Top Tent Camping near Osawatomie, KS

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Best Tent Sites Near Osawatomie, KS (11)

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    1. Woodridge

    13 Reviews
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    152 Saves

    This recreation area is part of Clinton Lake

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    • Dispersed
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    2. Scott Creek Campground

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    • Pets
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    $10 - $50 / night

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      3. Marysville

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      This recreation area is part of Hillsdale Lake

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        4. 110 Mile Park

        1 Review

        This recreation area is part of Pomona Lake

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          5. Adam's Grove

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          This recreation area is part of Prado Dam

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            6. Overlook Park

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            Overview

            This day-use picnic area, located just north of Clinton Lake in the hills of Kansas, is the perfect spot for a party or family gathering.

            Natural Features:

            Congress authorized Clinton Lake in 1962, and the finished reservoir was filled in 1980. While the Dam and Reservoir were originally built for flood control, the area has now become a recreational oasis for millions of visitors to enjoy the beautiful green Kansas backdrop.

            Clinton Lakes beautiful setting of steep bluffs, wooded shoreline and clear water is unequaled among Kansas lakes. Shoreline development has been limited in an effort to preserve as much of the natural setting as possible.

            Clinton spans 8 miles up the Wakarusa Valley and covers 7,000 surface acres. If the lake ever approaches the top of its flood pool, an additional 5,800 acres will be covered, extending the area to 13 miles along the valley floor.

            Recreation:

            A horseshoe pit, sand volleyball court, softball field and playground are all provided at Overlook Park.

            Clinton Lake offers opportunities for boating, fishing, canoeing, jet skiing, swimming and countless other water sports, making it the main attraction to area.

            The lakes fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, fishermen, and hunters ample opportunities for their sports, and Clinton Lake is well-stocked with crappie, walleye, channel catfish and white bass.

            Wildlife viewing is also a popular activity, with bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey and other wildlife in abundance at Clinton Lake.

            Three trail systems are located around Clinton Lake, including the North Shore, South Shore and the George Latham Trails. All offer hiking, biking and equestrian opportunities within a 20 minute drive.

            Facilities:

            Overlook Park has two picnic shelters available for up to 100 guests. Flush toilets and drinking water are available for visitors convenience.

            Nearby Attractions:

            The Visitor Center, located on the northwest side of the dam, just down the road from Overlook Park, has several informative displays covering topics such as the history of the area, reasons for the dam and the wildlife in the area.

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                  Recent Tent Reviews In Osawatomie

                  297 Reviews of 11 Osawatomie Campgrounds


                  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Michigan Valley
                    Oct. 1, 2024

                    Michigan Valley

                    Excellent campground

                    The hosts are very friendly and the campsites have decent space between them, restrooms are decent except there are no hooks or benches at the entrance restrooms. The other restroom is unknown to me Nice shade for most of the day and there’s a swimming beach and places you can go fishing. Water and electric are shut off on the 1st of October

                  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Outlet(melvern)
                    Aug. 4, 2024

                    Outlet(melvern)

                    Our favorite local hangout

                    Beautiful well-kept park with gorgeous trails, beach, lots of shade, and quiet camping. We’ve been here three times now and just love it. Outlet park is below the dam. If you’re into fishing/boating the giant lake has a marina with everything you need to get out on the water as well as a kitchen where they serve hamburgers and other food items. The Marina is currently closed as of 8-2-24 due to weather damage but will reopen.

                  • Mitch M.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
                    Jul. 21, 2024

                    Clinton State Park Campground

                    Close to town but far enough to enjoy the wilderness

                    Overall it was a good experience. We came on a weekend with good weather and were able to reserve easily a couple days in advance. There were a few campers near to us that we could see but no one that was right next to us and we couldn't hear them at all. 

                    Pros: 

                    • Access to "modern" toilets that flushed. While the one closest to us was closed (see cons) there was one a bit further, maybe another 4 minutes walk away that was open. It had a few stalls and were in decent enough condition. 

                    • PLENTY of wildlife. Bunnies, Racoons (and babies), PLENTY of deer, a possum.

                    • Bugs - While I've been here in early July and the bugs made me want to scream, in late July it seems they are better or at least being more in the open helped. A few flies and mosquitos. Nothing too bad.

                    Cons:

                    • It didn't seem like the host was there. There was a car driving around that asked us where a campsite was but it was in a weird format and they said the host wasn't around. 
                    • The bathrooms nearest to us were a modern toilet and they were closed, but it didn't really say they were closed so the only indication was no lights and more spiders than I care to admit. 
                    • Many of the camping areas (a vast majority) are surrounded by woodland and brush that makes it impossible to see, or even smell the lake. Getting down to it is a bit of a chore if you choose to do so.
                    • Though it had rained a few days before our campsite was bone dry, which is fine except that the ground was so hard that 80% of our set up time was trying to stake in. Could have just been our location though
                  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake
                    Jun. 22, 2024

                    Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake

                    Nice and quiet

                    Camped here several days in late June. The were very few campers, even on the weekends. Many slept in their cars and left at first light. I assume they went fishing at the lake. Bathroom was a little rough but manageable.

