Best Glamping near Lee's Summit, MO

Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park and Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA house comfortable glamping accommodations near Lee's Summit, a welcome alternative to traditional camping. These sites offer climate-controlled structures with proper bedding, electricity, and some with private facilities. Lake Jacomo provides an elevated camping experience set in a peaceful wooded setting, while the KOA features deluxe accommodations with resort-style amenities. According to a camper, "The bathrooms are the nicest campground bathrooms I've ever used - large, clean, and not communal, so you get a sink, toilet, and shower all to yourself." Both locations offer the comforts of home while still providing an outdoor experience, with options ranging from canvas glamping tents to more substantial structures that include comfortable furniture, heating, and cooling systems.

On-site activities at these glamping resorts include fishing at Lake Jacomo, hiking on nearby trails, and enjoying the convenience of being close to Kansas City attractions. The KOA features amenities like a swimming pool during warmer months, two fenced dog parks, and a market for supplies. Watkins Mill State Park Campground, slightly further from Lee's Summit, offers additional glamping options with access to water activities and nature trails. One reviewer noted, "We camped in the group area. There are plenty of trees, the water access is very close." Most glamping sites in the area remain open year-round, though some seasonal activities may be limited during winter months. These locations provide an ideal balance of outdoor immersion with the comfort and convenience of resort-style accommodations.

Best Glamping Sites Near Lee's Summit, Missouri (15)

    1. Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

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

    "Both electric and primitive sites are available."

    "The staff were very friendly from start to finish. Our site was perfect for our 32 foot travel trailer. Our site was shaded. as were many others on the campground."

    2. Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

    20 Reviews
    Oak Grove, MO
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 690-6660

    $45 - $130 / night

    "Stayed here for one night after driving down from Nebraska. Great place to set up for the night, clean bathrooms, a nice fire pit, and plenty of room to set up a tarp for the rain."

    "The tent campsites are just a small patch of turf, but they do have tables and a nice fire pit."

    3. Trailside RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Grain Valley, MO
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 229-2267

    "Close to Kansas City but also really close to I-70. Lots highway noise. Staff very helpful & campground is being remodeled"

    4. Watkins Mill State Park Campground

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

    $12 - $42 / night

    "All spots have plenty of shade when we walked around. Shower house and bathrooms were clean and nice. Lots of things to do such as boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and swimming."

    "The only downside is that the spots, while larger, are fairly open (in the area around 92). I prefer a spot that has a tucked away fire pit and table, but this worked OK for us."

    5. Crow's Creek Campground

    28 Reviews
    Smithville, MO
    33 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 had a nice RV site with electric.  The best part is the view of and access to the lake! So beautiful and relaxing.  We had a nice gravel site with fire ring and picnic table."

    6. Weston Bend State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Weston, MO
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 640-5443

    $12 - $48 / night

    "We went back around and the person moved so we could get water. After that, we headed to pull through site 28 with electric(50/30/20 AMP) only."

    "Electric sites, no water, but water spigots were scattered around the campground. Majority of sites had shade. Most sites are back in, there are 2 pull through sites and 2 family sites."

    7. Camp Branch Campground

    15 Reviews
    Smithville, MO
    34 miles
    Website

    "Stayed on the A loop and had a beautiful view of the lake! Nice to be close to bathrooms and have a gorgeous view."

    "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)"

    8. Knob Noster State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Knob Noster, MO
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (660) 563-2463

    $11 - $23 / night

    "Kayaking was wildly available, due to the small lake and difficult launch, we can see why, but still very enjoyable. Site was very sizable for our tent, as most are suitable for campers."

    "Bath houses (there are at least 2) have 4 unisex shower pods that are clean and have good pressure. There are no sinks or mirrors, just shower and bench."

    9. Smiths Fork Recreation Area Camping

    10 Reviews
    Smithville, MO
    34 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."

    "Of everywhere Smith's Fork is the only one (so far) that offers Electric (30 & 50 amp), Water (2) and Sewer at every campsite.  At just $30 per day it is a steal!"

    10. Russell Crites Primitive — Hillsdale State Park

    8 Reviews
    Hillsdale, KS
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (913) 594-3600

    $10 / night

    "A couple miles down a secluded drive, nestled back in the woods right on the lake. Lots of trees, nice shower house. Camp host is friendly and laid back. Pet friendly, well lit."

