Campers looking to access Kanopolis Reservoir will find this Army Corps of Engineers campground on the outflow side of the lake. The site provides electrical and water hookups with clean restroom facilities that include showers. While direct lake access isn't available from the campground itself, the main reservoir sits just a short distance away for fishing and water activities.
Cell phone coverage remains limited in the area, so plan accordingly for communication needs. The campground tends to stay relatively uncrowded, even during peak weekend periods in fall. For additional camping options in the region, explore campgrounds near Kanopolis Recreation Area. Reservations are accepted and pets are welcome at all sites.
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Location
Public CampgroundRiverside - Kanopolis Reservoir is located in Kansas
Coordinates
38.60700065 N
97.96200028 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/13/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 23 min from Manhattan, KS
- 1 hr 23 min from Wichita, KS
- 2 hrs from Topeka, KS
- 2 hrs 19 min from Lawrence, KS
