Best Campgrounds near Unity Village, MO

Several established campgrounds surround Unity Village, Missouri, providing diverse camping experiences within the greater Kansas City metro area. Lake Jacomo at Fleming Park features both electric and primitive sites set in a grove of trees atop a hill, with reasonable access to Kansas City amenities while maintaining a natural setting. Blue Springs Lake Campground offers concrete pads with full hookups in nearby Lee's Summit. Accommodations range from basic tent sites to RV spots with electric, water, and sewer hookups, while the Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA also offers cabin rentals and glamping options approximately 15 miles east of Unity Village.

Most campgrounds in the area remain open seasonally, with many closing for winter from late October through March. Jackson County parks like Fleming Park operate from April through October. Campsites at Lake Jacomo are situated on sloped terrain, which can create challenges during rainy periods. One camper noted, "Some sites are at the top of a hill and others lie around the base of the hill... if it rains the ones downhill get lots of water flowing to them which is not good for tents." Road noise may be noticeable at certain campgrounds, with proximity to highways affecting the camping experience. Advance reservations are recommended for weekend stays, particularly during summer months when lake access becomes a popular draw.

Amenities vary significantly across campgrounds near Unity Village. Campers frequently mention Lake Jacomo's recently upgraded bathroom facilities, with one visitor describing them as "the nicest campground bathrooms I've ever used - large, clean, and not communal." Proximity to lakes represents a key attraction, with Blue Springs Lake and Lake Jacomo providing opportunities for fishing, boating, and water recreation. According to a visitor, "27 hiking trails, you can kayak, rent a pontoon, lots of sailboats on the lake, fishing. 30 minutes from downtown Kansas City." Site privacy varies considerably, with some locations offering ample space between campsites while others position campers in closer proximity. Many campgrounds provide fire rings and picnic tables, though some impose restrictions on outside firewood to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Best Camping Sites Near Unity Village, Missouri (78)

    1. Blue Springs Lake Campground

    45 Reviews
    Blue Springs, MO
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 503-4805

    $33 - $48 / night

    "The sites were well situated such that you felt you had plenty of privacy."

    "The original plan was to be in Blue Springs for an outdoor off-road RC event, camping in our pup with a generator at the track."

    2. Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    20 Reviews
    Lee's Summit, MO
    3 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."

    "We just started the check in process and the staff is so great and helpful that I've already added this place to favorites and hope to return next time I'm in Missouri"

    3. Campus RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Independence, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 254-1815

    $35 - $55 / night

    "The RV park is really close to downtown Independence, Missouri and has everything we needed for the night."

    "Trains nearby can be load with their horns but it's close to airport which was necessity for me."

    4. Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

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

    $45 - $130 / night

    "Easy access to Interstate and pull through sites were long enough for our truck and 32’ trailer without having to unhitch. Stayed just one night as we passed through."

    "Decent KOA off the highway in a neighborhood. Sites are close together with some shaded."

    5. Blue Springs Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    Blue Springs, MO
    5 miles

    $34 - $50 / night

    6. Walnut Grove RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Mission, KS
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (913) 262-3023

    $62 - $131 / night

    "Its all about the location and supply and demand. It was very over priced for the tiny amount of space you get and subpar wifi."

    "We made a last minute decision and decided to stay somewhere near KC after a long cross country trip."

    7. Jackson County Fleming Park Jacomo Campground

    3 Reviews
    Blue Springs, MO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 795-8200

    "We enjoyed taking time to go to Osage Fort and Missouri town. Two historical landmarks worth the visit. Our StarLink worked well."

    "It’s really close to the lakes so that’s great but there’s minimal tree coverage and several of the sites are at the bottom of a hill which get water logged when it rains."

    8. Worlds of Fun Village

    8 Reviews
    Randolph, MO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 454-4545

    $300 / night

    "Easy walk to Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, with some back-in sites offering tremendous views of downtown KC. "

    "Built on a hillside adjacent to the amusement and water park. The camp ground pool is huge and fun for the kids on non park days."

    9. Peculiar Park Place

    7 Reviews
    Raymore, MO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 779-6300

    "Recently downsized our rig and selected this location for the initial shakedown. Had an easy to access pull through site that had 50/30 amp access, water and sewer."

    "Perfect for short stopping or long stay because the Campground is close to. the interstate. We come back again."

    10. Stadium RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Independence, MO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (816) 353-0242
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Recent Reviews near Unity Village, MO

477 Reviews of 78 Unity Village Campgrounds


  • R
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Crooked River Conservation Area

    Not much here

    There is really only one campsite, although there is enough room for probably four campsites, but I arrived when a group had leery spread out over the entire campsite. I camped a little down the road in a grassy area to avoid being inconsiderate of the people already setup.

  • Freya
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Quail Run Campground — Hillsdale State Park

    Relaxing place to camp and enjoy nature

    All in all I really enjoyed tent camping at one of the primitive sites! My dad and I used two separate tents, each of which are six person tents, and it was easy to fit both on the campsite. I didn’t love the fire ring because the wall was pretty high and the grill part didn’t have adjustable height so that limited the height of the fire we could build when we wanted to cook over it. The nearby vault toilet was just OK, it was about as clean as a vault toilet could be but there was no way to use hand sanitizer or wash your hands nearby. The shower house with flush toilets, which was a little further away, was clean but didn’t have any hand soap, it only had hand sanitizer which was a disappointment.

    Those were really the only drawbacks to this campsite though! Everything else was lovely. I liked that there was a small camp store nearby with firewood for purchase during operating hours. The scenery was very nice and even though there were a lot of RVs in their section of the campground, I didn’t hear any noise coming from their air-conditioning thanks to the distance between that section and the primitive section.

