Camping areas near Greenwood, Missouri sit within the Osage Plains, with elevations averaging 850-900 feet above sea level. The region experiences humid continental climate with hot summers reaching 90°F and cold winters that can drop below freezing. Most campgrounds in the area remain open year-round but experience higher occupancy from May through September when temperatures are most favorable for outdoor activities.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Paradise Resort provides multiple fishing ponds without requiring a license. "There are several ponds you can fish from. My kids love that," notes one visitor who found the fishing access particularly convenient for family trips.
Stadium events: Campus RV Park in Independence offers strategic camping for sports fans. "Just 30 minutes to downtown Kansas City and maybe 15 minutes to arrowhead stadium, this campground is ideal for being close to everything that Kansas City offers," mentions Wendy T.
Historical sites: Basswood Country RV Resort connects campers with presidential history. "As a point of interest, this used to be a favorite fishing spot of President Harry S. Truman, check out the Mother in Law cabin—built at his request," shares a reviewer who appreciated the historical significance.
What campers like
Swimming facilities: Worlds of Fun Village features extensive water amenities. "The pool is huge and fun for the kids on non park days. The campground is all paved and perfect for scooters and bikes for the kids," according to Jennifer H.
Cheese and wine: Owl Creek Market and RV Park offers specialty food options on-site. "The cheese shop is very well appointed and included some lovely local wines which was a life saver as it was too hot to cook. Wine is a major food group, right??" reports one visitor who found the market essential during summer heat.
Clean facilities: Mayview RV Park maintains well-kept amenities at budget prices. "Clean cut and straightforward park. Can't beat $20 a night for full hookup. Small park right next to it that the kids enjoyed," reports a camper who stayed for two weeks.
What you should know
Train noise: Multiple campgrounds experience railroad disruption. "Nice campground and great staff. Trains nearby can be load with their horns but it's close to airport which was necessity for me," notes Wayne B. who stayed at Campus RV Park.
Airport proximity: Basswood Country RV Resort sits under flight paths. "The campground is on the final approach for the airport, so you get to see a lot planes flying overhead, which you don't even notice cause they are quieter than they used to be, and I think they shut down flights around 10pm," explains a repeat visitor.
Off-season benefits: Several campgrounds offer advantages during shoulder seasons. "Stopped here on our way south for spring break. The amusement park was not open yet, so the campground area was relatively quiet and the price for full hookups was not bad," shares a camper at Worlds of Fun Village.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Basswood Country RV Resort schedules regular entertainment. "Every weekend there are 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," reports a grandparent who visits regularly with family.
Swimming options: Lake Paradise Resort provides water recreation from spring through fall. "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," describes a visitor who noted the pool access was included with camping fees.
Animal encounters: Several parks offer wildlife viewing opportunities. "Kids found tons of frogs and snails to play with," shares a visitor at Lake Paradise Resort who appreciated the natural exploration possibilities for children.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Walnut Grove RV Park offers premium spots for larger rigs. "We did pay for the premium pull through site, so we had more room. Everything worked great, the spot was on a slight hill- but wasn't terrible to level out," advises an RVer who found the upgrade worthwhile.
Internet access: RV sites near Greenwood, Missouri vary in connectivity quality. "I like the location it's close to where I was working and close to downtown so lots of things to do in the area. The Wi-Fi is working well as I am working online from this location," reports a digital nomad staying at Walnut Grove RV Park.
Space considerations: Campus RV Park offers concrete pads but limited spacing. "Only drawback is all the sirens, all night and day. And the manager of the campground is fairly rude. He has asked me no less than three times what I was doing here," notes a long-term RVer who otherwise rated the park highly despite these issues.
