Pomona Lake campsites provide year-round access for both tent and RV campers across multiple campgrounds in Osage County, Kansas. The lake spans 4,000 acres with 52 miles of shoreline at an elevation of 974 feet. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing, while summer months typically reach 85-95°F with moderate humidity, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons.
What to do
Fishing ponds: Deer Creek Valley RV Park maintains stocked fishing ponds separate from their swimming areas. "They also have some llamas as a small zoo. We only stayed overnight August, 2017," notes a visitor at Pony Express RV Park.
Hiking trails: Walk the scenic trail at Topeka Capital City KOA for nature observation. "There is also a scenic walking trail. The trail is almost a mile and they've kept it mowed and easy to identify," according to a camper.
Swimming options: Most developed campgrounds near Pomona Lake provide swimming facilities during summer months. "They have a saltwater Swimming pool," notes a camper at Topeka Capital City KOA, while Pomona State Park offers direct lake access for swimming from May through September.
Wildlife viewing: Early mornings offer the best wildlife viewing opportunities. "We got up early and took the rods to the fishing pond prior to packing up and heading out in the morning... we saw a bunch of frogs, fish jumping, and two ducks that followed us around for a while," writes one reviewer.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Campers appreciate the generous spacing at several rv campgrounds near Pomona Lake. "Great spot, the pull-thru RV pads are huge and the grass in between is sizable for each," notes a visitor at Deer Creek Valley RV Park.
Clean facilities: Bathhouse cleanliness receives consistent praise. "Clean bathrooms and showers. Fun little pool and awesome play area for kids," writes a camper at Deer Creek Valley RV Park.
Quiet atmosphere: Less developed camping areas offer more peaceful experiences. "We stayed in one of the campgrounds with undesignated primitive spots. Found a nice place to park right on the lake. It was super quiet, being winter," reports a visitor at Pomona State Park Campground.
Tree coverage: Natural shade provides relief during hot Kansas summers. "The campground here is covered in trees, Awesome. We're in a Montana high country 384br, 41' fifth wheel. Its a beautiful park, right on Pomona lake," shares a camper at Pomona State Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Water services may be limited during winter. "Winter camping remains available at Deer Creek Valley RV Park, though some amenities are reduced during colder months," notes a regular camper.
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience traffic noise. "The reason for 4 instead of 5 stars is the proximity to the highway. We had a 'deluxe rv site' that backed up to the highway. So tons of highway noise all night," cautions a visitor at Topeka Capital City KOA.
Weekend crowds: Pomona Lake sites fill quickly during summer weekends. "Beautiful area to camp, and cheap. Our camp was in burning heart, it was very quiet and very clean. Even being full, it felt secluded," shares a camper at Pomona State Park.
Access road conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging entry roads. "The road coming into the campground (49th St) is unpaved and very bumpy. Folks with larger rigs should be aware that the road narrows as you pass under the overpass," warns a visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several Pomona Lake rv campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "Kids loved playing on the playground in the morning while we packed up. Plenty of grass and a little dog run area too for our pup," reports a visitor at Shady Acres RV Park.
Indoor activities: For rainy days, some campgrounds provide indoor recreation. "They also offer a weight room and an adorable activities room with air hockey, a library, & a pool table," notes a camper at Topeka Capital City KOA.
Security features: Parents appreciate campgrounds with security measures. "They have the property gate guarded at night which is another nice feature," mentions a visitor at Deer Creek Valley RV Park.
Storm shelters: Kansas weather can change rapidly. "The showers double as a storm shelter so they are huge and cavernous, but very clean and nice," reports a camper, providing peace of mind during severe weather season.
Tips from RVers
Hookup positioning: Some rv campsites near Pomona Lake have unusual utility layouts. "The water and sewer hookups are in the middle between sites, which can make hooking up somewhat awkward depending on the layout of your rig. A longer water hose and sewer extension are a good idea," advises a visitor at Crossroads RV Park and Campground.
Site leveling: Prepare for minor adjustments at some locations. "Site a little off level, nothing a few blocks or boards couldn't solve. 30 amps of clean 122 vac, water tucked in between two pine trees that blocked the view of the sites to the left and right of us," reports a Pomona State Park camper.
Buddy sites: Be aware of shared site configurations. "The most FRUSTRATING part is that this was a buddy site (that is NO WHERE on their website). We have rescue dogs and don't want to share our space with neighbors we don't know," cautions one RV owner.
Electric quality: Power supply remains stable even during peak usage times. "Full hook-ups and a bath/shower house (which doubles as a storm shelter). 15 RV spots that are graveled with a fire ring and picnic table at each," notes a Shady Acres visitor.
