RV sites near Kansas City, Missouri typically feature both pull-through and back-in configurations with a variety of site surfaces including gravel, concrete, and grass options. Sites within 30 miles of downtown Kansas City range from tightly spaced urban parks to more spacious lakeside locations. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F while spring and fall bring milder weather with occasional severe thunderstorms requiring weather awareness for campers.
What to do
Visit the amusement parks: Worlds of Fun Village offers direct access to adjacent theme parks with special benefits for campers. "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 one Worlds of Fun Village visitor.
Explore historical sites: The Independence area contains significant historical attractions within a 10-minute drive of local campgrounds. "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," shares a reviewer at Campus RV Park.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer stocked fishing ponds for guests, often without requiring fishing licenses. "You could fish in the lakes and didn't even need a license. We watched kids get excited as they caught fish after fish," reports a visitor to Basswood Country RV Resort.
What campers like
Shade coverage: The tree cover at several sites provides relief during hot summer months. "There are nice spots right by the lakes with big trees for shade. Roads going up higher past us were a little rough but made for great walks with kids," notes a visitor to Lake Paradise Resort.
Viewing opportunities: Some sites offer unexpected views of Kansas City landmarks. "Easy walk to Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, with some back-in sites offering tremendous views of downtown KC. Kids loved the fireworks at Worlds of Fun in the evenings, and could be seen from our pad," explains a camper at Worlds of Fun Village.
Local food options: Many campgrounds feature small stores or food service 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," mentions a camper at Owl Creek Market RV Park.
What you should know
Road noise levels: Highway proximity affects the noise level at several campgrounds. "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 a visitor to Worlds of Fun Village.
Airport flight paths: Several campgrounds lie under flight paths for Kansas City International Airport. "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 be, and I think they shut down flights around 10pm," states a Basswood Country RV Resort camper.
Neighborhood settings: Many RV parks near Kansas City are situated within residential or commercial areas. "On the way in the neighborhood itself did not seem very likely to hold an RV park this close to urban areas. But the place is nice, has Laundry, Showers etc," reports a camper at Campus RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming pool access: Pool facilities provide valuable summer recreation for families. "The camp ground 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," writes a visitor at Worlds of Fun Village.
Playground facilities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. "This campground is a must for anyone with children. Awesome sites with full hook ups. They have several ponds you can fish from. My kids love that. Nice play area for kids as well," notes a visitor at Basswood Country RV Resort.
Seasonal activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular weekend 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," mentions another Basswood visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Premium sites offer better space and privacy compared to standard sites. "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 a Mayview RV Park visitor.
Reservation timing: Availability varies significantly by season and day of week. "We reserve our days in advance and if we need to cancel we just change our reservation to a different date with no fees," notes a visitor at Worlds of Fun Village.
Budget-friendly options: Low-cost RV sites exist within driving distance of Kansas City. "Can't beat $20 a night for full hookup. Small park right next to it that the kids enjoyed. 20 sites total but less than half were occupied," states a Mayview RV Park reviewer.