                  • Loren L.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Osage State Fishing Lake
                    Jun. 12, 2024

                    Osage State Fishing Lake

                    Quick, easy, clean

                    On a road trip off the 70, pulled over to camp for the night! Quiet, only a few other campers around.. lovely nighttime sounds. Firepit. Some trash from other campers.. remember to pack it in and pack it out!

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                    Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
                    Jun. 10, 2024

                    Clinton State Park Campground

                    Peaceful

                    Camped out at site 13 for a real peaceful Saturday. Half of our group took the trail and hiked to the campsite, the other half got there by kayak/paddleboard. The site was very secluded and had a very interesting layout. Lots of hammock tree setups too.

                    Only real issue we had was there wasn’t a lot of flat ground. The tents we pitched were pretty close to the fire, and the biggest patch of flat ground was down wind from the fire.

                  • Craig W.The Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Woodridge
                    May. 21, 2024

                    Woodridge

                    Nice campground with a group

                    We recently took our scout troop to Woodridge and had ample space for the group.  The 4.5 mile trail was a nice activity for the scouts during the morning.  The trail was moderately difficult and could be problematic if raining.  The vault toilet was pretty clean and well taken care of.  It was fairly busy between the car campers and those who utilized one of the many hike in sites.  Several of the hike in sites looked promising and I hope to one day return and use one as well.

                  • Lucy P.The Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Osage State Fishing Lake
                    May. 13, 2024

                    Osage State Fishing Lake

                    Very pretty, mostly peaceful

                    We found a great spot for our van that was right on the water and mostly secluded. Got pretty busy on the weekend and people had loose dogs that were causing some problems, but otherwise very chill. Lake is beautiful, decent cell service with Verizon. Pit toilets in good shape when we arrived Thursday afternoon but kind of rough by the end of the weekend.

                    Camp in main area to be near toilets, otherwise there’s lots of loops near the water where you can find sites with more privacy. No trash so pack it out.

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                    Camper-submitted photo from Bloomington East - Clinton Lake
                    May. 8, 2024

                    Bloomington East - Clinton Lake

                    Great spot- Quiet and not busy

                    Stayed one night in Walnut at site 286. $20 a night. Clean showers and bathrooms. Plenty of hot water. Plenty of spaces in walnut, hickory was busier. Beautiful lake.

                  • Leni K.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
                    Apr. 7, 2024

                    Clinton State Park Campground

                    Relaxing Car/Tent Camping Spot

                    Pros Off-season was quiet Open bathrooms were nice and well kept. Easy access to trails Lots of wildlife, vultures, deer, etc. Well marked and plenty of them spots Marina was a quick bike ride away and had a lot to offer during the season. Primate loops had some good spacing and tree cover, along with views of the lake. Inner loops not so much Potable water available year round. Was drinkable.

                    Cons Signs marked closed bathrooms but not the closest open bathrooms. One per campsite was still open with heat and electric. Weirdly all vaults were closed Office and hosts were unavailable so we had to leave for Casey's for firewood. While before the season, someone told us it's typically impossible to get firewood because the office is usually closed. Signs to the entrance to park and n avigation were pretty small, impossible to read at night, not lit. Electric parking pass only issued one day pass at a time. Would do the paper pass across the parking lot next time. Spacing is definitely a bit crowded for tent camping privacy this time of year. Will be curious to see how it feels in the summer/fall.

                  • John G.The Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake
                    Apr. 1, 2024

                    Leavenworth Kansas State Fishing Lake

                    Quiet spot

                    This is a small remote lake of about 160 acres water area. A county road takes you through the area and across the dam. There are gravel pull off areas and a lakeside gravel road. The pit toilet is not well maintained. Not suitable for larger vehicles.

                  • Terry C.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA
                    Mar. 21, 2024

                    Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA

                    Ridiculous

                    Had to call numerous times to acully get thru. Asked about 6 weeks of staying. Inquired about long term. Was told that it would cost me $3400.00 to stay a mo th here. That's insane

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                    Camper-submitted photo from Coeur D'alene
                    Feb. 13, 2024

                    Coeur D'alene

                    Off season Free Camping

                    Stayed here off season for free. They do not close the gates so you can enter but no access to facilities, water or electric. Campground slopes to the river so very few level sites. Some noise from the road but otherwise peaceful as nobody was there.

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                    Camper-submitted photo from Pomona State Park Campground
                    Oct. 25, 2023

                    Pomona State Park Campground

                    Peaceful

                    The park is very quiet 7/26/22. My wife is working, and I am setting and listening to the soothing sounds of nature, and trying not to fall asleep. Lol, absolutely beautiful

                  • Teresa R.The Dyrt PRO User
                    Camper-submitted photo from Sun Dance
                    Aug. 1, 2023

                    Sun Dance

                    ???Is it really closed for good??? Would make a great dispersed campground.

