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Cedar Bluff State Park provides numerous RV sites with full hookup capabilities including 50-amp service, water connections, and sewer hookups. Both the Page Creek Area and Bluffton Area offer multiple pull-through RV pads suitable for larger rigs. Creek Side Resort in Hays features large gravel sites measuring over 80 feet long, accommodating big rigs with ease on their pull-through pads. Wakeeney KOA, open from March 15 to December 15, supplies full-hookup sites with 50-amp electrical service and designated areas for larger motorhomes and travel trailers. "Nearly all sites are pull-thru, probably 90 feet long, making them easy to navigate even with the largest RVs."
Most RV parks in the region maintain sanitary dump stations, though availability varies by location. Cell service strength fluctuates throughout the area, with Cedar Bluff State Park receiving four out of five bars LTE signal according to visitor reports. Sunflower RV Park and El Charro RV Park provide more limited amenities but offer convenient overnight options for travelers along I-70. Pets are permitted at all major RV facilities near Ransom, though specific restrictions may apply. Seasonal considerations become important, as many parks reach capacity during summer months. A recent review noted that "by 8 pm, it had filled in" at one of the lakeside facilities, suggesting travelers should arrive early or make reservations when possible.
"Rosie’s was clean, quiet and had full hookups. Pull through sites were really nice."
"Very cheap for an electric site while we was passing through."
from $60 / night
Check Availability"Don't come here looking for amenities, just a quiet place to stay. 50A service, great water pressure and sewer."
"Wide open grass spaces with tables and shelters for picnic tables. Fire rings. Very clean shower house facility. Lots of space. Many stalls for showers, there's also a nearby host."
"We camped in a tent around the flood line of the Waters edge. The water was down so the water was way out in the distance. Restrooms were quite a bit away. Bugs were bad. Everything else was good."
from $10 - $24 / night
Check Availability"I have stayed at this KOA twice on my way home from Rocky Mountain National Park."
"Our young family of six stayed for 2 nights during our cross country drive and wow what a welcome respite it was from driving! My kiddos LOVED the pool."
"Pretty setting right near a large creek - large trees for shade. Bathroom and shower but very old and a little sketchy. A lot of locals driving through - hoping that will stop after dark."
"The area was well lit at night, and I felt very safe. The campground: It's small, mostly quiet, flat, and had a decent amount of shade."
"Really nice clean shower heads and half cellular reception. Dump station nearby."
from $15 - $29 / night
"The good things are the nice people who run the campground, the little store they have with all kinds of camping and RV stuff. They have a little pond with a dock and a paddle boat."
"A nice little campground near Hays! The site was well kept and was an easy pull through, full hookup. Nice quiet campground."
from $35 / night
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ScoutQuick in - quick set up. Pretty setting right near a large creek - large trees for shade. Bathroom and shower but very old and a little sketchy. A lot of locals driving through - hoping that will stop after dark. Fairly level sites - a few spots for tents and pull throughs with gravel pads for RV’s with power and water. Dump station. Picnic tables and grill and/or fire ring
GuideThe roads are rutted and were muddy in January. There was still snow on the ground. The lake was very low. Most sites are only big enough for a tent or small camper. I only saw 2 larger sites for my 26ft travel trailer. I think there was a fire ring at all sites. Sites by water had a bench. The larger sites had a covered patio with picnic table, one also had grills. There is a bathroom, I didn't use but it looked outhouse style. It was a little difficult to maneuver with my 2wd SUV on the roads, but I would go back. It was peaceful.
GuideNothing fancy, but it was a great place to stop for the night. Both times I've stayed I arrived after dark and was only passing through, so I opted not to set up the tent and instead slept in my crossover, which is set up to sleep in. The area was well lit at night, and I felt very safe.
The campground: It's small, mostly quiet, flat, and had a decent amount of shade. The area I stayed in had pull through spots that faced the water (a reservoir, I believe). There's a small dock on the water. My site included a picnic table, grill, and water spigot. I'm not sure about electric hookups and dump stations, since I have no need for those things. The bathrooms were clean, and had both toilets and showers.
