Best Equestrian Camping near Kansas City, MO

Some of the best camping in Missouri can be found on the state’s western border near Kansas City, MO. The city is famous for jazz and BBQ, but fishing and nature trails are close by. You can find campsites for tents and recreational vehicles in the woods, on the city's edge, or in the city with downtown views. Campgrounds in the area offer swimming, stores stocked with camping supplies, amenities needed for RVs, and comfortable cabins or lodges. And Kansas City is only a two and a half hour drive from Lake of the Ozarks in central Missouri.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Kansas City, Missouri (13)

    1. Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    19 Reviews
    Lee's Summit, MO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 503-4805

    "Nice little campground tucked away just outside Kansas City. Close to everything but far enough that it’s still really camping. Cell service on AT&T and Verizon are great."

    "Just a walk away from a beautiful lake and your stay here is a perfect get away from the city lights!"

    2. Crow's Creek Campground

    27 Reviews
    Smithville, MO
    21 miles
    Website

    "We live near Crow’s Creek, and enjoy making spur of the moment camping trips here throughout the year. There are many spacious tent sites with great views of the lake."

    "We love taking our horses to Crows creek, there is an amazing barn with stalls and it’s withing viewing distance of your camper/tent so you don’t have to worry."

    3. Weston Bend State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Weston, MO
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 640-5443

    $12 - $48 / night

    "attractions: hiking. biking. close to Kansas City (40 minutes) I would go camping here again."

    "The site is long but has a 1/4 moon turn so we had to pull back around to get better positioned on the pad so we could disconnect our 39’ 5th wheel and F450 for our 3-night stay."

    4. Watkins Mill State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Excelsior Springs, MO
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 580-3387

    $12 - $42 / night

    "There's a lake but it's not anything to brag about, and the swimming beach is closed often due to bacteria in the lake."

    "Watkins mill SP is located a short distance from Kansas City off I-35 near Kearney. The park has a large lake that you can fish and boat as well as multiple hiking options."

    5. Camp Branch Campground

    15 Reviews
    Smithville, MO
    22 miles
    Website

    "Pleasant campground, very nice lake. I camp with kids from infant through 18 and hot showers and decent bathrooms are a must for us. Close to Smithville Missouri."

    "The bike trail is about 3 steps away from our site. only downside is it is only electric hookups. ( only a downside if you are a travel trailer/rv)"

    6. Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

    10 Reviews
    Smithville, MO
    21 miles
    Website

    "Close to Kansas City so it makes a great quick getaway. Clean, friendly, and right next to Smithville Lake. Our pick for a short trip."

    "These RV spots have great shade, are spaced nicely apart, and are a quick walk to the lake! Amazing sunsets!

    You can rent a boat for a half day or full day with advanced notice!"

    7. Wallace State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Cameron, MO
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 632-3745

    "Quaint campground an hour outside of Kansas City. Beautiful fall foliage. The last weekend in October they have a lot of great activities for kids. Pumpkin Carving games."

    "Great MO state park, close to the city with easy access to 35 N. Trails, lakes, camping, great spot! If you don’t want/need electric, try campground 1, the spots are tucked into the trees."

    8. Russell Crites Primitive — Hillsdale State Park

    12 Reviews
    Hillsdale, KS
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (913) 783-4507

    "This is one thing that should be mandatory given its proximity and being further away from potential shelter. Excellent camping on the lake. Lots of water activities available."

    "This campground is close to home for us, but we love it as a quick get away.  It has beautiful, tree-covered campsites that offer direct access to the lake. "

    9. Saddle Ridge Campground

    2 Reviews
    Hillsdale, KS
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (913) 594-3600

    $10 - $24 / night

    "Lots of riding trail miles and lake."

    10. Perry State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Meriden, KS
    49 miles
    Website

    "Nice state park on the lake can be crowded and a little crazy on weekends.  Like most state parks no sewer hookups but easy access to dump station"

    "Only complaint, cold shower in facility near marina. I would recommend a spot closer to marina if you're not In an RV. We were a rooftop tent and could heat distant trains all night."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Kansas City, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Kansas City, MO is Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park with a 3.8-star rating from 19 reviews.

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