Mature trees line the loop roads at Blue Springs Lake Campground, a Jackson County facility set within Fleming Park on the eastern edge of the Kansas City metro. Sites vary considerably: some gravel, some concrete pads, some with generous yard space and others close enough to neighbors that privacy depends on where you land. Shade is uneven across the campground, and several reviewers note that many sites sit exposed, which can make summer afternoons warm. The campground runs from mid-May through early September, so heat is a real factor worth planning around.
Water access is the main draw here. Blue Springs Lake sits adjacent to the campground, with a marina, boat launch, and rental boats available nearby. Fishing and swimming are common activities, though as one reviewer notes, "don't be tricked by the name, the water is not blue by any means." Anglers report decent fishing, and the lake sees regular boat traffic during summer weekends. Trails for walking and biking connect the campground to the broader park.
Full hookups are available, including electric, water, and sewer, along with a dump station. A bathhouse with showers and laundry is on-site, though reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with some visits earning praise and others noting maintenance gaps. Campers with large rigs report that site 29 and similar back-in spots are workable for a 40-foot fifth wheel, though the check-in area runs tight. MickandKarla W. notes that "water pressure was decent" and that Verizon and T-Mobile each pulled three bars, despite no campground WiFi. Most sites have satellite sightlines except a few on the north perimeter.
Highway noise is audible from some sites, and the campground requires firewood purchased on-site, sold by the bundle. Ticks have been flagged as a concern during spring and early summer. Reservations are accepted and recommended for summer weekends. Campers staging a longer trip through the region can browse campgrounds just outside Blue Springs for additional context on the area. Book early for summer stays, and bring leveling blocks since a number of sites slope toward the road.
Description
Blue Springs Campground features modern facilities and is located only 5 minutes from Blue Springs Lake. Some of the amenities include:
Attendant
Fire Grill
Firewood - $7/bucket (outside firewood is not permitted)
Laundry
Picnic Table
Playground
Restrooms
Showers
Premiere - Full Hookup with Concrete Pad: 29 sites
Full Hookup: 16 sites
Electric: 23 sites
Electric and Water: 13 sites
Total: 81 sites
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Map & DirectionsBlue Springs Lake Campground is located in Missouri near Blue Springs
Coordinates
39.01012904 N
94.34834867 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 21 usersLast on 8/6/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/11/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 8/6/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 21 usersLast on 8/6/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/11/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 8/6/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- 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
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 14 min from Kansas City, MO
- 46 min from Lawrence, KS
- 58 min from St. Joseph, MO
- 1 hr 7 min from Topeka, KS


































