Pratt County offers several camping options for RV travelers crossing Kansas. The county is positioned in the south-central plains of Kansas at approximately 1,900 feet elevation. Summer temperatures often exceed 90°F while winters can drop below freezing, affecting water availability at certain campgrounds. Most RV sites near Pratt maintain year-round operations with varying levels of amenities.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Kingman State Fishing Lake provides primitive lakeside sites with picnic tables and fire rings. "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," reports Anthony W.
Local exploration: Champion Ridge Inn & Country RV Park offers a rural farm setting approximately 30 miles from Pratt. "Very nice small camping area at a farm. Very friendly and helpful host. There's a lot of great history in the surrounding area and lots to see," notes Bob R.
Family recreation: Lighthouse Landing RV Park and Cabins in South Hutchinson provides recreational facilities. "There was a nice playground for our children and the sites were plenty big enough for us to get our truck and rig into. The bathrooms and showers were very clean and our kids enjoyed playing with a few other families that were there as well," according to Justin C.
What campers like
Budget-friendly options: Sixth Street Park provides basic electric hookups in a city park setting. "We had originally pulled in to Walmart but it was way to noisy with the trucks. Found this great spot in a beautiful city park water and electricity for 10$," writes Francois T.
Accessible overnight stops: 4 Aces RV Park in Kinsley offers convenient accommodations for travelers. "We just stopped to overnight so we didn't take advantage of all the amenities. Campground was clean and well kept. We had no issues hooking up and got a restful nights sleep aside from the occasional train," notes Lindsey P.
No-frills boondocking: Kingman State Fishing Lake provides free camping with basic amenities. "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. Stayed one night in our small rv on Columbus weekend in October. Not crowded, extremely quiet," reports Kris.
What you should know
Site conditions: Some RV sites near Pratt feature gravel surfaces that may become muddy after rain. At Kingman State Fishing Lake, "All dirt roads that can get muddy," notes DakotaMiner.
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. At Kingman State Fishing Lake, "The highway noise is not too bad. It's been so windy here with severe thunderstorm warnings that you cannot hear the highway traffic," according to Butch K.
Payment systems: Variation exists in payment methods across campgrounds. At 4 Aces RV Park, "We arrived afterhours, and used an envelope to pay. The payment system was pretty confusing. The pay envelopes stated different rates than the website, which also is different than what the employee told us on the phone," reports Danni A.
Tips for camping with families
Consider development status: When selecting family-friendly RV sites near Pratt, check completion status. At Lighthouse Landing, "Sites are still being made, not all sites have picnic tables or fire pits. NO SHADE! For a one night stop between destinations it's okay," advises Lisa P.
Choose campgrounds with amenities: Pratt County Veterans Memorial Park offers family-friendly recreation options. "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," writes Steve H.
Plan for weather extremes: Summer heat in the region can be intense, with temperatures routinely exceeding 90°F. Winter camping requires additional preparation as water hookups may be disconnected at some facilities when temperatures drop below freezing.
Tips from RVers
Generator usage: For boondocking at locations like Kingman State Fishing Lake, portable generators provide necessary power. "Used a Honda inverter generator just enough for the coffee maker and microwave. Loved it and will be back often," shares Scott K.
Self-sufficiency: Some RV sites near Pratt have limited facilities. "We 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," notes Scott K.
Work-friendly locations: Greensburg RV offers amenities for digital nomads. "I'm traveling across the country and just needed somewhere to stop and work during the day. I slept for a couple hours before work and a couple hours after. The Wi-Fi is excellent. The bathroom and laundry room was very clean," writes Steve O.
