ideal for family trips or parties.39 sites offer water and 50 amp electric hookups.

    Natural Features

    Tuttle Creek Lake is situated in the northern portion of the Flint Hills, which are characterized by flat-topped hills with long, steep slopes, limestone rock outcrops and well-defined stream channels. The climate is typified by warm summers and moderately cold winters. More than 2 million guests visit Tuttle Creek Lake each year to enjoy the endless recreational opportunities provided by the vast lake and surrounding landscape.

    Nearby Attractions

    Konza Prairie, Kansas State University, Fort Riley and the Prairie Parkway are all located a short drive from the campground.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $24 / night

  6. Camper-submitted photo from West Rolling Hills

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    West Rolling Hills

    10 Reviews
    12 Photos
    36 Saves
    Junction City, Kansas

    Overview

    West Rolling Hills is a comfortable campground with a site layout that maximizes views of the sparkling Milford Lake. An expanse of 33,000 acres surrounding the lake is public, protected land that's home to an array of wildlife. It's also an ideal setting for outdoor recreation like hiking, swimming, hunting and driving off-road vehicles. Click here for the Milford Lake Virtual Tour.

    Recreation

    Activities include boating, swimming, fishing, hunting, hiking, wildlife viewing and biking. Nearly 70% of the land resources are available for public hunting and the park has a fish cleaning station for anglers returning from a successful trip.

    Facilities

    The loop A campground has modern conveniences like showers and flush toilets. Most of these sites have electric and water hookups, as well. The Thunderbird Marina is an easy starting point for a day on the lake, while an on-site playground provides fun for families.Free camping opportunities are available for visitors looking for basic camping with vault toilets.

    Natural Features

    Milford Lake is fed by the Republican River and stands as the largest man-made lake in Kansas, with a surface area of 15,700 acres and 163 miles of shoreline.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Milford Nature Center and Fish Hatchery is nearby, below the dam and a golf course is adjacent to the nature center.

    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $24 / night

  7. Camper-submitted photo from Topeka / Capital City KOA

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    Topeka / Capital City KOA

    11 Reviews
    44 Photos
    19 Saves
    Topeka, Kansas

    If you're looking for a family friendly camping experience, come join us at the Capital City/ Topeka KOA! We believe camping builds strong families. Thats why all our camping rates include 2 adults and 2 childern

    The Capital City KOA is the largest and top rated campground in the Topeka area. All RV sites are full service with Free Cable TV and Wi-Fi internet access. We have just added a new Salt Water Pool, and completed our first few Deluxe Patio Sites. We also have redone many of our Tent sites, which now have electricity and a site light.

    Our main building is a turn of the century Barn, which house's our General Store, Rec-room, Exercise room, and Group Facilities.

    Other amenities include: 3 fishing ponds, playground, hiking trail, horse shoes, exercise room, Kamp K9 for the family dog, and lots of wide open space.

    No RV? No problem! We have large open tent sites, and three types of rental units. Our Cabin sleeps 4 and our bunkhouse sleeps 6. Both units have a refrigerator, outside cooking area, picnic table, and cable TV. Our Deluxe Cabin sleeps 4, has all the amenities of our other cabins plus a full bath, mini kitchen, outside grill and campfire ring (an excellent choice for the non-roughing it types).

    Our KOA is located near all the area attractions: State Capitol, Museums, Race Tracks, Shopping, Nightlife, Art Galleries, University of Kansas, Washburn University, and many more.

    So if you're looking for a family friendly camping experience, come stay with us at Capital City KOA!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  8. Camper-submitted photo from St Marys Riverside Park

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    St Marys Riverside Park

    2 Reviews
    3 Photos
    4 Saves
    Wamego, Kansas

    RV/Campsite @ Riverside Park. A daily fee, as established by the Resolution of the governing body, shall be assessed for the rental of camper pads in Riverside Park not to exceed a total of five (5) consecutive days without prior approval of the city manager. The fee is all inclusive of electricity, water, and the disposal of sewage at the wastewater treatment plant. Please note that the wastewater treatment plant is only open Monday - Friday, from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $10 / night

  9. Camper-submitted photo from Woodland Hills — Milford State Park

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    Woodland Hills — Milford State Park

    6 Reviews
    36 Photos
    7 Saves
    Milford Lake, Kansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  10. Camper-submitted photo from Banner Creek

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    Banner Creek

    6 Reviews
    10 Photos
    20 Saves
    Holton, Kansas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

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