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Owl's Nest Campground

Owl's Nest Campground provides full hookups for RVs up to 50 feet at this small, well-maintained facility just off Interstate 70 in Junction City. The campground operates year-round with both pull-through and back-in sites arranged in a half-circle layout on asphalt surfaces. Reservations can be made online, and contactless check-in accommodates late arrivals.

The property features mature trees that provide shade during Kansas summers, though multiple campers note the constant noise from the adjacent interstate and highway traffic. Sites include full electric, water, and sewer connections, with level parking spots that make setup straightforward. Clean restrooms and showers serve the campground, along with laundry facilities and WiFi access.

Cody describes the setup as "water and electric on site and easy pull through parking spots" with a "clean bathroom and shower," though notes it's "not very quiet considering the interstate is right next to it." The location works well for overnight stops, with several reviewers mentioning its convenience for highway travelers. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates accommodate different stay lengths.

Campers seeking additional overnight options can explore camping near Junction City or nearby Golden Wheat Budget Host and RV Park for comparison. The campground serves as a practical base for accessing Fort Riley or Junction City area attractions.

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Map & DirectionsOwl's Nest Campground is located in Kansas near Junction City

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Directions

From I-70 (east or west): Take exit 295 US-77/KS-18 W. Go South on US-77 for approx. 100 yards. Turn right (WEST) on Old Highway 40. Owl's Nest Campground is on the right hand side of the road just past Champions Car Wash and AA Self Storage. Just a few minutes from Fort Riley military base.

Address

1912 Old Highway 40
Junction City, KS 66441

Coordinates

38.99763899 N
96.86411028 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group
Cabins
Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
WiFi
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Reservations

+17852380778

Drive Time

16 min from Manhattan, KS
51 min from Topeka, KS
1 hr 12 min from Lawrence, KS
1 hr 42 min from Wichita, KS

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Reviews6 Camper Reviews - Owl's Nest Campground

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Many campers appreciated the well-maintained sites, full hookups, and friendly owners at this conveniently located park. Road noise from the nearby interstate was a consistent concern across reviews.

Daniel L.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2024

One Week Acceptable

Reserve online, reasonably priced. One week stay in this little park, close to Junction City and Fort Riley. Full hookups in pull- thru half circle asphalt tar or back-in sites. Close to Hwy 70 with some noise. Laundry/shower area available.

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Debbie S.

Guide

Reviewed May. 30, 2021

Quaint, well maintained campground

This campground is Small, but a well laid out campground. They have daily, weekly and monthly rates. There are Full hook ups, pull thru and back in sites, so it’s convenient no matter what you are driving. They nice level spots and definitely well maintained. A m Is quite a bit of shade, which is nice in the Kansas heat once summer rolls around.

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Cody

Traveler

Reviewed Dec. 28, 2020

Quick and easy

Quick, easy, and inexpensive stay right off the interstate. Water and electric on site and easy pull through parking spots. Clean bathroom and shower. Not very quiet considering the interstate is right next to it.

Kelsey R.

Guide

Reviewed Nov. 24, 2020

Quick and easy stay

It was super easy to pull off the highway and stay for the evening. We called late, about 11pm and they were great over the phone and just had a slip we filled out the next morning. I wasn’t sure where to bathrooms were and it was late so it was hard to find where they were. There was road noise and what seemed like construction but it was dark enough and right off the highway for a quick stay.

Jenifer L.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 29, 2020

Lots of trees but noisy

I would give this place 3.5 stars for the visual atmosphere, however, given the noise levels from the interstate and highway, I can't give it four. It has lots of trees but they don't seem to do much to block the constant noise. I did like the contactless check-in. I would stay here again for one night in a pinch but would not enjoy being here long-term.