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Pratt County Veterans Memorial Park provides water and electric hookups for campers with dogs, featuring 12 gravel pull-through sites with fire pits and picnic tables positioned around a fishing lake. The Evergreen Inn-Motel & RV Park accepts pets at both RV sites and cabin accommodations, offering full hookups including 50-amp electric service, water, and sewer connections. Kingman State Fishing Lake, located approximately 30 minutes east of Pratt, allows free primitive camping with pets at well-spaced shoreline sites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Most campgrounds maintain standard leash policies to keep pets controlled while outside RVs or tents. The park is extremely quiet despite being in the heart of Pratt, with friendly locals and affordable rates at just $10 per night for water and electric sites.
Fishing opportunities abound for campers with dogs at several local lakes, with Kingman State Fishing Lake offering excellent shoreline access where pets can enjoy the water alongside their owners. Medicine Lodge City Park, located south of Pratt, provides pet-friendly camping near bathroom facilities with flush toilets and showers. Most campgrounds feature open fields ideal for exercising dogs, though wildlife encounters require keeping pets secured, especially at dawn and dusk. Weather considerations include hot summer temperatures requiring adequate shade and water for pets, while spring and fall offer more comfortable camping conditions. Vault toilets serve primitive camping areas while full-service campgrounds provide modern restroom facilities. Kingman State Fishing Lake campgrounds are particularly spacious, allowing larger rigs while maintaining good separation between sites for privacy with pets.
"This is a quiet little park for being in the heart of Pratt. It's just $10/night for electric & water. There's a dump station nearby, you just need to get the key from city hall."
"There's a dump station also -- it's right behind the playground and can be approached from either direction. Not locked --it's ready to use."
"Dog friendly and lady at front desk is very nice and helpful with reasonable rates this is a great stay"
"Back a bit from the highway. Trees. Friendly quick check in. Simple place to stay."
"There is a rver near by. Awesome time at the kingman state fishing lake"
"Pulled in on a Monday afternoon, had many choices of sites at the waters edge. No hookups, boondocking only. No charge. Stayed through Wednesday morning."
"The CG is all grass with a gravel entry/exit road. We had our pick of back-in sites or pull through– we chose a back-in. We did not have time to visit the office, clubhouse or showers."
"As with many campgrounds in Kansas, this state fishing lake boasts camping without charge. There are five designated primitive tent spots with fire rings and tables."
"Only a few folks walking dogs around the lake came through. We’re self-contained but there is a vault toilet and a water spigot if needed."
"There is not much around so you better be self sufficient. There are several gas stations, a small Dillon's grocery and a Family Dollar store."
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"They are pet friendly and have a leash law. The boat ramp and dock are good sized and kept maintained. I have a great time everytime I go. I recommend it as a stop while you are in Kansas."
"If you do mountain bike, you would enjoy the 9 + mile trail ( we walked it)."
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ScoutThe campsite has friendly staff, the facilities and campsites are clean, great swimming area. They are pet friendly and have a leash law. The boat ramp and dock are good sized and kept maintained. I have a great time everytime I go. I recommend it as a stop while you are in Kansas.
TravelerThis is a quiet little park for being in the heart of Pratt. It's just $10/night for electric & water. There's a dump station nearby, you just need to get the key from city hall. They have a 7 night maximum stay. Great for an overnight, or a couple days to get caught up on laundry in town. People are really friendly.
RangerStayed overnight. Super easy to navigate in our 43-foot motorhome; pull through gravel sites are plenty long enough to not need to unhook. $20 a night, with water & elec hookups at each site, a fire ring, and a picnic table. There's a dump station also -- it's right behind the playground and can be approached from either direction. Not locked --it's ready to use. In navigating here my Apple Maps turned us onto Lake Road off Hwy 54. We drove washboarded gravel for awhile. When I zoomed out on my map, I realized we could've stayed on Hwy 54, avoided the gravel, and taken pavement all the way by turning later on. Meh. I'd def come back here again when passing through the area, and figure it out by watching the map to decide where I want to turn. We stayed on a gorgeous 68-degree day in Feb, & tyere were several people fishing, walking, kids at the playground, etc. SUPER nice people--a lady drove by and called out, Welcome to Pratt! A dad at the playground gave me a tip on using the Casey's in town for a gas stop as it's set up for diesel and trucks. Honor system to pay --envelopes are in the mailbox right outside the bathrooms.
