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Campgrounds around Pittsburg, Kansas provide options for tent camping, RV parking, and cabin stays within a 30-mile radius of the city. Crawford State Park, located approximately 20 miles northeast of Pittsburg, features multiple campgrounds including Oak Point, Rocky Cove, and Lonesome Point with lakeside sites and both primitive and utility-equipped spaces. Four Oaks RV Park and Parkview MH & RV Community offer dedicated RV accommodations closer to town, while Big Brutus Museum provides unique camping opportunities near a historic mining shovel about 15 miles southwest of Pittsburg.
Reservations are recommended for Crawford State Park campgrounds, particularly during summer weekends when lakeside sites fill quickly. Most developed campgrounds in the region feature concrete pads with electric hookups, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Prairie State Park, situated west of Pittsburg across the Missouri border, offers primitive tent camping with basic facilities and no hookups. Water access can be limited at some sites, with campers noting the need to collect water from central locations. According to one visitor at Rocky Cove Campground, "The odd thing about the campground is that there is no bathroom or showers. At all. You have to go to the next campground over, Oak Point. Not convenient."
The camping experience varies considerably across the region's sites. Crawford State Park receives consistently high ratings for its spacious lakeside campsites, swimming beach, and convenient restaurant. One camper described it as "a gem" with "amazing swimming beach, modern bath house and great restaurant." Big Brutus Museum combines camping with historical interest, featuring only ten sites with power and water on grassy, level areas. Prairie State Park provides a more natural experience where visitors might encounter free-roaming bison herds and prairie landscapes, though multiple reviewers mention significant tick presence. RV parks closer to Pittsburg offer convenient highway access but typically provide fewer recreational amenities than the state park locations.
"The tiny campground is located in a wooded hollow at the edge of the prairie and has 4 primitive sites, no electric or water at sites, no showers and one vault toilet only."
"The main draw for me other than it being close to where I live is that you get to be around buffalo with out fences. It is a surreal experience and worth the time to locate the herd in the park."
"A handful of small campgrounds surround the lake. Almost every spot is on the water. Only drawback is restrooms are sometimes a short walk away."
"Great site next to river, across from bath, laundry and showers. Quiet and easy access. Highly recommend."
from $10 - $34 / night
Check Availability"Great primitive spot near the front with no electric but water within walking distance. Remote and lovely"
from $10 - $19 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in late June in the Rocky Cove Campground on the lake. The lake itself is dotted with campgrounds. Rocky Cove has concrete pad sites, nice and level, both on and away from the lake. "
from $19 - $23 / night
Check Availability"Big Brutus is a must see if you are traveling through Kansas. The sites are level and on nice grass.The grounds are well kept, the scenery is beautiful!"
GuideThere are two side to this campground on one side there are fees to stay on the other side free camping. Great for fishermen and woman. Lots of people were fishing during our stay. They fish all day and all night night if it isn't pouring the rain. Great view of the river. We went past the picknick tables and camp spots to the end of the road and stayed 2 nights. Caught a few fish and enjoyed watching the others fish too.
GuideIt’s just an ok place off highway. Sites need to be mowed
ScoutI called ahead, they don’t allow tent camping
TravelerQuiet park, with showers, bathrooms and lots of fishing!
ScoutIt's just your back to basics camping area. Not much but a campfire grill, a parking spot, and a hiking trail. Campers can stay for 14 consecutive days according to the signs posted by Conservation. I do wish it were a little farther from the fairly busy state highway.
Scoutthis is a place preferred by the really big rigs, but my Winnebago view fit in just fine.
GuideWe stayed here twice our first night and last night of our two week road trip. The place is well maintained and peaceful. Decorated like an old western town. Laundry facilities are available. The dog park was the best our whole road trip. We have three dogs that range from 4.5 lbs to 45 lbs. they had room to play and they were safe. The staff are very friendly. Highly recommended.
RangerStopped overnight on a Thursday. It's a bit tricky to get to -- as a prior reviewer noted, DO turn right immediately after crossing the railroad tracks. You'll soon see the camping area on your left with a couple of places to pull in. Once there, you'll see a sign (see pic)--I called and left a voicemail with the required info. What makes it tricky is that there's no signage about where to turn. Don't make our mistake and drive into the park and then try to turn right! It was an interesting drive through the narrow roads and skinny stone bridges but we made it unscathed. Just turn right, immediately after the rr tracks, and you're golden.
