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St. Francis City Campground, near St. Francis, Kansas, is a solid choice for those looking for a convenient and budget-friendly camping experience. This spot offers free camping for tents and RVs, with a $25 fee if you want to hook up to electric and water.

The campground features basic amenities like showers and restrooms, which some visitors found to be a bit worn but still functional. One camper mentioned, “It was a hot, free shower after days on the road, so I thought it was great.” The grassy sites provide a comfortable place to set up, although shade can be limited.

If you’re in the mood for a quick bite or supplies, you’re in luck—Pizza Hut and Dollar General are just a short walk away. The campground is also conveniently located off Highway 36, making it an easy stop for travelers. While it can get a bit windy at night, many campers appreciated the peaceful atmosphere, especially when they were the only ones around.

With a three-day limit on stays, it’s perfect for a quick pit stop or a brief getaway. Whether you’re passing through or looking to unwind for a bit, St. Francis City Campground has what you need for a comfortable stay.

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Location

St. Francis City Campground is located in Kansas

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Directions

South side of Hwy 36, behind new firehouse

Coordinates

39.7660845 N
101.80227767 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jul. 17, 2024

Great free camping with showers, bathrooms and near restaurants and stores

This is a great free camping site in western Kansas right off 36 Hwy. Free for tents and RV’s if you boondock. $25 fee to hookup to electric and water. Shower house and bathrooms were a little run down, but worked just the same as a 5 star hotel. Pizza Hut, Dollar General and gas stations within walking distance. Our stay was quiet and we were the only campers. Right behind the city public works facility so there was some noise and traffic there but not at all annoying.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of St. Francis City Campground by Gary S., July 17, 2024
  • Review photo of St. Francis City Campground by Gary S., July 17, 2024
  • Review photo of St. Francis City Campground by Gary S., July 17, 2024
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Reviewed Jun. 30, 2024

Safe camping in established space

I loved this spot. It was a Hail Mary when road tripping without much else around! There are men’s and women’s showers/bathrooms, but there were dead crickets everywhere and didn’t seem to be well maintained (no shower curtain either). That said, it was a hot, free shower after days on the road, so I thought it was great. Lots of flat land and several spots. Very very windy at night.

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jul. 15, 2023

Great Drive By Stop

Great stop for a night! We got in superblayw, after dark, and felt totally comfortable setting up. Bathroom and showers are convenient too!

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Aug. 26, 2022

Bathrooms not horrid but could be better

Nice water & elec hook ups. Grassy sites. Very little shade. Dropbox for fees but no fees posted.; Internet said $25/ night so that’s what we paid. Rest rooms not overly clean. Two showers and two toilets on each side (men’s & women’s). No doors/ curtains on toilets or showers.

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Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Sep. 11, 2020

Nice

I stayed here on my first night in Kansas. The campground is nicely tucked away from the Main Highway. The bathrooms were clean and I got a free shower! I got here in the evening and there were plenty of spaces. I think there might have been two other campers. If you’re a bit road weary and need a place to crash I would recommend this spot.

Reviewed Aug. 31, 2020

Free camping at city park

Nice little park, shelters, fairly level grassy sites. Next to municiple airport, had a plane land and take off again around 23:30, otherwise it was quiet. Restrooms and showers were totally acceptable for the price charged (free with no electric or water hookups)

  • Review photo of St. Francis City Campground by Brian F., August 31, 2020
  • Review photo of St. Francis City Campground by Brian F., August 31, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does St. Francis City Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, St. Francis City Campground has water hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at St. Francis City Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at St. Francis City Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does St. Francis City Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, St. Francis City Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at St. Francis City Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.