RangerIf need to stop and want a full hook-up for $20, give this place a try. The camp ground manager, Monica, was very helpful and proactive. She ensured we had a 50 amp FHU pull-thru. There is not much around so you better be self sufficient. There are several gas stations, a small Dillon's grocery and a Family Dollar store. There is a road on the backside of the campground and a large open field to walk your dogs if you have them. We are going back through the area in Feb and will stay here again, but not sure what that looks like in a Kansas winter.
LegendAs with many campgrounds in Kansas, this state fishing lake boasts camping without charge. There are five designated primitive tent spots with fire rings and tables. No RV spots, no electric, and no water. Two spots are at the entrance near the vault toilet and three spots are caddy corner on the back of the lake. You are responsible for removing your trash, the fields are well maintained, and of course you can fish. There are two docks and you can drop a boat in the small lake. There is a lot of noise from the working silos, railroad, and highways.
LegendYep, we saw bald eagles every day of our stay. Majestic!
This campground is large and spread out. We road our bikes over every inch and clocked 12 miles. If you do mountain bike, you would enjoy the 9 + mile trail ( we walked it). It's flat and not challenging, but really nice, secluded and if you bring a lunch, there are 3 picnic tables on the lake that can only be reached by boat or the trail. Boating, fishing, birding, 18 hole disc golf course, swimming, biking or just relaxing, this place is great.
There are several loops within this State Park. The Gapher loop is for tents. If you are a tenter, you are in for a treat. Sites right are right on the water. The restroom water was on in this loop only.
Smarsh is a loop that is not on the lake side, but the only w/e loop that had water turned on during off season. It looks older and is low land. A large area of standing water was by the road. Even though it is older, has giant Cottonwood trees shading the sites.. one of the 10 modern bathhouse was conveniently located at the entrance to the loop. A playground and walking trails are across the main road. The longest trail runs through this loop.
The Hobie Loop has no services, but the amazing views make up for it. Half the sites are right on the water. Kayaks, Canoes, SUP can be launched right from the sites or just across the road. You pass a HUGE boat launch area before you get to this loop.
The last 2 loops ( North and South) are w/e loops, but water was off for the season. You could fill tanks at the vacant host site or the dump station.
The sites are all gravel or grass with the exception of handicap sites. I wouldn't they were level, but all doable.
It was WINDY every day so I couldn't kayak or SUP. I think it is just Kansas, though. I was sad to see so much trash on the road and the most remote part of the long hiking trail. Some could be from windy blowing stuff around, but the bad of empty beer bottles discarded on th me trail was not. We reported it.
A small store is just outside the entrance and Witchita is only 30 minutes away. Hutchinson is maybe 15 mi.
RangerAbout 10 drive-through sites requiring a turning radius my 20 foot trailer could hardly manage, spaced out quite nicely mostly right on the bank of the fishing pond. Most people would not consider a body of water where you can see the bottom as a lake, that would be a pond. Kansas State fishing lakes are mostly ponds. this one is shallow enough. I think you could walk across it in waders. The highway noise is not too bad. It's been so windy here with severe thunderstorm warnings that you cannot hear the highway traffic. Picnic tables, fire rings and a pit toilet. That's it. They recently buried some culverts under the road which should prevent any future washouts. But beware the sandy road base could get you stuck.
GuideWe were solo camping here. Only a few folks walking dogs around the lake came through. We’re self-contained but there is a vault toilet and a water spigot if needed.
LegendRV Park had your typical hookups. Its really just a parking lot behind a structure that has about a dozen spots available, adjacent to the highway. Privacy and quiet would not describe this RV park.
Primitive camping options flourish within 30 miles of Pratt, Kansas, with several sites positioned along lakes and ponds where campers can enjoy shoreline access. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures frequently exceeding 90°F, while spring and fall provide milder conditions with occasional thunderstorms and high winds typical of the central plains.
