6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Mill House RV Park, located directly in Osawatomie, Kansas, provides big-rig friendly sites with 50-amp electrical service and operates year-round. Within a 30-mile radius, RV campers can access several additional options including Rutlader Outpost RV Park in Louisburg, which features pull-through sites measuring 30 feet wide by 60 feet long on level gravel pads. This highly-rated RV campground offers full hookups with both 30 and 50-amp service, a dump station, and complete water and sewer connections. Shady Acres RV Park, another nearby option, maintains a perfect 5-star rating and provides full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. "We enjoyed our stay, staff was very friendly and the park was clean and easy to get in and out of," noted one RV traveler about Rutlader Outpost.
Cell service quality varies throughout the region's RV parks, with most locations reporting adequate coverage for streaming and remote work needs. Propane refill service is available at select locations, including Peculiar Park Place just south of Kansas City. Most RV campgrounds in the area welcome pets and provide designated pet areas, though specific restrictions may apply. Dump stations are generally accessible at the full-service parks, with Walnut Grove RV Park in Merriam offering on-site dumping facilities. Seasonal considerations include walnut trees at some parks that drop nuts in fall, potentially staining RV exteriors. Advance reservations are recommended during summer months and NASCAR race weekends when many parks reach capacity. For RV campers requiring storm shelters, both Rutlader Outpost and Shady Acres provide tornado shelters on their properties.
"Has full hookups with pull thur sites. Older shower house, but was nice and clean, friendly staff."
"A little rustic but beautiful. Pull-Through and Back-In sites. MOST shave Electric, Water and Sewer. Tent Sites are available. Terri Karper is a wonderful Hostess."
Available this weekend
"Full hook-ups and a bath/shower house (which doubles as a storm shelter). 2 ponds on the property and a community picnic shelter. 15 RV spots that are graveled with a fire ring and picnic table at each"
from $23 - $33 / night
"Great place for a somewhat long stay. Staff are very nice and sweet, there’s free WiFi, lots of pull through spots, has a dump station and allows pets. Overall very family friendly."
"My husbands job took us to Merriam Kansas and we needed a place to stay, we made reservations at Walnut Grove. We were surprised to find it in the middle of a neighborhood."
from $62 - $131 / night
"It was close to the interstate like we needed it to be. Gravel was nice and level and hookups were very convenient and easy!"
"They have a laundry mat, pay for showers, they have a small pond where you can fish and a small playground. They also have a small fenced in area for dogs."
from $30 / night
"Many back in sites with 4 pull through sites. We stayed in pull through site #3. Community fire ring! Lots to view! Only issue was trains blowing their horns during the night."
"Just 30 minutes to downtown Kansas City and maybe 15 minutes to arrowhead stadium, this campground is ideal for being close to everything that Kansas City offers."
from $35 - $55 / night
"You’re also very close to Hillsdale State Park, but this location has a tornado shelter 🤣 The park: great store, laid out well, gravel sites. Some are back in but most are pull through."
"Great place, near Kansas City."
"The Jayhawker has well laid out spots and is off season friendly. Hosts are good honest people and will work with you around your schedule. Great place for a stopover or extended stay for work."
from $25 / night
"I didn’t love the fire ring because the wall was pretty high and the grill part didn’t have adjustable height so that limited the height of the fire we could build when we wanted to cook over it."
"Plenty of space for tents and other activities and very close to water"
from $10 - $21 / night
TravelerThe price is good. We paid just under 13usd for a basic primitive site. The bathrooms are limited and pretty rough as one might expect. Otherwise, we found it quiet, peaceful and pretty. Good location to Laurence and get a good coffee and donut.
GuideLots of big sites in Cornflower loop some shaded. Bathroom needs an update; I wouldn’t use the shower as too disgusting so can’t rate the water temperature.
ScoutHost was very nice, just outside city so access to what you need if you go north, access to hiking and country if you go south. I got concrete slab and full hookups. Showers and restrooms clean.
ScoutWe set up our little camper trailer in one of the primitive loops, backed into the trees. Access to the white and blue trail loops from the campground either via some rickety stairs or from a trail next to the cabins. Relatively close to the bathroom and shower house for water. Campsite was great, but the campground in general could use a little bit of trash pickup and general spiffing up
ScoutI have stayed 2 times. The first was by the river. The site was beautiful, on the river, and had electricity. The second time I stayed near the front of the park, which offered electricity and water. The dump station is accessible, and the price is only $10 a night for any spot. You cannot book ahead. It is first come, first served.
RangerPretty developed, easy to find and right on the lake. Restrooms were nearby so that was a plus. There was plenty of space between sites but no real coverage for privacy. I don’t fish so I really just needed a free place to stay in nature and this was perfect for that. Bugs were… present. I called it a night quickly after the sun went down and could hear the bugs and other creatures from the inside of the car. Not my thing. The lake was super pretty and it was not difficult to drive to.
GuideClean place in the middle of town. Bathrooms, laundry and Wi-Fi are available. Nice and easy check in. Does have a train near by and city noise.
RangerSites were nicely spaced and generally close to level. Paved roads. Our site 168 was surfaced with reclaimed asphalt. Lots of shade and clean. Many sites are electric only with 30 amps with water available in several locations in park. Good Starlink at my site.
GuideI stayed at Doud Campground inside the state park. It was a peaceful site facing the lake, with a few hay bales and a well maintained trail.
September was a good month to stay because it was cooler outside. I recommend using the bathhouse facilities at BlackJack campground right next to Doud as they are more updated.
