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High Plains Camping provides multiple pet-friendly accommodation options including tent sites, RV spaces, and cabins throughout its Oakley, Kansas location. Pets are welcome at all sites with standard leash requirements in common areas. Full hookup RV sites offer adequate space for pets to rest comfortably while maintaining distance between neighboring campers. The campground maintains clean facilities that help pet owners during their stay, with grassy areas for short walks. Visitors note the presence of goathead burrs in certain areas, so pet owners should check paws regularly. Kansas Country Inn & RV Park and Whistle Stop RV both permit pets with similar policies, though sites are arranged more closely together at these locations.
Goodland KOA accommodates pets year-round in their tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin accommodations from March through October. Historic Lake Scott State Park offers the widest range of pet-friendly options including tent camping, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping opportunities. The state park encompasses hiking trails where leashed pets can explore natural terrain. Campgrounds generally provide basic amenities for pets rather than specialized facilities. Campers with pets should pack supplies as pet stores are limited in the region. Veterinary services may require travel to larger communities. Areas near highways such as Kansas Country Inn experience traffic noise that might affect sensitive pets. Sites further from interstate routes offer quieter environments for camping with animals.
"The water pressure was great and I didn’t have a any issues with utilities even though temperatures dropped to 12 degrees outside."
"I stopped for just one night on my way to Colorado in a baby 13 foot travel trailer and they were kind enough to put me back in the corner so I could watch the beautiful Kansas Sunset, and away from the"
from $48 / night
Check Availability"Dog park is generous size. Bathrooms are clean and well maintained. There is an outside sink for use if you are tent camping. Nice playground for the kiddos and pool."
"Full hookups, some shade and nice grounds for kids and pets. Friendly staff, wifi was good enough for online school; 4g cell coverage, cable too if you are set up in your rig. "
"Wind blows constantly but nice area for dogs to run and right next to motel with all the extra amenities."
"Watch for the thorny burrs that get all over shoes especially if you have a dog…. Would be very painful for them. RVs very close to one another."
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Check Availability"This was our last stop in our Tour de Kansas. The landscape felt more like the west than the flatlands of Kansas we had come to love. We pulled in on a Thurs. The campground was almost empty."
"Camped in Circle Drive in our Popup. Friendly staff, clean grounds and lots of trees. Lake isn't deep - could stand pretty far out. Small beach area but you can get in water anywhere."
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Check Availability"Driving through Kansas and coming up on this park and it's views made it a great spot to stop at along the way. Able to pull up to campsites and park next to your tent area."
"It was around 40 some miles from the Interstate& all we saw were fields upon fields & no trees. The husband was grumbling when we turned off on the road to Lake Scott."
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Check Availability"Reasonably priced, one of few campgrounds in western Kansas off of 70. Level concrete pads, fhu. Campground manager/owner? Lady was very kind and helpful."
"We were pleasantly surprised at the beauty and remoteness of the location."
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Check Availability"This particular site would be difficult for family with young children because it is far away from the pit toilet."
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GuideWe spent a quick overnight here on our way down I-70. Small, clean enough bathrooms, small pool and playground for the kids, small dog park + 3 acre lot out back for the dogs to run. In Goodland, so you can easily stock up or grab some necessities from Walmart or hit a quick fast food dinner. Also, an 80 ft Monet replica nearby to take a picture at, because, well, why not?
LegendThis is a sweet little campground. Just off the interstate, but far enough away that you don’t hear the traffic. Staff is super nice and helpful. Wifi is decent. Dog park is generous size. Bathrooms are clean and well maintained. There is an outside sink for use if you are tent camping. Nice playground for the kiddos and pool. It’s a small KOA but I highly recommend it.
GuideContext: I would not rate this campground 4 stars for destination camping, but I would like folks to know it is a great stop-over. Typical trusted KOA cleanliness and quality. Full hookups, some shade and nice grounds for kids and pets. Friendly staff, wifi was good enough for online school; 4g cell coverage, cable too if you are set up in your rig. Good health protocols during CV19. Clean bathrooms and sites. Camp grills, but no fire pits (it can be windy, but this campground's layout offers some blocking particularly to the south end). After crossing Kansas from east to west, this is a great stop-over. Also, if leaving Colorado late traveling west to east, same benefit.
TravelerIf you’re looking for a dream destination, then keep going until you get deep into Colorado. This is not a vacation destination, but it certainly has everything you need. I stayed here for 4 nights and my site had electric, water, and sewer. The water pressure was great and I didn’t have a any issues with utilities even though temperatures dropped to 12 degrees outside. It’s close to the highway, which is convenient, but there is a little noise from the highway. The noise wasn’t bad and didn’t bother me at all. The campground has laundry and bathrooms on site. There’s also a gas station across the street and a Mexican restaurant right next to the campground. For western Kansas, this place is top notch. I will definitely stay here again in the future.
