Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA operates year-round just outside Lawrence, accommodating RVs up to 65 feet with full hookups alongside tent sites that include water and electric connections. The campground sits close enough to active train tracks that locomotives pass every 20-30 minutes throughout the night, with horns audible across all camping areas. Angie S. notes the facility "is clean and well kept," though several reviewers mention the frequent train noise as a significant factor in their stay.
Sites pack closely together with limited privacy between neighbors. Tent campers face particular challenges with uneven ground on some sites and minimal shade coverage across the camping areas. The shower facilities feature notably small changing areas that reviewers estimate at roughly 18 by 24 inches. Myron C. points out "the good things about the sites are that they have water and electricity" along with night lights and device charging stations at each spot.
Family amenities include a swimming pool, playground, and dog park where pets can exercise off-leash. The bathhouse receives consistent praise for cleanliness, though accessibility features are limited with spring-loaded doors and steps at entrances. Laundry facilities operate on-site for longer stays. Staff members earn frequent mentions for helpfulness and friendly service throughout the check-in process and during visits.
The campground serves as a convenient highway stop for travelers, positioned about 35-40 minutes from Kansas City. Sites remain level for most RV setups, though tent campers should inspect their assigned spot for tire ruts or uneven ground before setting up. Reservations are available for guaranteed placement during busy travel seasons.
For additional camping options in the area, Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Kansas City sits less than half a mile southeast. Pack earplugs if you're sensitive to nighttime noise from passing freight trains.
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Location
Public CampgroundKansas City West-Lawrence KOA is located in Kansas
Directions
Exit 204 off I-70, go 0.5 mile north on 59, one-eighth mile east on 24/40
Address
1473 Highway 40
Lawrence, KS 66044
Coordinates
38.9982306 N
95.22884497 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 4/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/28/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
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
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 min from Lawrence, KS
- 22 min from Topeka, KS
- 30 min from Kansas City, MO
- 58 min from St. Joseph, MO
