1 campground with availability this weekend
Pomona State Park near Vassar offers a variety of glamping accommodations within its tree-covered grounds. The park houses upscale lodging options that include comfortable beds with linens and electricity, making for a comfortable outdoor experience. Eisenhower State Park also provides glamping options with lakeside sites, including some yurt accommodations that feature climate control and elevated furnishings. Both parks maintain clean facilities with modern amenities like showers, toilets, and laundry services. Visitors appreciate the balance between nature and comfort, with sites offering both privacy and access to conveniences. According to a camper, "The park is very quiet. My wife and I are setting and listening to the soothing sounds of nature, and trying not to fall asleep. Absolutely beautiful."
The lakeside location of these glamping campsites creates opportunities for water-based activities including fishing, boating, and swimming at dedicated beaches. Canvas accommodations at Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA complement the more rustic yurt options at Eisenhower State Park, with both providing access to hiking trails and wildlife viewing areas. Pomona State Park features large grassy fields with playgrounds near the glamping areas, creating family-friendly environments. Seasonal considerations include peak periods from May through September, though several sites remain open year-round with heated accommodations. One visitor noted, "Beautiful campground with so many activities available! The general store is super helpful, and we could walk to the lakeshore. We will be back!" Reservations are recommended, particularly for premium glamping domes and pods during summer months.
"Even being full, it felt secluded. Absolutely will be back to camp again!"
"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 snd right of us."
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"The sites were fairly small and jammed next to each other, and half of them didn't have great tree cover, but they all have a nice firepit and picnic table. "
"Secure camping and clean on site bathroom facilities. Close enough to town for convenience but far enough away you get to see a lot of stars."
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from $15 - $85 / night
"Nice, shady spots with electric and water. It’s very quiet. For $18, can’t beat it."
"* 29 sites total
- 26 electric ($16)
- 3 primitive ($12)
- boat ramp
- dump station
- shower-houses
- playground
- all sites are on a first come first serve basis
- open from 1 May until"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $14 - $26 / night
"Nice little secluded campground on a small lake. The campground has a playground and clean facilities. Makes for a great family camping option."
"Great little lake. Good fishing, great locations for kayaking and paddle boarding. the camp can get crowded quick and it's a toss up who will be around and how well behaved. "
"Camp ground was very clean and the staff is very helpful! Drive you right to the campsite so no need to have to look for it. Pizza delivery a d wood was a nice touch."
"I’m in my 30s traveling solo and this stop was a great place to regroup and take advantage of their amenities like shower, laundry, etc. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was very friendly."
"My kids love camping here, we came in an RV and we're barely ever inside it until we were ready to sleep."
"Super easy to pull in and set up. Plenty of spots.Only a few signs with a map so i took a picture on my phone and used that. Water on each site which is a luxury.
Stayed for 2 nights. Easy breezin"
"Only complaint, cold shower in facility near marina. I would recommend a spot closer to marina if you're not In an RV. We were a rooftop tent and could heat distant trains all night."
"A couple miles down a secluded drive, nestled back in the woods right on the lake. Lots of trees, nice shower house. Camp host is friendly and laid back. Pet friendly, well lit."
"This campground is close to home for us, but we love it as a quick get away. It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 / night
GuideI stayed at Doud Campground inside the state park. It was a peaceful site facing the lake, with a few hay bales and a well maintained trail.
September was a good month to stay because it was cooler outside. I recommend using the bathhouse facilities at BlackJack campground right next to Doud as they are more updated.
GuideHere on a late August weekend and this campground is only 25 % full. Not sure if it’s because everyone thought it would be hot or because kids just went back to school. But we are enjoying having the place mostly to ourselves.
ScoutNice little tuck away close to town but far away enough you can consider it a get away they have rv parking and cabins
GuideThis campground is about 35-40 mins outside Kansas City City. The town that it is located in has a lot to do as well! Campgrounds is clean and well kept! We visited in November so not many people.
GuideEasy check in friendly folks. Level site. Pull through FHU everything worked as expected. Would stay her again.
TravelerThis was our first visit and we chose a campsite on-line. The COE has done an admirable job developing this lakeside area for plentiful campsites and decent shade. The showers and facilities were clean and maintained well. The camp store is minimal and only open a few hours in the evening. Access to the water is easy so bring watercraft and swimming attire. The lake is almost 7,000 acres so our kayak exploring only covered a small portion.