GuideDriving through Kansas and coming up on this park and it's views made it a great spot to stop at along the way. Able to pull up to campsites and park next to your tent area. Everything was clean and my spot was a nice wake up view looking across the lake. Only caught a catfish while there but still great fun. Wish I could've gotten video of the thunderstorm that rolled through in the distance. Overall though, great hiking around the lake and good spots. Just a short drive to town also if you need to pick anything up.
RangerThis KOA has full hookups and nice level sites. The park is also super conveniently located to the interstate, so it’s the perfect place to pull off for the night.
The park does have a cute playground complete with old farm equipment and a small pool. The grass is all well kept and the bathrooms were very clean.
The town of Goodland is not known as a tourist attraction by any means but they are hiding a secret there, and it resides within walking distance of the KOA. Take your camera and venture around the block from the campground to a quaint park with giant ( over 20 foot tall) easel. Atop that easel sits an equally oversized rendition of the Vangogh sunflower painting- fitting for Kansas.
So, if you missed the giant ball of twine further up the highway- be sure you check out what has to be the largest art piece in the lower 48!
GuideI stopped for just one night on my way to Colorado in a baby 13 foot travel trailer and they were kind enough to put me back in the corner so I could watch the beautiful Kansas Sunset, and away from the big rigs. Big clean, hot and free showers with good water pressure. 
LegendWe were on our way to Colorado, and since we were KOA Rewards members, we decided to stop at this KOA. As the proprietor told us, this campground was just a stopover for those passing through, and that is exactly how it felt. By the next morning, just about all of the other campers were gone. When we first got there, we went to our campsite which was supposed to have electricity and be close to water. It had neither. However, the guy we talked to was kind enough to let us move to a site with both since there weren’t that many other campers. One thing that I discovered about Kansas is that there aren’t many trees as the campgrounds, including this one. Fortunately, the night was cold and breezy, so the sun wasn’t uncomfortable. We built a fire in our little Solo stove to cook hot dogs, and the owner came over to ask if we had a fire. I showed him that it was in our portable Solo stove so it wouldn’t damage the ground. Apparently, ground fires are forbidden in the area, especially since Kansas gets very little rain. There are recreational opportunities, whether or not they get used. There is a swimming pool(which was closed), a basketball goal, and a playground. There is an interesting old house with a windmill next door, but it is on private property. It is, however, great for a photograph. Overall, it’s not too bad of a campground, but there’s not much to do. It is best for those who are passing through to other destinations.
GuideThere is not a lot to see on the flat western plains of Kansas and you would not see this state park either if you didn’t know it was there. This lake is like a sunken oasis of trees and water. The area itself was great! There’s even a few histoical sites to visit and it is close to Monument Rocks, which is what bought us to Kansas.
The campground, however, is just ok. Perhaps it would’ve been better if they had rain to green up the grass, but it was mostly brown in June when we camped there. They have a large selection of sites and on a Monday night in June, we had many choices available for tent camping. It appeared that most who camp here have an rv and those spaces looked about full. Thankfully, those are two different areas of the campground because they were packed into a parking lot style campground. The tent area probably would’ve looked packed in too since the sites are small, but with only a handful of tents, we had some space.
One thing that did limit our choice of sites was a LARGE herd of geese that covered all of the lakeside sites as well as the next row in. I didn’t want to set up in bird poop in the dry grass so the sites with a decent view were out. We did luck out and find site 2 of the Flatland area which was up above the water line so the geese couldn’t swim up and walk in. Site 2 had a great view of the lake and was set apart from the other sites along with site 1. Site 1 would’ve been the better site but it was occupied by a tent that appeared to have been abandoned. Site 2 was not level by any means, in fact it sloped quite a bit compared to the rest of the sites. There was no tent pads, which would’ve helped a lot for this site. We just set up so our heads would be at the high end and it worked. It was too nice of a view to let a bumpy sloping site stop us!
The campground has a host and everyone was quiet for the night. We slept pretty well, other than the high humidity of Kansas.
The bathhouse left a lot to be desired. A good cleaning to remove dead bugs would’ve went a long way. A fresh coat of paint would make it inviting. It looked like nobody had checked on its’ condition for many years. We were hoping to use the showers, but they were no cleaner and had an odd design with no doors or shower curtains. The lighting was very dim as well, making it all look a little too creepy for a shower there. A fresh coat of paint, brighter lighting, some shower curtains, and a good scrub down would make this facility SO much better! We also checked the other batthouse on the opposite side of the lake and it was the same way...only creepier because there was one lone rv camped near it.
