RV parks near Liberty, Missouri range from basic overnight stops to full-service resorts with extensive amenities. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 800-1,000 feet above sea level in rolling Missouri countryside. During summer months, temperatures typically reach 85-95°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder camping conditions between 60-75°F.
What to do
Amusement park access: Worlds of Fun Village provides discounted tickets and included parking for the adjacent theme parks. "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," notes reviewer John L.
Swimming options: Several RV parks feature swimming pools for cooling off during hot Missouri summers. At Lake Paradise Resort, the pool stands out as a highlight. "The pool is renovated and very nice. It is very large, zero entry, up to mostly around 5 ft deep with a small area that was 9ft; there is a children's area with a sprinkler," reports Julie B.
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer fishing ponds or lake access within walking distance of campsites. Basswood Country RV Resort provides multiple fishing opportunities. "You could fish in the lakes and didn't even need a license. We watched kids get excited as they caught fish after fish," notes Shannon G.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention well-maintained bathrooms and showers as important amenities. "Modern, very clean shower/toilet facility" was highlighted about Campus RV Park in reviews. At Walnut Grove RV Park, visitors appreciate the "clean restrooms, and a nice little shop."
Proximity to Kansas City: Many campers value the convenient location for exploring Kansas City attractions. One reviewer at Walnut Grove RV Park noted it's "close to where I was working and close to downtown so lots of things to do in the area." Another camper at Campus RV Park mentioned it's "great little spot right in downtown Indep. Only drawback is all the sirens, all night and day."
Staff friendliness: Helpful staff makes a big difference, especially for first-time visitors. At Walnut Grove RV Park, reviewers consistently mention the staff: "Mark and Kyle at Walnut Grove could not have been more friendly and accommodating when we called to try to reserve a spot."
What you should know
Site spacing: Many RV parks in the Liberty area feature compact sites with limited privacy. At Owl Creek Market and RV Park, "sites are very close but each has a grass strip." A reviewer noted about Walnut Grove RV Park: "For the price to stay here, I would have liked a little more room/privacy."
Noise considerations: Highway and urban noise affects several campgrounds. Trailside RV Park has "noise. Mostly from the highway, but also trains and air traffic," according to one camper. Even at Basswood Country RV Resort, there are occasional disruptions: "Not too far from KCI and planes making their final decent fly right over top."
Long-term residents: Some parks primarily house long-term campers rather than vacation travelers. At Stadium RV Park, "it appeared that most of the occupants were full time." Similarly, at Basswood Country RV Resort, a reviewer observed "a large section of long term renters that you must drive through to get to the short term sites."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access for kids: Swimming pools provide essential summer entertainment for families. At Basswood Country RV Resort, "the campground provides amenities that are great for entertaining children, including a swimming pool and splash park, two playgrounds, a basketball goal, and fishing."
Planned activities: Some campgrounds offer organized events for children. Basswood Country RV Resort features "organized activities such as arts and crafts, fishing contests, duck races and frozen t-shirt contests in the pool, and a Saturday evening outdoor movie."
Kid-friendly terrain: Consider site location for bicycle riding or scooter use. At Worlds of Fun Village, "the campground is all paved and perfect for scooters and bikes for the kids" according to Jennifer H.
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Several campgrounds have uneven sites requiring careful setup. At Trailside RV Park, sites can be "a little tight" according to reviewers. At Lake Paradise Resort, "the sites are old and not very level and difficult to maneuver."
Site selection strategy: Choose specific site numbers for the best experience. At Worlds of Fun Village, "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," advises reviewer E C.
Registration processes: Many parks offer efficient check-in procedures. At Owl Creek Market and RV Park, "we were met by Gary as we pulled in. Office was getting ready to close at 7 pm. He took me straight there in his golfcart. Got us checked in and then escorted us to our site."
