Best Tent Camping near Wilson, KS

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Best Tent Sites Near Wilson, KS (6)

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Recent Tent Reviews in Wilson

213 Reviews of 6 Wilson Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coneflower Campground Loop
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Coneflower Campground Loop

    Beautiful

    Stayed on a Thursday night 9/12 and there were hardly any people there. It was a beautiful spot but quite exposed so expect some wind.. I would definitely stay there again.

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Creek Side Resort
    Aug. 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.

  • Katie L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mulberry Campground — Kanopolis State Park
    Jul. 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!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    Jul. 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.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Wilson Lake Sylvan Park
    Jun. 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.

  • Kathryn  S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Venango Park
    Mar. 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.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    Sep. 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!

  • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka - Wilson Reservoir
    Aug. 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.

  • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Aug. 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!

  • Betsy T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    Aug. 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.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Creek Side Resort
    Aug. 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.

  • Alex D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Aug. 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!

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Salina KOA Holiday
    Jul. 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.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Venango Park
    Jul. 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.

  • Jay B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Jul. 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.

  • Stefanie I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Park RV
    Jun. 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.

  • Wendy O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Minooka Park
    Jun. 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.

  • Mike D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    Jun. 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.

  • sThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Mill Campground
    May. 13, 2023

    Old Mill Campground

    Gem!

    Wow. Beautiful trees. Grass field with electric. 15$ per night. In middle of cool Swedish town. Trails. Will be back. No reservations. Two other campers in field with about 25 30 amp sites Grassy sites. .

  • Kami J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kanopolis State Park Campground
    Apr. 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!!



Guide to Wilson

Tent camping near Wilson, Kansas offers a variety of scenic spots where nature lovers can enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from well-equipped sites to more primitive settings, there's something for every type of camper.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • At Dropseed — Wilson State Park, campers can enjoy full hookups, picnic tables, and access to drinking water, making it a convenient choice for families.
  • Indian Grass — Wilson State Park offers a more secluded experience with beautiful views, picnic areas, and fire rings, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
  • For a unique experience, Old Mill Campground features a wooded setting along the river, providing a peaceful atmosphere with ample shade from large trees.

Some prices for tent camping range from $10 to $19

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Wilson, KS?

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

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    TheDyrt.com has all 6 tent camping locations near Wilson, KS, with real photos and reviews from campers.