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Best Tent Sites Near Wilson Lake, KS (6)


Recent Tent Reviews In Wilson Lake

203 Reviews of 6 Wilson Lake Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Creek Side Resort
    August 21, 2024

    Creek Side Resort

    Awesome!

    Last minute reservation easily accommodated. Beautiful and super clean. Amazing bathhouse and coffee house. Cabins also available for rent. One of the nicest rv parks we’ve stayed in.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park
    July 5, 2024

    Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park

    Cicada City

    Nice easy place to pitch a tent or hang a hammock. Primitive campground is well maintained and largely unoccupied because of the lack of hookups for RVs. Stayed on 4th of July and only one other family was in the entire campground. Close to swimming beach, but bring your own water as there is no spigot nearby. Great birds too!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    July 3, 2024

    Minooka - Wilson Reservoir

    Great I70 overnight spot

    If you are traveling I 70, this is a great spot for a night to break up the drive. Only a few miles off of the highway, clean, quiet, with water and electricity. We stop here almost every trip. Sites are spaced out nicely.

  • Camper-submitted photo from COE Wilson Lake Sylvan Park
    June 10, 2024

    COE Wilson Lake Sylvan Park

    Beautiful camp Level pull throughs

    We stayed at this COE campground on a very stormy night in June 2024. It is a well kept Corp campground and we will stay there again as we travel through Kansas.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Venango Park
    March 29, 2024

    Venango Park

    Spring camping

    We stayed at this federal campground 3/29/24 for free. 126 sides and I think there were four RVs here. No hookups or water (That's why it's free) but it had one open pit toilet. Beautiful views, felt very safe. A bit windy. Hopefully everybody will take care of this place & not abuse the privilege of staying here in the winter for free.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    September 10, 2023

    Minooka - Wilson Reservoir

    Beautiful sunset but windy

    Love this place. Discovered it by accident trying to avoid the loud motels off I70. Love that tent sites are free during the week. It was quiet but I wasn't alone. Sunset was amazing on the reservoir. But the wind comes up quite strong as it cools down so stake that tent down!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    August 25, 2023

    Minooka - Wilson Reservoir

    What a gem!

    This place is GREAT!

    First off - Monday - Thursday this place is free if you are in a non electric standard site.

    Second, the sites are really beautiful and big with great views. We were right on thr lake and it was stunning for sunrise.

    Third, the facilities are fantastic. Clean vault toilets and clean shower facilities with perfect water temp and pressure.

    Fourth, the host was really nice and helpful!

    You can’t really go wrong here. Would love to come back and spend a few days just relaxing. Plenty of bugs (not as bad as I was expecting though) so plan to bring spray.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    August 23, 2023

    Minooka Park

    This place is great!

    Perfect camping! Wide open spaces with lots of room. Beautiful views of the lake and lots of animal activity - cows, bunnies, birds and bugs. Lots of bugs! Not teeming with mosquitos but just many bugs. Some of them are HUGE.

    I didn’t think the bugs were that bad just more interesting. Been to many other places with a bug problem and that didn’t seem like this to me. But it as prob enough that I wouldn’t want to hang outside and play cards.

    Views in every direction and it’s absolutely stunning! Very peaceful and quiet and literally just perfect.

    Plus if you are on a standard non electric tent space it’s free Monday -Thursday!

    Great showers and bathrooms too! This is a hidden gem for sure!! Perfect sunrise from our site!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    August 14, 2023

    Wilson State Park Campground

    Like an Oasis

    BEAUTIFUL views!!! Very windy but worth it for water front. We stayed in a loop alone that could have had 3 other sites, next to beach access. Bathrooms were a bit of a walk but again, worth it!!

    Thought I had seen a mirage once we pulled into the park after miles of Kansas greens and browns.

    Self reg station (electronic) at the park as well as reserve early online.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Creek Side Resort
    August 12, 2023

    Creek Side Resort

    Clean and easy

    A nice layout, clean site and bathrooms. The trees are young but the over all camp is great.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    August 10, 2023

    Minooka Park

    Lake camping meets farm life!

    What a beautiful camp site. The ground has plenty of sites, almost all that have a beautiful lake front view. We stayed during the week and it was pretty quite - cows moooin’ were the loudest noise all night! There are walking trails, beaches, a boat launch, and bathrooms. We stayed at a non-electric but there are plenty of hookups to go around too. Happy camping!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Salina KOA Holiday
    July 26, 2023

    Salina KOA Holiday

    Decent stop over

    This is a decent stop over during travel. The site was wide and level and had mature trees. The park itself isn't far from the interstate, which makes it fantastic for an easy off and on, but also comes with some road noise. There is also a truck stop at the end of the road for convenient fill up.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Venango Park
    July 26, 2023

    Venango Park

    Great for a stopover, reset, or water lovers!