The Osawatomie area sits at approximately 860 feet above sea level in eastern Kansas, with four distinct seasons including humid summers and moderately cold winters. RV camping options near Osawatomie typically experience temperature ranges from 20°F in winter to 90°F in summer, with spring and fall offering milder camping conditions between 50-75°F. Most campgrounds in the area are accessible year-round, though some seasonal flooding can affect low-lying sites during spring.
Fishing opportunities: Pony Express RV Park features two stocked ponds on its property where campers can enjoy fishing. "Campground is off the road with 2 ponds. They also have some llamas as a small zoo," notes Michele W. about the Pony Express RV Park.
Explore historic sites: Independence, Missouri is just 40 minutes from many rv sites near Osawatomie, Kansas and offers significant historical attractions. "We had some time to kill and made the rounds to various places. The Truman Library, the Community of Christ Church, the downtown theater and court house are all interesting and worth a look," shares Shari G. about staying at Campus RV Park while exploring the area.
Sporting events: Many RV campers use local parks as bases for attending Kansas City sports games. "Great spot especially to attend Chiefs Game," explains Kelly D. who stayed at Campus RV Park. The proximity to Arrowhead Stadium makes it convenient for sports fans.
Lake recreation: Rutlader Outpost RV Park provides easy access to Hillsdale State Park and lake. "You're also very close to Hillsdale State Park," mentions Laura H., noting the park's additional advantage of having "a tornado shelter" unlike the state park.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of shower and bathroom facilities. "The bathrooms were clean, the showers very hot, and the laundry room was tidy!" reports Shari G. about her stay at Walnut Grove RV Park.
Friendly staff: Staff helpfulness ranks high in camper satisfaction at rv campgrounds near Osawatomie. "Great friendly staff. Level concrete sites. We're in #22 - with wifi access point right here. 66m down, 24m up," shares Kevin H. about Campus RV Park, appreciating both the service and technical amenities.
Pull-through sites: The convenience of pull-through sites is frequently mentioned in reviews. "The gentleman at the desk was exceptionally pleasant... I made it known that this was our first time and he put us in a pull-thru spot, which was a huge relief," explains Justin G. about his first-time camping experience at Walnut Grove RV Park.
Storm shelter access: Several campgrounds provide storm shelters, a valued safety feature in this tornado-prone region. "Full hook-ups and a bath/shower house (which doubles as a storm shelter)," notes Vincent H. about Shady Acres RV Park.
Site spacing varies significantly: Some campgrounds offer spacious sites while others place RVs close together. "Spacing is a little tight and the surrounding views are meh at best," observes Justin G. about Walnut Grove RV Park, while Rutlader Outpost RV Park offers "Sites: 30' wide, 60' long and level."
Falling walnuts can stain vehicles: At certain times of year, walnut trees drop nuts that can damage RV exteriors. "I was awakened to a startling noise... By the time we left, everything was covered (stained) tarnish brown. The park is in a walnut grove hence its name," warns Shannon G. about her experience at Walnut Grove.
Train noise affects some locations: Train horns can disrupt sleep at certain campgrounds. "Only issue was trains blowing their horns during the night," mentions Carolyn M. about her stay at Campus RV Park. Wayne B. confirms this: "Trains nearby can be loud with their horns but it's close to airport which was necessity for me."
Cell service and WiFi quality: Internet capabilities vary by location. "WiFi worked very well," reports Kelly D. about Campus RV Park, while at Rutlader Outpost, "Cellular: service was good, able to stream video, work, Facebook, etc."
Pet-friendly options: Many rv parks near Osawatomie welcome pets with designated areas. "They had a dog run which was not fenced but provided some grass for the pups," notes Shannon G. about Walnut Grove. Vincent H. mentions that Shady Acres has "2 ponds on the property and a community picnic shelter."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Some campgrounds offer unique animal encounters. "They also have some llamas as a small zoo. We only stayed overnight August, 2017," shares Michele W. about Pony Express RV Park LLC.
Seasonal tree frog activity: Unique wildlife sounds create memorable experiences for kids. "There also was a strange noise coming from the trees... After searching, I found that it was tree frogs and it was their call. So if you are there in September listen and you will hear them, they love the walnut trees," advises Shannon G.
Picnic areas and community spaces: Several campgrounds offer community gathering spots. "2 ponds on the property and a community picnic shelter. 15 RV spots that are graveled with a fire ring and picnic table at each," describes Vincent H. about the family-friendly setup at Shady Acres RV Park.
Premium sites worth the upgrade: At some parks, paying for premium spots provides better experiences. "We did pay for the premium pull through site, so we had more room. Everything worked great," recommends Mary about Walnut Grove RV Park.
Long-term vs. short-term areas: Parks often have different sections for different stay durations. "The spaces are very tight in the travelers section and more spread out in the long term section," explains Laura H. about her extended stay experience at Walnut Grove.
Seasonal pricing considerations: RV parks in the area often adjust rates throughout the year. "Rates as of April 2020 (from their site): DAY RATE: $45.00, CLUB RATE: $40.00 (Good Sam's, FMCA, AAA, Military), WEEKLY: $215, MONTHLY: $575 Back In, $700 Pull Through," details Laura H. about Jayhawker RV Park.
Gated night security: Some parks offer additional security features. "Gated community at night (owners give you code if you leave and come back at night)," explains Vincent H. about Shady Acres, providing peace of mind for RVers concerned about security.
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