LegendThe staff is very nice, the camp is clean the bathrooms are clean the laundry is clean the pool is clean overall a very pleasant little camp. Please see attached video and pictures for more details.
The only two negatives are one there are probably not enough shade trees and two there is a train that comes by every couple of hours.
TravelerBeautiful area to camp, and cheap. Our camp was in burning heart, it was very quiet and very clean. Even being full, it felt secluded. Absolutely will be back to camp again!
GuideNice level sites. Clean facilities and friendly staff. Cost was a little steep for off season.
Camping opportunities around Vassar, Kansas include access to Pomona Reservoir, a 4,000-acre lake with surrounding prairie terrain at 974 feet elevation. The area experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and cool winters that can drop below freezing. Autumn camping offers cooler temperatures with colorful foliage along the lakeshores, while spring brings wildflowers and occasional thunderstorms.
Kayaking on Pomona Lake: Launch from Carbolyn Park which offers water access points and a boat ramp near tent camping areas. "Clean campground, nice and quiet! Little disappointed with no true waterfront access," notes camper Tanner P., who suggests bringing personal watercraft.
Horseback riding trails: Several miles of equestrian-accessible paths near Perry State Park Campground offer scenic routes through wooded areas. "We had a wonderful stay! Wonderful pull through spots, great views, and closer to the boat ramp!" reports Caitlin R., highlighting the convenient lake access.
Wildlife photography: Morning hours at Eisenhower State Park Campground provide opportunities to photograph deer, turkey, and various bird species. "Very scenic grassy fields and trees along a reservoir that has fishing, boating, & canoeing. Great birds for birding. Great lakeside campsites," writes RA S.
Secluded tent sites: Pomona State Park Campground offers quiet camping spaces under tree cover. "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 Jeremy S.
Modern facilities: Multiple campgrounds maintain well-kept restrooms with hot showers. "Excellent clean restrooms and showers. Great views of the lake from many spots. Also good cell service," reports Michelle H. about Eisenhower State Park.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple fishing spots along Pomona Lake provide access to crappie, bass, and catfish. "Lots of space and good fishing. Secure camping and clean on site bathroom facilities," says Bill H. about the fishing at Eisenhower State Park.
Winter camping options: Some areas remain open year-round with reduced services. "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 Courtney S. about winter camping at Pomona State Park.
Train noise at some locations: Campgrounds near railways experience regular train noise. "The roads within the park are not the best. Also, online reservations must be made 48 hrs in advance, otherwise, its day by day," notes Nancy C. about Eisenhower State Park's reservation policies.
Yurt camping in Vassar, Kansas area: Hillsdale State Park offers yurt accommodations with basic amenities. For those seeking yurt rentals near Vassar, these structures provide more protection from weather than tents. "Campgrounds are clean and aren't too overly cramped. Trails for hiking and riding bikes and they offer canoe/kayak renting," shares Maria M.
Playground access: Sites near play areas provide entertainment for children. "Large grassy field with playgrounds. Trails to take walks by the lake. Reasonable price," notes Dan & Penny F. about the family-friendly amenities at Pomona State Park.
Swimming beaches: Lone Star Lake Park provides designated swimming areas with gradual entry points. "Great little lake. Good fishing, great locations for kayaking and paddle boarding. There is a park for this kids and a great swim beach in the summer," explains Adam M.
Educational programs: Seasonal ranger-led activities focus on local wildlife and ecology. "The campground has a playground and clean facilities. Makes for a great family camping option," states Tommie J. about the family amenities at Lone Star Lake Park.
Level sites: Experienced RVers recommend specific loops for larger vehicles. "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 Ty A. about the large-rig access at Pomona State Park.
Hookup availability: Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA offers full hookup sites with 50-amp service. "Easy check in friendly folks. Level site. Pull through FHU everything worked as expected. Would stay her again," reports Robert O. about the reliable utilities.
Dumping stations: Several parks provide sanitary dump stations near the campground exits. "Nice state park on the lake can be crowded and a little crazy on weekends. Like most state parks no sewer hookups but easy access to dump station," explains Doug H. about the facilities at Perry State Park.
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