                    Herd this campground is closed even though I read it's 10$ a night no hook ups. Anyone knows different it would be nice to know. My son lives in Lebo and he said it's closed due to flooding a few years ago. Emailed the lake and COE and got no response.

                  • Amy B.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Springs Lake Campground
                    Jul. 13, 2023

                    Blue Springs Lake Campground

                    Beautiful campground

                    Quiet, beautiful campground located just outside of Kansas City, Mo. We had a full hookup site located right by the playground and it was perfect for our family. Only complaint were the bathroom/shower houses could use to be updated but they were quite clean!

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                    Camper-submitted photo from Clinton State Park Campground
                    Jul. 9, 2023

                    Clinton State Park Campground

                    Easy Camping, For Our First Time

                    It was busy and noisy up until quiet hours, super family friendly, the camp sites are quite large and spread apart. The showers & bathrooms were nice! Many spots to choose from, we were lucky to grab one with tree cover making it feel like we were really out in nature. Lovely park and campground.

                  • Kayzie N.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Miola City Park
                    Jul. 7, 2023

                    Lake Miola City Park

                    My favorite camp ground ever

                    This has everything you want! Nice camp host! Swimming beach! Showers & nice toilets & a tent area and a RV area to separate it. Most tent and RV spots have shade!!! Tens have electic & It's CHEAP !! 20$ for electric tent & camper! They have water spouts at the tent area as well!! A walking path & a park and a huge dog park!!!!

                    Love love love this place!!

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                    Camper-submitted photo from Pony Express RV Park LLC
                    Jul. 6, 2023

                    Pony Express RV Park LLC

                    An Outstanding RV Park

                    100 glorious acres. 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.

                  • Matthew M.
                    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Springs Lake Campground
                    Jun. 29, 2023

                    Blue Springs Lake Campground

                    Horrible

                    Horrible customer service! I reserved a FHU site and upon arrival they said the sites sewer is broken. Instead of offering a premier site (which they had plenty available) or refunding us some money since our site is technically only a water and electric now. They took our money and said screw you! That’s not the camper way.



                  Guide to Osawatomie

                  Camping near Osawatomie, Kansas, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there's something for everyone looking to escape into nature.

                  What to do

                  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Clinton State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The 4.5-mile trail was a nice activity for the scouts during the morning."
                  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Lake Shawnee County Campground, provide great access to fishing spots. A visitor noted, "The lake was beautiful and the campground is clean and neat."
                  • Wildlife Watching: Campers at Bloomington East - Clinton Lake enjoyed seeing plenty of wildlife. One camper shared, "PLENTY of wildlife. Bunnies, raccoons, and deer."

                  What campers like

                  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A review for Weston Bend State Park Campground stated, "Nice shower facilities and laundry available."
                  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer ample space between sites. A visitor at Blue Springs Lake Campground mentioned, "Clean and spaces not too close together."
                  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. One reviewer at Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park said, "The caretakers here are the sweetest people."

                  What you should know

                  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds, like Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA, are close to highways, which can lead to traffic noise. A camper noted, "Close proximity to the interstate does come with some traffic noise."
                  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Longview Campground lacks electric hookups and showers, as one reviewer pointed out, "Some sites are not very level so bring blocks."
                  • Wildlife Caution: Campers should be aware of wildlife. A visitor at Woodridge Park mentioned, "Some folks appeared to be staying long-term and had left their dogs completely unattended."

                  Tips for camping with families

                  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots like Clinton State Park Campground, which offers a playground nearby. One family shared, "We had a full hookup site located right by the playground and it was perfect for our family."
                  • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor activities to keep kids entertained. A camper at Lake Shawnee County Campground noted, "A lot of well-maintained trails and a park as well as pavilions and a lake."
                  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for hikes and outdoor fun. One reviewer at Hillsdale State Park mentioned, "Great campsite. Plenty of space for tents and other activities."

                  Tips from RVers

                  • Check Hookups: Make sure to verify the availability of electric and water hookups. A visitor at Weston Bend State Park Campground mentioned, "Electric sites, no water, but water spigots were scattered around the campground."
                  • Arrive Early: Popular spots can fill up quickly, so arriving early is a good idea. A camper at Blue Springs Lake Campground said, "Enjoyed a quick stay here several times."
                  • Be Prepared for Bugs: Bring bug spray, especially in warmer months. One camper at Bloomington East - Clinton Lake warned, "The bugs were horrible here. Swarms of gnats and mosquitoes."

                  Camping near Osawatomie, Kansas, offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's a spot waiting for you!

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                    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Osawatomie, KS is Woodridge with a 4.7-star rating from 13 reviews.

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