    "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. "

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  • Leni K.
    Oct. 12, 2020

    Knob Noster State Park Campground

    Cute, Small Quiet

    We camped the last weekend in September picking a late reservation where kayaks were available for our first tent test run were our main goals, which the site met. Kayaking was wildly available, due to the small lake and difficult launch, we can see why, but still very enjoyable. Site was very sizable for our tent, as most are suitable for campers. Lots of even ground, with decent distance. Facilities could do with some updates, but there were a number of bathrooms on site, spaced so no site seemed far, including the vault toilet and a lot of people masking up while going into bathrooms as well, which was appreciated. Current host was super nice and helpful to first timers. The tiny market has a number of random items, including a collapsible fork which was the only thing we hadn't overpacked, and wasn't overpriced. Fire pits on our site were adjustable, making grilling food easier to control.

  • Cindy K.
    Sep. 17, 2022

    Camp Branch Campground

    Beautiful lake views

    Stayed on the A loop and had a beautiful view of the lake! Nice to be close to bathrooms and have a gorgeous view. Friendly staff, great price, and campsites have a fire pit with a grill, and a picnic table. We’ll be back!

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 29, 2025

    Knob Noster State Park Campground

    Well maintained campground

    Well maintained campground with nice, level concrete pads. Sites are spacious. Bath houses (there are at least 2) have 4 unisex shower pods that are clean and have good pressure. There are no sinks or mirrors, just shower and bench. I did not go into bathroom, which was a separate building. The only reason I took off a star is because my site (13) was adjacent to a fenced off sewer lagoon which did emit slight odor. If I came again I would choose another site.

  • Kris M.
    Mar. 9, 2021

    Trailside RV Park

    Decent

    Good: New management seems friendly and helpful. Laundry facilities acceptable. ($1.25 to wash)
    Propane fill on site. Pool and restrooms closed during my stay, appear nice enough.

    Bad: 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? WiFi is laughable.

    Phone/internet service is low average.

    Overall, adequate. Nothing too bad (except the noise), and nothing to rave about.

  • Nicole D.
    Jun. 3, 2020

    Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

    Great Overnight Campsite

    Stayed here for one night after driving down from Nebraska. Great place to set up for the night, clean bathrooms, a nice fire pit, and plenty of room to set up a tarp for the rain. Not too much privacy as there’s not very many trees around and the sites are close together but otherwise a great campground!

  • L
    Sep. 20, 2020

    Watkins Mill State Park Campground

    Great Camping

    Stayed here for three nights. All spots have plenty of shade when we walked around. Shower house and bathrooms were clean and nice. Lots of things to do such as boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and swimming. Fire pits were even nice with an attached grill grate.

  • l
    Oct. 17, 2021

    Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA

    Great get away

    Camp ground was very clean and the staff is very helpful! Drive you right to the campsite so no need to have to look for it. Pizza delivery a d wood was a nice touch. Laundry room was nice and easy to use. Everything is very close in the campground. Close to downtown

  • Meaghan S.
    Aug. 30, 2020

    Watkins Mill State Park Campground

    Nicely shaded spots.

    We stayed for two days in spot #92. Many of the spots have a good amount of room, but there are some that looked tricky to level. 92 was fine for leveling. The only downside is that the spots, while larger, are fairly open (in the area around 92). I prefer a spot that has a tucked away fire pit and table, but this worked OK for us. Bathhouses were clean and there is a great 3.75 mile paved loop around the lake if you have dogs that enjoy long walks.

  • Fawn W.
    Sep. 23, 2017

    Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    Quick Questival Camp

    We are camping here while doing the Cotopaxi Questival Adventure Race. It's a very nice setting in a Grove of trees atop a hill. Both electric and primitive sites are available. The bathrooms are the nicest campground bathrooms I've ever used - large, clean, and not communal, so you get a sink, toilet, and shower all to yourself. This campground is in close proximity to the lake, trails, and many other outdoorsy diversions!


Guide to Lee's Summit

Most glamping options near Lee's Summit, Missouri are concentrated around recreational areas within a 30-mile radius. This region experiences humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters, making seasonal preparation essential for comfort. Several campgrounds offer elevated camping experiences with varying levels of amenities and proximity to Kansas City attractions.