Fishing opportunities: Anglers can cast their lines at Kingman State Fishing Lake where campers report excellent catches. "Enjoy this free, handsome campground year round. Enjoy the coyotes howling at night and the waterfowl on the still lake in the morning. Go fishing for slab crappie and hunt the sand hills for deer, and bobwhite quail!" according to Anthony W.
Hiking trails: The 9-mile trail at West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park offers a flat, scenic route with lakeside rest areas. Nancy C. shares, "If you do mountain bike, you would enjoy the 9 + mile trail (we walked it). It's flat and not challenging, but really nice, secluded and if you bring a lunch, there are 3 picnic tables on the lake that can only be reached by boat or the trail."
Wildlife viewing: Early mornings and evenings are prime times for watching waterfowl and other wildlife at local parks. "We love camping here because the campsites are decent size and they have cabins for our family without campers or tents. We also enjoy the lake and playgrounds for the kids," notes Holly D. about West Shore Camping Area.
Affordability: Pratt County Veterans Memorial Park offers economical camping with basic amenities. "We stayed here for 3 nights waiting for spring storms to pass in the central part of the country. Nice park that is part of a ecosystem of community swimming pool, tennis/pickle ball, ball diamonds and walking paths. Other park adjoining. $10.00 for electric/water per night," reports Steve H.
Spacious sites: Kingman State Fishing Lake campsites have ample room between them for privacy. Kris notes, "Plenty of primitive sites right along the lakeshore, well spaced and most shaded by cottonwood trees. No hookup, just a picnic table and a fire ring. Vault toilets."
Natural sounds: Several campgrounds offer peaceful soundscapes with minimal urban noise. "Quiet pulled in on a Monday afternoon, had many choices of sites at the waters edge. No hookups, boondocking only. No charge. Stayed through Wednesday morning," writes Scott K. about his experience at Kingman State Fishing Lake.
Weather considerations: The region experiences dramatic temperature changes and strong winds, particularly in spring. At Kiowa County State Park Campground, one camper noted, "Nice spots around a pretty lake. I got there around 7 pm and there were only a couple trucks there for fishing, but more people pulled in later on. It seemed like each spot had their own picnic table and fire pit. You were far enough away from any neighbors that you had enough privacy."
Highway noise: Some campgrounds have nearby traffic sounds. A reviewer at Kiowa County State Park mentioned, "There is a lot of noise from the working silos, railroad, and highways."
Limited facilities: Many pet-friendly camping areas near Pratt have basic or no hookups. At Kingman State Fishing Lake, Butch K. reports, "About 10 drive-through sites requiring a turning radius my 20 foot trailer could hardly manage, spaced out quite nicely mostly right on the bank of the fishing pond. Most people would not consider a body of water where you can see the bottom as a lake, that would be a pond."
Playground access: Deweese Campground provides natural play areas along the riverside. "Several sites along the river but separated by foliage. Grounds are well maintained as is the vault toilets," notes Bob B.
Nature education: Wildlife viewing opportunities allow children to learn about local ecosystems. "Seems like a nice spot for the night. I appear to be the only person here tonight but have had several cars drive through. There is a vault toilet here but no doors. I dont see any trash cans here. I can hear a little road noise but I also hear lots of nature noises. Birds, frogs, owls and more," reports Melissa C.
Swimming options: Some locations offer swimming areas suitable for children of various ages. Melissa H. shares about West Shore Camping Area, "The campsite has friendly staff, the facilities and campsites are clean, great swimming area. They are pet friendly and have a leash law."
Level sites: The Evergreen Inn-Motel & RV Park offers level sites with full hookups for comfortable stays. "Dog friendly and lady at front desk is very nice and helpful with reasonable rates this is a great stay," notes Westin C.
Big rig accessibility: Several campgrounds accommodate larger RVs but require careful navigation. A visitor to Kingman State Fishing Lake cautions, "The sandy road base could get you stuck."
Dump station access: Some sites require special arrangements for dumping. Teresa M. mentions about Pratt County Veterans Memorial Park, "There's a dump station nearby, you just need to get the key from city hall."
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