Camping options near Oak Grove, Missouri range from quiet RV sites to family-friendly campgrounds with recreational amenities. Oak Grove sits along Interstate 70, approximately 30 miles east of Kansas City, making it a convenient stopover for travelers. Year-round camping is available at several locations, though summer brings higher occupancy and more amenities in operation at seasonal facilities.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: The pond at Great Escape RV Park & Campground allows guests to fish without a license. "There is a pond for fishing (no license required) and a swimming pool," notes one visitor.
Historic exploration: Independence, Missouri is 20 minutes from Oak Grove and offers multiple historic sites. "Independence has some cool stuff to check out and has a very midwestern, small-town feel to it, even though it is basically a suburb of the greater Kansas City area. There is a lot of charm and some interesting architecture in the immediate area," explains a camper who stayed at Campus RV Park.
Outdoor recreation: Several campgrounds offer on-site swimming options. "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 a guest at Lake Paradise Resort.
What campers like
Convenient locations: Campgrounds near I-70 provide easy access for travelers. "We camped here in September 2020. 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," explains a visitor at Lake Paradise Resort.
Value pricing: Some RV sites offer affordable rates with full amenities. "Great camp store with selections of sausage and cheese. Also, small selection of wine," mentions a guest at Owl Creek Market and RV Park (formerly Country Gardens).
Quality facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are frequently mentioned in reviews. "The laundry and restrooms are above par (and the air conditioning was excellent), they have a lovely pool, and a small but adequate dog run," notes a camper staying at Owl Creek Market during summer heat.
What you should know
Road noise: Many campgrounds in the area experience highway and train noise. "Noise. Mostly from the highway, but also trains and air traffic. Situated between two neighborhoods, the highway, and an RV dealership," warns a reviewer at Trailside RV Park.
Site spacing: RV sites vary considerably in size and privacy between parks. "The spaces are smaller although it is in a nice area where it's shady," mentions a review about Walnut Grove RV Park.
Cell coverage: Most campgrounds report adequate connectivity for remote workers. "Nice and quiet (on big church campus) - occasional train but not often enough to be a nuisance. Will definitely return if on my route," states a Campus RV Park visitor who enjoyed the reliable internet connection.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Many parks offer pools for summer recreation. "We went to a movie outside there and fireworks for Memorial Day weekend. The pool was open for the first Saturday but it was rainy and of course cold. It was still so much fun," shares a family who stayed at Lake Paradise Resort.
Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with outdoor spaces for children. "Kids found tons of frogs and snails to play with. Too late in the year for the pool to be open but looked nice. Would camp again," notes a parent who camped at Lake Paradise in September.
Entertainment access: Worlds of Fun Village offers proximity to amusement 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," explains a visitor who appreciated the convenience.
Tips from RVers
Small town options: RV sites in smaller towns often offer better value. "Town population only 600. There's a bar & grill and a brunch cafe around the corner from the RV park. Payment is self serve, no reservations. Couldn't get WiFi to work but cell connection (T-Mobile) was fine," reports an RVer who stayed at Mayview RV Park for $20 per night with full hookups.
Site leveling: Check reviews for information about pad conditions. "Sites are very close but each has a grass strip. They have multiple pull through sites," notes a visitor at Owl Creek Market and RV Park.
Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds offer different amenities based on the time of year. "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," mentions a camper who used Worlds of Fun Village as a convenient stopover in the off-season.