    Being almost completely surrounded by the lake was so serene and we got to hear and see a lot of wildlife. The only other thing to know about this spot on the campground is that if you’re going to the primitive sites, you will have to park nearby and then walk the rest of the way with your gear. At the site I was in that was only a couple of yards but other ones were further away.

    Also, a note about spiders: there were way more than I’ve ever seen while camping before, so if large amounts of them bother you I suggest you not camp here in October! Most of them were small, but seeing them so often was still kind of gross. Such is life when camping though!

  • Donna H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Weston Bend State Park Campground

    Quiet, clean campground.

    My reservation was for the 15th of September, just at the end of the camping season, and so the park was quiet. The park ranger was wonderful. I stayed in space #019, which was perfect for my 19' camper van. Other than electric, I didn't use any other services, so I cannot comment on facilities. I would stay here again. 

    The town of Weston is walkable from the park. I left before the shops opened, but the town was quaint and inviting.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Kansas City West-Lawrence KOA

    Good overnight.

    Easy check in friendly folks. Level site. Pull through FHU everything worked as expected. Would stay her again.

  • wThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

    Nice layout . Trees and open area 4 tents

    Staff was accommodating.. paid ahead .. they left instructions for tent area

  • Rae B.
    Sep. 16, 2025

    Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park

    Will return

    We just started the check in process and the staff is so great and helpful that I've already added this place to favorites and hope to return next time I'm in Missouri

  • Daniel K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Blue Springs Lake Campground

    Great in town option

    Great option, clean and well ran. Quiet and I will stay agian!

  • S
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA

    Just off the freeway

    Easy to access. Great for an overnight. Cable not working. 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.


Guide to Unity Village

Campgrounds near Unity Village, Missouri provide diverse experiences for outdoor stays within easy reach of Kansas City. Most parks in the region rest on sloped terrain, requiring careful site selection, especially for tent campers during rainy periods. Several parks position guests within 10-30 minutes of Kansas City attractions while maintaining natural settings.

What to do

Hiking options: Blue Springs Lake Campground offers convenient access to walking trails and water activities. "Rainy weather for the most part but did take time to go to the Fort Osage National Historic Landmark and Missouri Town which is part of the Jackson County Parks & Rec. Nice way to spend a rainy kind of day," notes one visitor who appreciated the nearby historical attractions.

Water recreation: The lakes around Unity Village provide opportunities beyond camping. "The whole experience was awesome. The entire place was spotless, the sites were far apart enough that you didn't feel like your neighbors were on top of you," reports one Blue Springs camper who enjoyed the lake amenities.

Stadium events: Stadium RV Park positions campers near sports venues for game days. Though basic in amenities, its location serves visitors attending events at Arrowhead Stadium or Kauffman Stadium. "People were nice, no problems with anything. Nice showers," noted one visitor who appreciated the straightforward accommodations.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention the well-maintained grounds at Campus RV Park. "Nice campground and great staff. Trains nearby can be load with their horns but it's close to airport which was necessity for me," shares one visitor who valued the convenient location despite some noise challenges.

Privacy between sites: Site spacing varies significantly between campgrounds. "The sites were well situated such that you felt you had plenty of privacy," reports one Blue Springs Lake visitor, contrasting with tighter arrangements at other parks.

Concrete pads: Several RV parks offer concrete site pads, which campers appreciate during wet weather. "Very nice. Concrete pads. Full hookups," notes one visitor to Blue Springs Lake Campground (MO), highlighting the practical benefit during Missouri's rainy periods.

What you should know

Seasonal availability: Most campgrounds operate from spring through fall, with limited winter options. "We were looking for something close to home to try out our new-to-us pop up. We were able to reserve a spot on short notice," explains one visitor to Blue Springs Lake, who found availability during peak season.

Traffic noise: Several campgrounds experience highway or transportation noise. "If you're wanting to camp where you are close to city amenities, this is the spot for you... You can't see the lake from the campground, and there was some road noise from morning commuters but overall it's a nice stop for a night or two," notes a Blue Springs visitor.

Site conditions: Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park features hillside sites requiring careful selection. "Not a great spot for tent camping. Ton of road noise and most grassy areas are sloped," warns one camper, emphasizing the importance of researching specific site locations before booking.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Select sites near play areas for convenience with children. "This was our first visit to this campground. The sites were well kept up, with many prime locations near the playground for our kids," recommends one Blue Springs visitor.

Gated security: Some parks offer security features families appreciate. "We felt very safe here since they require an access code to get into the gate," notes a Blue Springs camper who valued this added protection.

Amusement park proximity: Worlds of Fun Village provides direct access to theme park activities. "Super cute big facility. Built on a hillside adjacent to the amusement and water park. The camp ground pool is huge and fun for the kids on non park days," shares one family who enjoyed both the camping and entertainment options.

Tips from RVers

Level sites: RVers emphasize the importance of site leveling in the area. "The site slopes to the passenger side and downhill toward the road, so we used a few levelers. Many sites here are sloped. The premium cement pads seemed to be more level than gravel sites," advises one Blue Springs visitor.

Pull-through accessibility: For larger RVs, site selection matters significantly. "We were able to reserve a spot on short notice. Our spot - 24 - was perfect. Nice afternoon shade. Very level. Plenty of room to spread out," mentions one camper who found an ideal site configuration for their setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Unity Village, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, Unity Village, MO offers a wide range of camping options, with 78 campgrounds and RV parks near Unity Village, MO and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Unity Village, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Unity Village, MO is Blue Springs Lake Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 45 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Unity Village, MO?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Unity Village, MO.