Seasonal RV camping near Buckner, Missouri provides camping options within 15-20 miles of town, with several parks remaining open year-round while others operate on seasonal schedules. The terrain around Buckner is relatively flat with an elevation around 800 feet, creating easy access for most RVs regardless of size. Winter temperatures typically range from 20-40°F while summer months can reach 85-95°F with moderate humidity.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: 5 minutes from sites at Lake Paradise Resort where visitors can enjoy catch-and-release fishing in multiple small lakes. "The campground is all paved and perfect for scooters and bikes for the kids," notes Jennifer H. about nearby Worlds of Fun Village.
Theme park access: Adjacent location at Worlds of Fun Village provides special perks. "The theme park offered discounted tickets when staying at the campground and parking for the parks was included. Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun are internally connected, making it easy to walk between the two," shares John L.
Historic attractions: 10-minute drive from Campus RV Park to downtown Independence. "Independence has some cool stuff to check out and has a very midwestern, small-town feel to it, even though it is basically a suburb of the greater Kansas City area. There is a lot of charm and some interesting architecture in the immediate area. The Truman Library, the Community of Christ Church, the downtown theater and court house are all interesting and worth a look," according to Shari G.
What campers like
Convenient self-service registration: No office check-in needed at some locations. "Payment is self serve, no reservations. Couldn't get WiFi to work but cell connection (T-Mobile) was fine," reports Phil R. about Mayview RV Park, which offers full hookups for just $20 per night.
Specialty shops: On-site stores with unique offerings. "Cheese store closed just as we checked in but it looks awesome," notes Jan S. about Owl Creek Market and RV Park. Another visitor added, "Great camp store with selections of sausage and cheese. Also, small selection of wine."
Pool facilities: Summer swimming options at multiple parks. "The pool is the best thing there everything else is rundown and out dated," says Chad Z. about Lake Paradise Resort. At Basswood Country RV Resort, Angela C. shares, "My kids did get some pool time (it was a nice pool) and loved the blob (whatever you call the bounce pads)."
What you should know
Highway and railroad noise: Varying sound levels impact certain parks more than others. "Noise. Mostly from the highway, but also trains and air traffic. Situated between two neighborhoods, the highway, and an RV dealership. Did I mention noise?" warns Kris M. about Trailside RV Park.
Site spacing considerations: Proximity varies between campgrounds. "It's a little tight but the staff is very nice," mentioned about Trailside RV Park in the existing description, while at Walnut Grove RV Park, Justin G. notes, "Spacing is a little tight and the surrounding views are meh at best. Being right off Johnson Drive, there is considerable road noise."
Urban vs. rural options: Location trade-offs affect experience. "This isn't our typical 'go to' type campground; we stopped here because we were having some trouble with our truck and needed to have it looked over before heading out further west. The RV park is really close to downtown Independence, Missouri and has everything we needed for the night," explains Shari G. about Campus RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Entertainment options: Kids activities available at specific parks. "Super cute big facility. Built on a hillside adjacent to the amusement and water park. The camp ground pool is huge and fun for the kids on non park days," reports Jennifer H. about Worlds of Fun Village.
Playground access: Multiple options for younger children. "We went to a movie outside there and fireworks for Memorial Day weekend," shares erica B. about Lake Paradise Resort, adding, "The place looks great and has had some great up keeps. The ice cream shop is so cute and the restaurant is going."
Budget-friendly stays: Small town locations offer lower rates. "Stayed here for 2 weeks, clean cut and straight forward park. Functions like a campsite with a registration box. Can't beat $20 a night for full hookup. Small park right next to it that the kids enjoyed," describes Rocio C. about Mayview RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection priorities: Request specific areas when possible. "Row 1 (sites 1-20) is along a busy highway with semi truck noise 24 hours a day. I recommend either paying more for the pull-through (further from the road) or the back in sites 69-82 in row 3," advises John L. about Worlds of Fun Village.
Security considerations: Variable safety measures exist across parks. "Security was disappointing, as there was no gate to the campground, nor a gate around it. So our campsite (site 2) that backed up to the road was 10 feet off the public sidewalk. Reviews of this campsite on other websites mentioned some petty theft, so we kept our outdoor compartments locked (nothing was stolen)," warns John L.
Premium site benefits: Worth the upgrade at many locations. "Pay more for the pull through you'll have tons of parking even if your rig is big. Our rig is 44 ft and we parked two 2500's on the pad no problem," suggests E C. about Basswood Country RV Resort, which offers a variety of site types.