    Pros: 

    - easy to get to from I-70

    - friendly camp hosts 

    - lots of grass to walk dogs 

    - beautiful sunsets 

    Cons:

    - 35 minutes one way to the nearest town with major stores like Walmart and Petco

    - people did not care about walking through my waterfront site to get to the water (there were other ways)

    - site was pretty sloped back to front and side to side but just bring leveling blocks and you're fine

    - dump station didn't provide a water hose for cleaning the sewer hose after dumping even though it had water connection but must provide own hose 

    I didn't use the bathroom facilities and forgot to test speed but I had zero issues with Verizon or AT&T.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    July 8, 2023

    Minooka Park

    Fantastic campground

    Pleasantly surprised at pulling into this great spot after many hours driving cross country. Pick your site then pay online, super easy. Verizon service was great. Very well kept grass and stone site pads. Got a spot right on the lake. We were tempted to spend a second night it was so nice.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pine Park RV
    June 12, 2023

    Pine Park RV

    Friendly Towns People

    This site is on a nice grassy area with trees and has hookups but that is a bout it. This is a small town where everyone waves to you. There is a nice community pool in town, one cafe and two restaurants. Our truck broke down here and we had to get a new transmission, so we were stuck here for a few days. We were the only campers the entire time.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    June 7, 2023

    Minooka Park

    Beautiful

    Best site I’ve had on my 2 week road trip! Would for sure come back here if I’m ever needing a campsite in Kansas.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    June 4, 2023

    Wilson State Park Campground

    Great Camping a Few Miles Off the Interstate

    We've camped at Wilson State Park three times now on eastbound road trips and I can't recommend it enough! There are sheltered sites on green lawns where tent campers can spend a quiet night. Trees provide shelter from wind and thunder storms. Depending on where you camp you can walk to swim in the reservoir. And the Switchgrass MTB is surprisingly fun! Just be careful to let it dry out before you ride since that wet sand can wreak havok on your drive train. I've only camped at Wilson on weekdays and it's never crowded.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kanopolis State Park Campground
    April 16, 2023

    Kanopolis State Park Campground

    My Favorite

    Every spring I look forward to getting out of the city and relaxing peacefully at this beautiful Lake! I love the gorgeous sunsets, the beach area, the hiking trails, and picking guitar with my besties! There's nothing better than being submerged in mother nature and I can't think of a better place to do it!!

  • Camper-submitted photo from C2T Ranch and Campground
    April 12, 2023

    C2T Ranch and Campground

    Absolute Diamond.

    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). So history? Check! The views both day and night? Stunning! Our hosts? The best part of our stay. They were extremely accommodating and welcoming. We will be back. Soon! And I live in Detroit…

  • Camper-submitted photo from Triple J RV Park
    November 20, 2022

    Triple J RV Park

    Great for a night!

    Awesome little stop on my X-Country route, host was very sweet, I told her I know the spots are close but I like to be isolated when I can and she gave me a great site away from everything with a fire-ring. Just what I wanted. T Mobile service is Very Good opposed to the rating I saw of Poor

  • Camper-submitted photo from Triple J RV Park
    October 7, 2022

    Triple J RV Park

    Good for overnight

    We called ahead to see if they had sites available for the night. Arrived just before the office closed at 7pm. Got a pull-through full-hookups site. The campsite pads are level, nice and wide, gravel like the roads, with wide grassy/dirt/gravel areas between and beautiful mature shade trees everywhere. Also several friendly cats acting as camp hosts, welcoming us at the office when we checked in, greeting us every time we stepped out of our rig, and checking out all the campsites and trees regularly. ☺️ Our site had a picnic table and a clay/Terra cotta statue of a bear eating honey, with a hole in his belly as a small fire ring. Most sites had a covered picnic table. Full hookups worked fine.

    Bathrooms were ok; dead crickets on the floor.

    We would stay here again.



Guide to Wilson Lake

Camping near Wilson Lake, Kansas, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the trails at Kanopolis State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "The trails with cliffs, creeks, and caves are incredible," making it a great spot for adventure seekers.
  • Fishing and Swimming: At Wilson State Park Campground, you can enjoy swimming and fishing. A visitor noted, "We were right on the lake and it was stunning for sunrise," highlighting the beautiful waterfront access.
  • Wildlife Watching: Cheyenne Bottoms Campground is perfect for nature lovers. One camper shared, "The marshlands exploded with sound," showcasing the vibrant wildlife in the area.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Minooka Park. A reviewer said, "Great showers and bathrooms too! This is a hidden gem for sure!!"
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Triple J RV Park. One guest mentioned, "The campsite pads are level, nice and wide," making it comfortable for RVs and tents alike.
  • Beautiful Views: Campers rave about the stunning scenery at Lucas Park. A visitor remarked, "You can park with a water view nearly everywhere," making it a picturesque spot for camping.

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially at Cheyenne Bottoms Campground. One camper warned, "Watch out for mosquitos. It’s by a lake so this time of year it’s nasty!"
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Minooka - Wilson Reservoir, have fewer amenities. A reviewer noted, "The bathhouses had no water temperature control in the showers," so plan accordingly.
  • Crowded Weekends: Popular spots like Kanopolis State Park can fill up quickly on weekends. One camper mentioned, "This was a busy weekend. Every campsite was full," so consider visiting during the week for a quieter experience.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with swimming areas, like Wilson State Park Campground. A family shared, "There was a swimming beach just a few steps away from our tent spot," making it easy for kids to have fun.
  • Space to Play: Choose sites with ample space for kids to run around. At Kanopolis State Park Campground, one camper noted, "The sites are generous in size & clean," perfect for family activities.
  • Plan for Nature: Bring bug spray and sunscreen, especially at places like Minooka Park. A visitor mentioned, "Plan to bring spray," to keep the bugs at bay.

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level pads, like Triple J RV Park. A guest said, "The campsite pads are level, nice and wide," which is great for RV stability.
  • Full Hookups: Ensure your campground has full hookups for convenience. Kanopolis State Park offers this, and one camper noted, "Everything we need," making it a solid choice for RVers.
  • Quiet Spots: Seek out quieter areas for a peaceful stay. A reviewer at Eagle Point Campground mentioned, "Not very crowded mid-April," which is ideal for those looking to escape the noise.

Camping near Wilson Lake, Kansas, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Wilson Lake?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Wilson Lake is Indian Grass — Wilson State Park with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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