Best Glamping near Wichita, KS

West Shore Camping Area at Cheney State Park and Wellington KOA house upscale glamping accommodations approximately 30 minutes from Wichita. Canvas cabins feature comfortable beds, climate control, and private outdoor spaces, blending nature immersion with resort-style comforts. The glamping structures at Cheney offer views of the reservoir, while Wellington's luxury canvas accommodations include kitchenettes and modern bathroom facilities. "We love camping here because the campsites are decent size and they have cabins for our family without campers or tents," notes one visitor about Cheney State Park. Each glamping site provides electrical hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, with most locations offering showers and modern restroom facilities nearby. Premium sites feature private decks overlooking water features or wooded areas.

Trails surrounding these glamping properties connect guests with the natural landscape while providing convenient access to water recreation. Cheney State Park's glamping area sits near a 9-mile trail system where birdwatching opportunities include bald eagle sightings. According to a camper, "We saw bald eagles every day of our stay. Majestic!" Paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing are available directly from the glamping areas at several locations. Santa Fe Lake's geodesic domes and canvas structures provide a quieter alternative to larger parks, with mountain biking trails and hiking paths accessible from the luxury accommodations. Seasonal programming includes guided night hikes and stargazing events at select properties. Most glamping sites remain open year-round, though premium availability occurs April through October when all amenities are fully operational.

Best Glamping Sites Near Wichita, Kansas (8)

    1. West Shore Camping Area — Cheney State Park

    13 Reviews
    Cheney, KS
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 542-3664

    $10 - $21 / night

    "If you do mountain bike, you would enjoy the 9 + mile trail ( we walked it)."

    "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."

    2. Santa Fe Lake

    10 Reviews
    Augusta, KS
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 775-9926

    "Although the lake is kinda gross. This is a great spot for camping just outside of town if your from Wichita."

    "This is a nice smaller lake that is fairly close to Wichita. Great staff on board. Electric only but the office lets you fill your fresh water tank by the entrance and there is a dump station."

    3. Sedgwick County Lake Afton Park

    1 Review
    Garden Plain, KS
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 794-2774

    4. Wellington KOA

    7 Reviews
    Haysville, KS
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (620) 326-8300

    "A little further than we wanted to be from Wichita, but not their fault. Clean, friendly employees. Would stay here again."

    "Nice campground, friendly staff, very nice patio on slott with fire pit, table, chairs and covered swing"

    5. Harvey County East Park

    9 Reviews
    Walton, KS
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 283-5420

    "I also like how they put boat docks behind all of the lake side sites. The swim area is nice but often crowded on the weekends. This campground has both 50 and 30 amp sites."

    "Bathroom was clean."

    6. Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park

    10 Reviews
    El Dorado, KS
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 321-7180

    $10 - $110 / night

    "There was about 15 or 20 spaces all with electric. I believe there was vault toilets only but no dump station. We had to come up to the blue stem area to dump."

    "Ross at the main entrance is a great guy with lots of information about the parks & lake. Camp host at Sunflower Meadows was nice & helpful."

    7. Shady Creek Area — El Dorado State Park

    1 Review
    El Dorado, KS
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 321-7180

    $10 / night

    8. Beaumont Hotel & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    El Dorado, KS
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (316) 377-3085

    $20 - $109 / night

    "Located in the Heart of the Flint Hills in Kansas. Right off highway 400 about 26 miles east of Augusta, Kansas. Fly in with your own plane, drive your car/RV  or ride your bicycle. "

    "We stopped here for the night because it was in the right location, but were surprised by how nice it was. "

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  • Carter W.
    May. 19, 2021

    Santa Fe Lake

    Just outside of town

    Although the lake is kinda gross. This is a great spot for camping just outside of town if your from Wichita.

  • J
    Aug. 28, 2019

    Wellington KOA

    Small, but nice campground.

    Nice KOA campground. A little further than we wanted to be from Wichita, but not their fault. Clean, friendly employees. Would stay here again.

  • 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.

  • S
    May. 30, 2020

    Bluestem Point Area — El Dorado State Park

    Bed bugs!!! Don’t rent Cabin 5 Larkspur

    I’m exhausted, the last 12hrs has been a dumpster fire. Last thing we expected was a bed bug infestation. Woke at midnight with a few annoying bites, on further inspection we were covered in bed bugs, urrrgghh. After picking them off our pj’s and getting over the initial shock we went home to quarantine our clothes, shower and sleep. Returned in the morning to checkout and trash our sleeping bags and pillows. Everyone is disappointed, and I’m out of pocket for 2 nights accommodation and 4x sleeping gear...whoever the host is should be ashamed of themselves, I’m trying to warn the next people, this cabin is booked solid but in reality uninhabitable! The porch is also infested with burrowing bumblebees, scary for kids and adults alike.

  • Marty D.
    May. 31, 2018

    Santa Fe Lake

    Pretty basic but close to home

    This is a nice smaller lake that is fairly close to Wichita. Great staff on board. Electric only but the office lets you fill your fresh water tank by the entrance and there is a dump station. Swim beach & great for tent camping. This was the first lake we went to as new RV owners.

  • B
    Apr. 4, 2023

    Wellington KOA

    Nice campground, friendly staff, very nice patio on slott with fire pit, table, chairs and swing

    Nice campground, friendly staff, very nice patio on slott with fire pit, table, chairs and covered swing

  • J
    Feb. 28, 2021

    Beaumont Hotel & RV Park

    Hotel & Campground with plenty of room to pitch a tent. Even an air strip!

