Kanopolis State Park serves equestrians with trail access adjacent to the Sandyshore Campground area, where horse owners can camp with their animals while exploring the extensive trail system. The paths wind through diverse Kansas terrain including wooded areas and open prairie. Campsites accommodate various setup preferences with options for tent, RV, cabin, and yurt camping. Sites typically include picnic tables and fire rings, with drinking water and electrical hookups available at most locations. The campground maintains showers and toilet facilities for visitors. Trails remain well-maintained even during busy periods, with fireflies illuminating the grounds during summer evenings.
Horse trailers find adequate parking space at designated areas near trailheads at several Kansas state parks and recreational areas. Winfield City Lake provides camping access for equestrians with multiple camping loops situated around the shoreline. Some locations require advance reservations while others operate on a first-come basis. Water availability for horses varies by location, with some campgrounds offering designated horse watering areas separate from human drinking water sources. Riders should verify current trail conditions before arrival as seasonal factors affect accessibility. Campground hosts at Banner Creek and other facilities often provide helpful information about local riding routes, with many maintaining knowledge about the best horse-friendly trails nearby.
$21 - $22 / night
"Boat access for fishing but it's a no wake lake Rv spots fill up quickly so reserve ahead of time.
Lots of walk up sites available
Equestrian and hiking trails
Historical sites"
"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."
$10 / night
"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."
$10 - $110 / night
"This was one of our favorite Kansas State Parks. At the end of May, it was almost empty. We had our pick of sites. We got a prime tree shaded spot on the water."
"The COE has done an admirable job developing this lakeside area for plentiful campsites and decent shade. The showers and facilities were clean and maintained well."
$10 - $21 / night
"My husband, our 2 dogs, and I stayed at the Equestrian Loop. We pulled in our PUP for a night sleep."
"We stayed in the equestrian loop. All but a couple primitive sites are back-in. The layout of the fire rings, grills and picnic tables are all weird..."
"Fairly clean bathrooms that are very close to this site."
"Nice lake."
"Nice state park on the lake can be crowded and a little crazy on weekends. Like most state parks no sewer hookups but easy access to dump station"
"Only complaint, cold shower in facility near marina. I would recommend a spot closer to marina if you're not In an RV. We were a rooftop tent and could heat distant trains all night."
"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!"
"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."
$50 / night
"All gravel and rock park surrounded by grass. Long, wide pull through sites plus a row of back ins."
"This campground is located just 10 minutes from Liberal where you have access to everything you might need. Some people on previous posts complained about the WIFI but I had no issues."
$10 - $95 / night
"Then realized we had found one of the nest places in Kansas! We got a perfect camp spot all to ourselves. It was not necessarily private or in the woods. But we were right up against the lake."
"The fire pit in our spot was up next to the shoreline where we didn’t want it so we built one with a hole and rocks. It did get a bit windy but we put the Jeep behind us so that blocked some wind."
$10 / night
"This campground is close to home for us, but we love it as a quick get away. It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. "
"We often find ourselves in a field with port-a-potties instead of lakeside with views. Not bad for what it is, I do wish they had more options."
GuideI stayed at Doud Campground inside the state park. It was a peaceful site facing the lake, with a few hay bales and a well maintained trail.
September was a good month to stay because it was cooler outside. I recommend using the bathhouse facilities at BlackJack campground right next to Doud as they are more updated.
TravelerLate night last minute stop on the way to Denver had self pay card machines, very easy and convenient. Quiet, peaceful, clean campground with well maintained grass and fire pit areas. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Deer and coyote wandered around calmly. Beautiful lake view! Self pay site makes for easy check-in for late arrivals or last minute stops.
GuideWe stayed labor day and was the only one arounds
GuideWe stayed at this campground overnight while we were traveling west. The site was easy to access and very quite.
GuideWe stayed at this campground overnight while we were traveling west. It was easy to get into the campground. It was nice and quite.
GuideBeautiful surroundings. Very clean park. Convenient restroom and shower facilities.
ScoutPretty nice campground, decently large, has showers, a small store open from time to time, and a swimmers beach
GuideI got here on a Sunday in July and there are lots of open sites around me, which makes it a great place to camp. There are lots of folks enjoying the water and the deer and lightning bugs are out. Yay. Campground hosts are nice, bathhouses are clean, and there is ice and wood - of course I cannot understand why folks are sitting by a fire when it is 92 degrees and humid as hell, but whatever!
TravelerThis campground is one of the best I’ve ever been to. I even learned that it made National Geographic’s top 20 campgrounds you can’t miss and I can see why. We pulled up to our campsite and it was very spacious with lots of grass and space between sites. Getting into the park was super easy. There is no gate or gate code needed since it is open 24/7 (confirmed with park service). You can come at any time of day, there is an honor system where you can pay $5 per vehicle and $20 a campsite if you come by needing somewhere to stay for the night. It seems like every site had a beautiful view of the canyon and lake the camp was situated in. There is a bathhouse with showers and bathrooms but you have to drive to it it is about .25 miles from the sites. There is a playground for kids, fishing, a camp store. Vault bathrooms closer to the groups of sites. The weather was so ideal when we visited in June of this year. I would definitely come back to visit.
Horse camping in Kansas offers a unique opportunity to explore the state's beautiful landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine companions. With a variety of well-reviewed spots, equestrian enthusiasts can find the perfect place to set up camp.
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