4 stars just bc of the trickiness of getting there. Two trains went by in the evening, but none during the night, & we kept our windows open.
We didn't use the elec sites ((occupied), but didn't need them as we have solar.
We didn't need to unhook -- our 43' motorhome + tow fit on the pull thru site.
GuideFriendly staff and room for about 8 campers in front away from the trucker section. 3 with hookups. Showers are available.
Camping spots near Pittsburg, Kansas range from primitive sites near bison herds to lakeside retreats with full hookups, all within a 30-mile radius. Temperatures can fluctuate dramatically in this region, with summer highs regularly reaching 90°F and winter lows dropping below freezing. Many campsites in the area are situated at elevations between 850-950 feet above sea level, contributing to their rolling prairie terrain.
Prairie wildlife viewing: At Prairie State Park Campground, visitors can observe free-roaming bison herds in their natural habitat. One camper noted, "Prairie state park isn't very large but it is nice to see somewhere dedicated to preserving the native grassland that the Midwest used to be covered with. The main draw for me other than it being close to where I live is that you get to be around buffalo with out fences."
Fishing and swimming: Crawford State Park offers both activities with several access points around the lake. "The lake itself is dotted with campgrounds," reports a visitor to Rocky Cove Campground, while another mentions, "fishing is decent, the food at the Marina is great."
Historical exhibits: At Big Brutus Museum, campers can tour a massive electric mining shovel while staying onsite. "The whole family loved the self guided tour of Big Brutus. Clean and well maintained camps. Truly a marvel to see up close," according to one visitor.
Quiet, spacious sites: Lonesome Point Campground at Crawford State Park offers peaceful camping experiences. A regular visitor comments, "We camp here quite often. I like that we can take our fur babies. It's quiet even if there are a lot of campers. People are polite and respectful."
Restaurant access: The marina restaurant at Crawford State Park provides a convenient meal option. One camper at Oak Point Campground stated, "The on-site restaurant is a nice perk when you simply don't want to cook. Small lake, but everything is clean and well maintained."
Level sites: Many campgrounds in the region feature concrete pads or level grassy areas. At Big Brutus, a camper mentioned, "The sites are level and on nice grass. The grounds are well kept, the scenery is beautiful!"
Limited facilities: Some campgrounds have minimal amenities. At Prairie State Park, one reviewer advised, "If you are interested in bison sightings, this is the park for you. If you need water, supplies, shower or a flush toilet, skip this one. The tent sites are VERY primitive, but you drive up to your camp."
Bathroom access: Not all camping areas have onsite restrooms. At Rocky Cove Campground, a camper pointed out, "The odd thing about the campground is that there is no bathroom or showers. At all. You have to go to the next campground over, Oak Point. Not convenient."
Ticks: Prairie areas, particularly at Prairie State Park, have significant tick populations. A recent visitor reported, "Lots of ticks. Good clean campground. Bathroom. Bison roam the park. Ticks also roam the park."
Swimming beaches: Crawford State Park provides kid-friendly water access. "We have stayed here twice now, both times it was amazing," reports a visitor to Oak Point, while another notes there's an "amazing swimming beach, modern bath house."
Educational opportunities: Prairie State Park offers nature learning experiences. "The nature center is small but they have two bison, a coyote, and many other learning opportunities inside," according to one camper.
Wildlife sounds: At Prairie State Park, "you'll hear the coyotes all night howling and barking," which can be either exciting or unsettling for children depending on their comfort level with nature sounds.
Limited RV sites: Big Brutus has only a handful of RV spots available. "There are only 10 sites (all with power and water) tenting available. It is remote and extremely quiet and peaceful!" according to one RVer.
Highway proximity: Four Oaks RV Park provides convenient access but comes with road noise. A visitor noted, "It is a very small place to park close to 69 highway and a public golf course," while another mentioned it's "a bit noisy with traffic."
Winter camping considerations: Some facilities close during colder months. At Rocky Cove Campground, a winter camper observed, "The bathrooms and office are close during winter season. There is a nice beach area and playground in the park. Easy self pay Kiosk."
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Which is the most popular campground near Pittsburg, KS?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Pittsburg, KS is Prairie State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 10 reviews.
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