Booking: The campground does not take reservations, which I think is great, as it allows me to be a little more spontaneous. There's a self-pay station in front of the bathrooms near the entrance to the campground. I stayed here on a Monday night in late October, and had no problem getting a site. The cost depends on if you're there in the off-season or not, but I believe the most expensive fee is $25 for RVs.
The area: Ellis is a small town. If you're arriving later in the evening I would recommend stopping to eat somewhere prior to arriving in Ellis. In the morning, I made a quick detour down the main street and saw a café, a pizza place, and a Mexican restaurant. There's also a railroad museum. The campground is pretty close to the highway; right off the highway are a couple gas stations with fast food places inside.
Cell Service: I have Verizon, and my service was good enough to stream a live hockey game. The campground said it had WIFI, but I didn't try it out.
TravelerGreat municipal campground halfway between KC and the Rockies. Nice back ins and pull through a with concrete pads, electric and water. First come first serve. Check out the town a few blocks away.
TravelerI have stayed at this KOA twice on my way home from Rocky Mountain National Park. The park is right off I-70, the sites are all pull through and level so you don’t have to unhook - just pull in and relax. The staff is very friendly, the dog park is big and clean, and you can get a homemade grab-and-go breakfast on your way out the next morning.
TravelerThe good things are the nice people who run the campground, the little store they have with all kinds of camping and RV stuff. They have a little pond with a dock and a paddle boat. Showers and restrooms are clean and private.
It's not a scenic show-stopper. Gravel lots, but most are pull-through and easy to use.
We stayed in our pop-up camper that fell apart during a super intense storm. Not the campground's fault, but scared the tar out of us. They were nice enough to let me store the camper for a little over a week until I could come back with tools and parts to repair it.
Super nice people. Nice town nearby. Great place to stay if you're going to be in Hays.
LegendGeneral: We arrived just before 6 pm on a Sunday in mid-September and had our choice of lakefront sites but by 8 pm, it had filled in. There are other sites that are not lakefront and they would be ok if the lakefront ones were full but definitely not as desirable. The rates are reasonable -$20 for an RV site; $15 for tents (the tent area was just a grassy common area, and no one was staying there when we were there). Payment is on the honor system as there was no on-site host and as far as we could tell, no one checked to see that we had paid.
Sites/Facilities: Each site is very large and spaced a decent amount apart but there is no physical separation between them. Each has a large picnic table set on a concrete pad and electric hookups, however, be aware that you need a very long cord to reach the electric box. Ours did not make it but we were ok for one night without electric. We also could not get the water spigot to work but again, not a big deal for us for just an overnight. There is also a free common dump station.
Bathhouse: The bathrooms and showers were ok, but not great. They were cleaned very early in the morning.
Activities/Amenities: The small town of Ellis is within walking distance from the campground and although it was small, the town did have a lot of civic pride. There was good internet and free WiFi, although we did not try and access it. There was a small playground, but a sign was posted indicating it had not been disinfected during Covid and it was recommended it not be used. Fishing seemed to be a popular activity and there was a fishing/boat dock.
Conclusion: We could not hear much road noise during the day but as soon as it quieted down at night, the road noise from I70 was very loud all night long, however, this is a very convenient stopover for people traveling east or west on I70 looking for a place to spend the night.
RangerMostly big rigs, camped there in a van. Hookups were good. Sites spacious but not very private, we were lucky to get one on the edge. Lake is nothing special and no hiking trails or anything, seemed to be mostly boating or fishing.
Very quiet mid-week in May, which was lovely. The bathrooms suck and I saw a copperhead right by the bathhouse so be careful.
TravelerRosie’s was clean, quiet and had full hookups. Pull through sites were really nice.
Cedar Bluff State Park and surrounding campgrounds offer camping options within 30 miles of Ransom, Kansas. The area sits at approximately 2,400 feet elevation in the High Plains region. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F, while winter nights often drop below freezing. Wind conditions can change rapidly throughout the day, affecting both tent and RV camping experiences.
Swimming opportunities: Cedar Bluff State Park features a large swimming beach that remains usable despite water level fluctuations. "The swimming beach is large and looked clean. There is new looking playground equipment," notes Nancy C., who visited in April.