Overall, I would not camp here again unless I read some reviews indicating the the bathhouse has been improved. It’s not a dealbreaker to not have a shower, but if this campground had been fuller, the geese all over the sites may have been. If you have an rv and pay for full hookups, you might like this campground. If you are tent camping, keep looking.
Camping near Winona, Kansas ranges from highway-adjacent locations to secluded state park settings at elevations averaging 3,000 feet. Western Kansas experiences temperature extremes with summer highs reaching 100°F and winter lows well below freezing. Most campgrounds in this region remain open year-round with limited seasonal operations from March through October.
Lake activities at Scott Lake: Circle Drive at Historic Lake Scott State Park offers water-based recreation options on a spring-fed lake. "We spent the hot part of the days kayaking in the lake. The boat house rents kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats but only on weekend," notes Shannon G. The park features multiple swimming areas with designated beaches during summer months.
Visit nearby geological formations: Located 15-20 miles from campgrounds, Monument Rocks and Little Jerusalem Badlands provide unique day trip opportunities. "There is no shortage of things to do. We will definitely return," reports Shannon G. from Circle Drive. These chalk formations rise dramatically from the plains, creating distinctive landscapes uncommon in Kansas.
Disc golf course: Historic Lake Scott State Park maintains a disc golf course open to visitors. One camper at Lakeview Campground mentions, "Great little campground. Water hydrant at all the sights in our little camp area. Lots of space at each site with table and fire pit." The course accommodates various skill levels with multiple tee positions.
On-site dining options: High Plains Camping receives positive reviews for its food services. "Great pizza and beer at a reasonable price," notes Felix S. Another camper, Kerry L., reports, "Restaurant next door and they have pizza and beer at the office." These dining options eliminate the need to prepare every meal while camping.
Quiet settings away from highway: While some campgrounds sit near interstate highways, others provide quieter environments. "Very small town and far enough off the hwy were noise wasn't a problem," mentions Kerry L. about High Plains Camping. For locations near highways, campers should expect occasional traffic noise, especially at night.
Clean shower facilities: Visitors consistently mention shower quality as important. At Goodland KOA, Jennifer O. found "shower house was exceptionally clean." Similarly, Kim N. at High Plains Camping appreciated "Big clean, hot and free showers with good water pressure." Most established campgrounds maintain shower facilities, though availability varies by season.
Goathead burrs present challenges: Several campgrounds report problems with goathead burrs affecting both humans and pets. At High Plains Camping, Jose D. warns, "Only downside is the goats head burs are present. Don't walk around barefoot you'll regret it." These sharp plant parts can puncture shoes, tent floors, and especially pet paws.
Limited amenities at primitive sites: Timber Canyon Campground offers more secluded options with fewer conveniences. "Primitive spaces had a picnic table and fire ring, and you'll likely find a little 'cove' all to yourself," reports Katie L. These sites typically lack water hookups, electricity, or nearby restrooms.
Weather considerations essential: Western Kansas experiences high winds and temperature extremes. Jennifer H. noted at High Plains Camping: "It's super breezy here in the high plains and they've got some trees to help cut it down but it's the high plains!" Storms can develop quickly, making weather monitoring important for tent campers especially.
Pool availability during summer months: Whistle Stop RV and Antiques and similar facilities offer swimming options. Jennifer H. mentions, "Comfortable pool" at High Plains Camping. Most pools operate seasonally from late May through early September, with varying schedules based on staffing.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds maintain playground equipment for younger visitors. Historic Lake Scott State Park features dedicated play areas near campgrounds. Shannon G. noted the park has "lots of historic places in the park that we visited and hiking trails."
Bathroom proximity considerations: When camping with children, bathroom location matters. At Lakeview Campground, Megan C. cautions, "This particular site would be difficult for family with young children because it is far away from the pit toilet." Research bathroom locations when selecting sites with children.
Levelness varies by location: RV campers should prepare for potentially uneven sites. At Mid-America Camp Inn, Larry M. found "level concrete pads and some trees." However, at Lakeview Campground, Leslie B. reported, "Not very level where I was." Most campgrounds offer limited leveling assistance.
Full hookup availability: Multiple campgrounds provide complete RV services. Josh R. describes Mid-America Camp Inn as having "Level concrete pads, fhu [full hookups]." Sites with water, electric, and sewer connections typically cost $5-10 more than partial hookup sites. Reservation systems usually specify available hookup types.
Pet-friendly considerations: For pet owners traveling by RV, most campgrounds permit animals with standard restrictions. Whistle Stop RV sites accommodate pets but require leashing in common areas. Check campground rules regarding maximum number of pets and designated exercise areas before arrival.
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