Best Glamping near Stafford, KS

West Shore Camping Area at Cheney State Park houses upscale glamping accommodations near Stafford, Kansas, with sites that combine the natural beauty of reservoir views with modern comforts. The park features safari-style glamping cabins with amenities like electricity, comfortable beds, and picnic tables in a scenic lakeside setting. "We love camping here because the campsites are decent size and they have cabins for our family without campers or tents," noted one visitor. These eco-friendly glamping options provide a perfect balance between outdoor immersion and comfort, with several loops offering different experiences—from waterfront locations to shaded sites under giant cottonwood trees. The park maintains clean facilities with modern bathhouses and shower access for glampers seeking convenience.

Cheney State Park's glamping sites serve as an ideal base for exploring the 9+ mile hiking trail that winds through secluded areas of the park, offering exclusive lakeside picnic spots accessible only by trail or boat. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with one camper sharing, "We saw bald eagles every day of our stay. Majestic!" Water activities form the centerpiece of the glamping experience, with opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and paddling directly from waterfront sites. The park also features an 18-hole disc golf course, playgrounds for children, and multiple biking trails. Located approximately 30 minutes from Wichita and 15 miles from Hutchinson, these glamping accommodations provide convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining a peaceful natural setting that appeals to families and couples seeking comfortable outdoor experiences.

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  • AJ M.
    Jun. 24, 2019

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Nice surroundings beside the reservoir

    We stayed on a Sunday night in early Summer on our road trip west. The lake was high due to flooding so we were moved the week before from our original booking at Hobie Beach. Really pleased with the primitive campsite we were at. Fire pit and picnic table was well maintained. On Sunday night the restrooms & showers were in need of a clean.

    Nature trails are great for the kids. 

    Bait shop just outside the park entrance was well stocked including ice.

  • Nancy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 8, 2021

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    BALD EAGLES!!!

    Yep, 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.

  • Melissa H.
    Jul. 8, 2016

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Summer fun

    The 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.

  • Deb L.
    Jan. 14, 2019

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Great!

    Have stayed at this lake many times over the last 35 years, both in a tent and a camper. There are sites for everything. I've even seen people sleep in the bed of their pickup trucks. Full service, no service, whatever you need. Bath houses are cared for daily.

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2024

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Just passing through

    We only picked this location based on our cross country road trip. We only needed one night, but had to pay for two nights (it was on a weekend, but this place was no where near full, so the demand isn’t there to warrant a 2 night requirement). On top of that, we had to pay another $5 just to enter the park to get to our campsite. Campers near us looked like they were living there full time. The sites in the grass by the lake seemed to be much nicer when we drove by. Our gravel site was filled with any hills and micro trash. Campers 2 sites down from us was full of kids throwing their empty caprisun drinks on the ground (not the parks fault). Also the bathrooms are extremely dated and gross. Not sure what they are using the entrance fee for, but it doesn’t appear to be for upkeep.

  • Debbie T.
    Mar. 30, 2019

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Best place close to Wichita

    Best place close to west Wichita. Several areas to choose From. Most with large camping spots. All with fire rings. Water and electric available with several dump stations.

  • Tom V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2020

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Smarsh Creek Campground

    Very nice shaded sites with water and electric hookup. It can be hot in the summer. Campground is clean and well run. Nice, level gravel pads.

  • Matthew D.
    May. 22, 2021

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    One night stay

    Great open campsite. Management also worked with us to get a bigger spot so we could pull our vehicle in. We did have some trouble with the vehicle pass. Purchased through the website but there wasn’t really a way to prove it beside the email receipt and they wanted us to purchase another. We worked it out and ended up not having to do it. Nice beach area for kids. Bathroom facilities adequate and they have showers.

  • Holly D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 14, 2023

    West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    Love camping here

    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. It is close to home but a nice getaway.


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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Stafford, KS is West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 13 reviews.