    Located in the Heart of the Flint Hills in Kansas. Right off highway 400 about 26 miles east of Augusta, Kansas. Fly in with your own plane, drive your car/RV  or ride your bicycle.  Beaumont with their own airport, hotel, campground, and cafe with a lot of Frisco Railroad History.

    I camped in a tent in September 2020.  The cafe is open Fri 8 am-8 pm; Sat 7am-9pm; Sun 7 am-2pm (closed in winter).  One of the motel rooms behind the cafe is available for showers and restrooms for campers.  I enjoyed supper and breakfast at the cafe.--friendly people and great food.  Quiet evening and fantastic stargazing.

  • 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.


Guide to Wichita

Glamping in Wichita, Kansas offers convenient access to outdoor recreation within the Arkansas River Valley, where elevations range from 1,200 to 1,500 feet. The region's continental climate brings hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F between June and September, while spring and fall provide milder conditions for outdoor activities. Water-based recreation at area reservoirs forms the backbone of the camping experience.

What to do

Mountain biking trails: Santa Fe Lake features trails suitable for varying skill levels. "The mountain bike trails as well as hiking trails are perfect for beginners to experts," notes Helena P. about the Santa Fe Lake property located 30 minutes east of Wichita.

Paddling opportunities: The calmer waters at Santa Fe Lake create ideal conditions for kayaking. "This lake is a nice break from places like Cheney and Afton. It's small so there aren't a lot of big boats disturbing the water, which makes paddling a lot more enjoyable," reports Chris L.

Fishing access: El Dorado State Park provides multiple fishing spots around its large reservoir. The park includes several camping areas with shoreline access. "The picnic tables are great because they are shaped like a sail and you can turn them to block the wind or sun," explains Dionna F., which provides comfort during longer fishing sessions.

Stargazing opportunities: The open Kansas skies offer excellent night viewing at several campgrounds. "Quiet evening and fantastic stargazing," writes Joyce R. about her experience at Beaumont Hotel & RV Park, located in the Flint Hills about an hour east of Wichita.

What campers like

Convenient lake access: Harvey County East Park features waterfront sites with boating infrastructure. "I also like how they put boat docks behind all of the lake side sites," notes Stanleigh S., adding practical details about the electrical options: "This campground has both 50 and 30 amp sites. All of the 50 amp sites are on the inner loop and all of the lake side sites are 30 amp."

Beach areas for swimming: Several parks maintain sandy beach areas for summer water activities. "Sandy beaches at most of the tent campsites are our favorite things about this lake! Also, super affordable camping," writes Anika L. about Harvey County East Park.

Historical elements: Some camping areas feature interesting historical components. The Beaumont Hotel & RV Park offers a unique camping experience with aviation history. "The history of the hotel and accompanying landing strip was fascinating, and the path to the ponds at sunset was beautiful," shares Sarah B.

Clean facilities: Wellington KOA maintains high cleanliness standards. "Friendly staff, extremely clean bathrooms and showers! Nice grassy spot for our tent!" reports Wandering W. about this glamping-friendly property south of Wichita.

What you should know

Shared water hookups: At some campgrounds, water connections require coordination with neighbors. At Harvey County East Park, "the biggest con for this campground is that you have to share a water source with the campsites next to you," explains Stanleigh S.

Seasonal bathroom closures: Facilities may close during off-season periods. "After told at the office that there were showers in Bluestem all of the modern showers were locked due to water line problems," reports Donna G. about her experience at Bluestem Point Area.

Wind conditions: Kansas weather patterns can impact water activities. About Cheney State Park, Nancy C. notes, "It was WINDY every day so I couldn't kayak or SUP. I think it is just Kansas, though."

Late arrival processes: Some campgrounds have systems for after-hours check-ins. "Pulled in around 11pm, had to use the late check-in process. Well organized and easy with individual maps for each site number," shares Aaron S. about Wellington KOA.

Tips for camping with families

Beach and playground combinations: Family-friendly sites often feature both water play areas and playground equipment. "We also enjoy the lake and playgrounds for the kids. It is close to home but a nice getaway," mentions Holly D. about Cheney State Park West Shore.

Weekend activity considerations: El Dorado State Park can get busy during peak times. "Biggest complaint was the lack of shade on our spot and the amount of young people partying all night," warns Randall J., suggesting mid-week stays might be preferable for families seeking quieter experiences.

First-timer friendly options: Shady Creek Area at El Dorado State Park provides spacious, less crowded camping. "Nice campsite, tons of sites with nobody else here. Not buggy either," notes Zach A., making this area suitable for families new to camping or glamping near Wichita.

Tips from RVers

Electrical options: Consider power needs when selecting sites. At El Dorado State Park, "Very few 50 amp site to choose from and no 50 amp sites with shade," reports Stanleigh S., important information for RVers with higher electrical requirements.

Level site availability: Harvey County East Park sites vary in levelness. "The sites are all gravel or grass with the exception of handicap sites. I wouldn't [say] they were level, but all doable," explains Nancy C. about nearby Cheney State Park, reflecting a common condition at regional campgrounds.

Laundry facilities: Wellington KOA offers coin-operated laundry services. "This is a very clean and well maintained camp ground. We just needed one night and used the coin operated laundry," notes Jack B., helpful for those on extended road trips.

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