What to do

Hiking trails for all levels: Watkins Mill State Park Campground offers a paved trail that circles the lake, perfect for families with younger children. According to one visitor, "Very family oriented! lots of great spaces. fishing and walking trail with in a short walk!"

Fishing opportunities: Smith's Fork Recreation Area provides excellent lake access with minimal walking distance. A camper noted, "These RV spots have great shade, are spaced nicely apart, and are a quick walk to the lake! Amazing sunsets!"

Water activities: Crow's Creek Campground has designated swimming areas and boat rentals during summer months. As one visitor shared, "Trails and roads within the campsite are paved, so it's great for bikes and scooters. Grounds are well maintained and grassy areas feel fine to walk through and play in."

Historic site visits: Watkins Mill State Park Campground features a preserved 19th-century mill that offers educational tours. A camper mentioned, "If you like history, take a tour of the woolen mill part. Very cool."

What campers like

Private bathroom facilities: Multiple campgrounds near Lee's Summit offer individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. A guest at Weston Bend State Park Campground commented, "The cleanest bathrooms and facilities that I have been to I think Mabye ever. The camp hosts were super nice stop by to make sure that I was all set up."

Spacious campsites: Many glamping locations provide adequate space between sites. One reviewer at Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA noted, "Our friends stayed in the cabins which are awesome. The RV sites were right on top of each other so would not great. Very little green space but had a lot of amenities and the cleanest bathrooms!"

Pet-friendly accommodations: Several glamping sites welcome furry companions with dedicated areas. A Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA visitor mentioned, "Two good fenced dog parks," making it convenient for those traveling with pets.

Year-round availability: Unlike seasonal campgrounds, some glamping sites operate throughout winter. A visitor to Hillsdale State Park stated, "Hillsdale is a close stop for us. We'll often go when we only have one night to camp."

What you should know

Weather considerations: Summer temperatures can reach the 90s with high humidity, while winter nights often drop below freezing. One camper at Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park reported, "Hard to give an accurate account for our stay due to it raining basically the entire time."

Reservation requirements: Most glamping sites require advance booking, especially during peak season (May-September). A visitor noted, "If you require electrical hookups, it is getting to be more common to plan ahead and submit a reservation in state parks."

Site variations: Glamping accommodations range from basic tent platforms to fully-equipped cabins. A Watkins Mill visitor explained, "Camp ground is great. There are 2 shower houses, 1 new one torwards the front and one in the farthest loop."

Noise levels: Some sites experience more noise than others based on their proximity to roads or other campers. One camper at Knob Noster State Park Campground shared, "The campground filled up on the weekend but it was very quiet."

Tips for camping with families

Choose sites with playground access: Several glamping locations offer dedicated play areas. One reviewer mentioned, "Close to the water and playground; within walking distance. The roads and trails are nice for scooters and bikes."

Consider shower facilities: When camping with children, clean bathrooms become essential. A visitor to Smith's Fork Recreation Area noted, "I camp with kids from infant through 18 and hot showers and decent bathrooms are a must for us."

Look for educational programs: Some parks offer ranger-led activities for children. A camper shared, "Nature programs were fun and informative, and the campground was relatively quiet."

Select level sites: For easier setup with children, prioritize level ground. One reviewer at Crow's Creek Campground mentioned, "We had a nice RV site with electric. The best part is the view of and access to the lake! So beautiful and relaxing."

Tips from RVers

Leveling challenges: Some sites may require additional equipment for proper setup. A camper at Smith Fork noted, "My site was a bit small for my 29' rig. It is a toy hauler and I asked for more room. It was promised, but not delivered."

Hookup locations: Pay attention to the placement of utilities when booking. One RVer commented, "Only negatives were our hookups were literally in the next site next to their table, and their fire ring was very close to our trailer."

Site size considerations: Larger rigs need to research site dimensions before arrival. A visitor mentioned, "Easy access to Interstate and pull through sites were long enough for our truck and 32' trailer without having to unhitch."

Seasonal amenities: Some facilities close during off-seasons. A reviewer noted, "Bathhouse was very clean. Would come back," highlighting the importance of confirming which amenities remain available during your planned visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Lee's Summit, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Lee's Summit, MO is Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park with a 3.9-star rating from 20 reviews.

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