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Weston Bend State Park Campground houses distinctive glamping accommodations less than an hour from Kansas City, offering a perfect blend of outdoor immersion and comfort. These canvas retreats feature electricity, comfortable bedding, and private outdoor spaces surrounded by mature forest. A short walk from each glamping unit leads to pristine bathroom facilities with modern showers. Watkins Mill State Park Campground provides similar boutique camping options with the addition of climate control systems and kitchenettes in select premium units. "This place was fantastic all the way around. These are the cleanest bathrooms and facilities that I have been to I think maybe ever," shared one guest who discovered this hidden gem. Both locations maintain excellent privacy between sites, with Weston Bend especially noted for its secluded placement of glamping structures among the trees, creating an intimate forest retreat experience.
The trail system at Weston Bend State Park connects directly to glamping accommodations, allowing guests to access hiking paths and the Missouri River overlook without driving. Visitors can walk or bike into downtown Weston from the campground to explore local wineries and quaint shops. The park's dog-friendly policy includes a dedicated pet area with three separate enclosures, a rarity among glamping destinations. One reviewer highlighted the overall experience: "Lovely spot with big pad size to have a fire and hang out with friends and family. Hiking access and you can hike/bike into downtown Weston from the campground! No spot is a bad spot!" Seasonal considerations include peak bookings on weekends, while weekday reservations offer more availability and quieter surroundings. Winter glamping options remain available at both locations, with heated units providing year-round comfort for those seeking unique dome and pod accommodations regardless of season.
"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."
from $15 - $52 / night
Check Availability"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."
"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)"
"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!"
"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."
from $15 - $46 / night
Check Availability"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."
"I’m in my 30s traveling solo and this stop was a great place to regroup and take advantage of their amenities like shower, laundry, etc. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was very friendly."
"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."
"My kids love camping here, we came in an RV and we're barely ever inside it until we were ready to sleep."
"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."
from $45 - $130 / night
Check Availability"Super easy to pull in and set up. Plenty of spots.Only a few signs with a map so i took a picture on my phone and used that. Water on each site which is a luxury.
Stayed for 2 nights. Easy breezin"
"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."
TravelerStayed 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!
TravelerStayed 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.
TravelerGood:
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.
TravelerStayed 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!
ScoutCamp 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
GuideWe 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.
ScoutWe 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!
GuideWe really enjoyed this campground. 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. There are a handful that do not have any shade. Though we did not have one, there are also a few sites with a Lakeview. Nice playground for the kids, and plenty of grass to take the dogs out. Site was large enough for our trailer and two vehicles and still room for fire pit and awning to come out. A little hwy noise, but nowhere near enough to interrupt our trip.
RangerWe were traveling and was looking for an overnight stop. This was very easy off the interstate but once there you felt like you were miles out in the country. Yes.. if you were listening for it you could hear some road noise. But it really wasn’t invasive at all. The sites appear mostly all level and gravel. We had a pull through and it was perfect for overnight. Full hook up and shade. We travel with a dog and so much lush green grass to explore and walk was a plus for us. There is a dog park but I didn’t look for it so can’t comment on it. Didn’t use the bath house either. Owners were great and met us even after hours when we arrived to make sure we were in the spot correctly. Would definitely recommend. They have a few tent sites that looked very nice. Site A was really tucked into the back and had lots of vegetation and privacy. The pool was small but was clean and fenced.
Smithville Lake offers multiple campground options near Waldron, Missouri, just 30-45 minutes from Kansas City. The area sits at approximately 840 feet elevation with a humid continental climate featuring hot summers and mild to cold winters. Most campgrounds remain open year-round, though water services may shut off during winter months when temperatures can drop below freezing.
Paved trail access: The campgrounds at Smithville Lake feature well-maintained biking trails connecting camping areas. "The roads and trails are nice for scooters and bikes. Fairly close to the water and playground; within walking distance," notes a visitor at Crow's Creek Campground.
Historic site exploration: Watkins Mill State Park includes preserved historical structures alongside camping options. "If you like history, take a tour of the woolen mill part. Very cool," writes a camper at Watkins Mill State Park Campground. The historic sites are a short drive from the camping area.
Fishing opportunities: The lakes provide excellent fishing access directly from many campsites. At Camp Branch Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "We had a short walk to the lake for fishing, and the loop had a restroom. We were able to enter the swim beach without having to pay extra."
Shade coverage: Unlike some exposed campgrounds, Weston Bend State Park offers substantial tree cover. "The setting is thick deciduous forest," reports a visitor at Weston Bend State Park Campground, noting that site spacing is "very good" with visual privacy between adjacent sites.
Lake proximity: Many sites allow direct water access without driving. "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 could walk right down a grassy hill to the trail along the lake," explains a camper at Crow's Creek Park.
Private bathroom facilities: Some campgrounds offer individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. A visitor to Lake Jacomo described, "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."
Site leveling requirements: Some sites require significant leveling equipment. One camper at Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA mentioned, "Our 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." Another camper at a different site reported a site that was "13" unlevel. Luckily we had several blocks of wood to help level our camp out."
Train noise: Several campgrounds experience regular train disturbances. A visitor to Lawrence KOA noted, "There was a train passing through... trains were one right behind the other… ALL NIGHT LONG!!!!! Every thirty minutes or so, a train passed by. It wouldn't be so bad, but it was LOUD!!!!!!!"
Seasonal water shutoffs: The water systems at some campgrounds close during cold weather. A camper explained, "We stayed in October and due to unseasonably cold weather they shut off water with no notice and halfway through our stay. Ended up leaving early since we had no water."
Dog-friendly facilities: Several glamping locations near Waldron, Missouri accommodate pets with dedicated areas. "Great for dogs," notes a tent camper at Kansas City East-Oak Grove KOA. Smith's Fork Recreation Area offers "two good fenced dog parks" according to another reviewer.
Playground access: Family campers appreciate the recreation options at Smithville Lake. One visitor to Smith's Fork Recreation Area Camping praised the campground hosts who "went above and beyond making Halloween perfect for our family" and described it as "always a clean, safe and organized campground."
Swimming options: Beach access varies by location, with some requiring additional fees. Camp Branch Campground provides swimming access included with camping fees. "The lake is big with a sand beach for the kiddos. We enjoyed all the covers on the lake so we could anchor out and swim!"
Full hookup availability: For extended glamping stays, Smith's Fork offers complete utility connections. "This is full hook up. They have both 30 and 50 amp. Close to 169 hwy. Perfect for families with young children. Smaller park, very friendly hosts," writes a regular visitor.
Winter accessibility: Some campgrounds maintain services year-round. "Campground is hilly, sites are level, gravel pads. Lots of space between sites. Electric sites, no water, but water spigots were scattered around the campground," explains a visitor to Watkins Mill State Park, which remains open during winter with modified services.
Site spacing considerations: RV sites vary widely in proximity. At Weston Bend, "Some sites are very close to each other," while at Perry State Park Campground, one camper called the utility camping "a little close together for my liking." For more space, Camp Branch Campground offers "nice big spots with electric only."
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