Fishing access: The Bluffton Area includes designated fishing spots and cleaning stations. "This loop is closest to the lake and where you would want to be if fishing. There is a fish cleaning station right outside the loop," explains a visitor at Bluffton Area — Cedar Bluff State Park.
Boating options: Boat ramps at Cedar Bluff provide water access, though water levels fluctuate seasonally. "There is a large now unused boat and vehicle parking lot however the dock is lying on the dirt," reports David M. about current conditions at Dispatch Campground.
Historic exploration: C2T Ranch and Campground offers a unique historical experience near Ransom. "This place is an incredible continuously working Ranch since 1884. It is also the site of the first recorded Buffalo Soldier conflict out of Fort Hays (25 miles away)," shares Seth S.
Privacy at primitive sites: The tent-only areas at Cedar Bluff State Park offer seclusion not found in RV sections. "The tent only sites were totally empty and we were the only ones in the loop. Gorgeous view, just up the bank from a small beach," reports Danielle C.
Concrete storm shelters: Bluffton Area provides safety features appreciated by visitors. "Appreciated the concrete shelters for possible storms—that luckily didn't happen," mentions Liz C., highlighting an important weather safety feature.
Ease of overnight access: The self-registration system works even for late arrivals. "Stopped by in Nov at 11pm. Self pay. Power hookup and dump site. Great spot," notes a traveler at Bluffton Area campground.
Clean facilities: Bathhouses receive regular maintenance at most area campgrounds. "Very clean shower house facility. Lots of space. Many stalls for showers, there's also a nearby host," reports a camper about Page Creek Area.
Water level fluctuations: The lake at Cedar Bluff has receded significantly in recent years. "Unfortunately the lake water has receded dramatically," reports a recent visitor to Dispatch Campground at Cedar Bluff State Park.
Wind conditions: The open plains location means steady winds are common. "Little windy. Full hookups are popular. Cabins and dispersed camping sites are empty. Cools down nicely at night," notes David M. at Roonii Campsite.
Wildlife awareness: Campers should watch for local wildlife, including snakes. "The bathrooms suck and I saw a copperhead right by the bathhouse so be careful," warns a visitor at Horse Thief Reservoir.
Tree coverage limitations: Many campgrounds in the region have limited shade. "It doesn't have much if any shade, so bring your own. Otherwise it is a great place to stay, especially if you have a boat," advises a camper at Horse Thief Reservoir.
Kid-friendly activities: Wakeeney KOA offers numerous recreational options for children. "My kiddos LOVED the pool. We spent the entire day lounging and enjoying the basketball court, corn hole, park, ice cream social, and of course, the swimming pool!" shares Joanna M.
Playground access: Cedar Bluff State Park provides recently updated play equipment. "There is new looking playground equipment. The most precious thing I have seen, Pa's Lake. It's a little lake built for disabled and youths to fish in," describes Nancy C.
Recreational variety: Some campgrounds feature unique activities beyond standard offerings. "Butterfield has a bath/shower house and the largest variety of activities (archery range, BMX track, playground, and an interesting game called Neos 360 which is part electronic game and part competitive sport, suitable for all ages," explains a visitor to Bluffton Area.
Evening events: Look for special activities at campgrounds. "They even have an ice cream social and fresh baked good in the morning," reports a Wakeeney KOA guest.
Site lengths: Creek Side Resort in Hays provides exceptionally long spaces. "Nearly no trees, but extra long sites - probably 90 feet long. Almost all are pull-thru," notes Gordon D., making it ideal for larger rigs.
Pad surfaces: RV parks near Ransom, Kansas offer various pad types. "All pads were concrete and appeared to have recently been redone," reports a visitor about Arapahoe loop at Bluffton Area, while "Gravel and cement pads. Well kept grounds" describes Dan Q. about Creek Side Resort.
Overnight convenience: Many RV parks cater to interstate travelers. "Fairly quiet spot with space around the trailer. Overall, a nice place to hop in overnight, and maybe a little longer depending on what you're doing," says Joseph F. about Wakeeney KOA.
Temperature management: Summer heat affects RV comfort significantly. "The temperature was over 100 until almost 7:30 pm and our camper with the AC on high remained over 90 until almost 8:30," warns Amy D. at Creek Side Resort.
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