96% (121) • 233 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Gardner
Lake Georgia-Sue
1. Lake Georgia-Sue
95%
(140)
29mi from Gardner · 147 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Lake Georgia-Sue — Your 85-Acre Getaway in East Central Kansas
Escape to Lake Georgia-Sue, an 85-acre oasis of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty. Conveniently located in East Central Kansas—just a short drive from Kansas City, Topeka, Lawrence, and Wichita—our property offers the perfect blend of peace and play.
At the heart of the property is our 8-acre lake, ideal for fishing, swimming, kayaking, small craft boating, and even windsurfing. Whether you’re here to unwind by the water or explore the land, there’s something for everyone.
Horse enthusiasts will love the on-site pastures, private round pens, and access to hundreds of miles of scenic riding trails that intersect the property.
Our campsites are spacious, private, and peaceful—no crowded neighbors here. Choose from lakefront or forest sites, perfect for both primitive camping and RVs (electric hookups available via generator; fresh water also provided).
Guests enjoy access to modern comforts, including showers, toilets, an air-conditioned clubhouse, a playground, and a variety of friendly farm animals—ponies, pet pigs, goats, and chickens. We’re proudly pet-friendly, too!
Lake Georgia-Sue is also ideal for group gatherings—from family reunions and birthdays to weddings and retreats—with space for up to 25 campers.
We’re just a short drive from several state lakes and great local restaurants (and sometimes we even take a trail ride into town for BBQ or Mexican food!).
Come experience the peace, privacy, and playfulness of Lake Georgia-Sue—your Kansas countryside escape awaits.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$20
/ night
Liberated Grounds
2. Liberated Grounds
92%
(6)
29mi from Gardner · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Liberated Grounds – A Sanctuary for Soul, Soil & Story
Tucked away on a 100-year-old property in Kansas City, Liberated Grounds is more than just a campsite — it’s a refuge for renewal, creativity, and connection. Here, the land breathes with history, imagination, and freedom.
Pitch your tent beneath tall shade trees or rest and retreat in on the ranch. Whether you’re here to unplug, meditate, garden, write, or simply listen to the birds, there’s a place for you.
Expect intentional stillness. Expect community if you want it, and solitude if you need it. This is a land in transformation — and you’re invited to be part of the story.
✨ What You’ll Experience
• Open space for tent camping or car camping (we can provide tents)
• Fire pits, hammocks, and garden beds
• A creative atmosphere — perfect for artists, healers, and daydreamers
• Access to seasonal programming: sound baths, campfire poetry, nature journaling, and self-guided rituals
• Amenities: Bathroom access, water, ranch home + more amenities coming soon: compost toilet & solar lights
🌿 Perfect For:
• Solo travelers, couples seeking peace, or day groups
• Creatives needing a nature reset
• Families introducing kids to eco-living
• Spiritual folks craving Earth-aligned spaces
Come as you are. Leave lighter.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
The Valley Cabins & RV
3. The Valley Cabins & RV
100%
(1)
35mi from Gardner · 19 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to The Valley Cabins & RV, proudly operated by Kansas Horizon Retreat LLC. We offer year-round two-bedroom cabins, modern hotel rooms, and peaceful RV spots in LaCygne, KS.
Modern comfort, scenic views, and an unbeatable location come together here—providing the only lodging and RV accommodations along the Highway 69 corridor in this area.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$17
/ night
I-49 RV Park
4. I-49 RV Park
39mi from Gardner · 143 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Cozy Getaway
RV Sites, Lodging, & Camping
I-49 RV Park is known for its great location and our willingness to be flexible with our guests. We want our guests to be comfortable with reliable amenities at no extra cost.
We provide our guests with clean laundry facilities, bathhouses, a camp store, a pet area, and FREE Wi-fi; these are a few amenities we offer our guests.
Your comfort and enjoyment are our top priority, So come and see us today where it's peaceful and memories are made that last a lifetime!
RV Sites, Lodging, & Camping
I-49 RV Park is located in Archie, Missouri, directly off of Hwy I-49 at exit 147 towards Archie/Drexel - right off S Old US Hwy 71/SW Outer Rd.
One of our top goals is to provide you with a comfortable, family-friendly, and fun environment.
Our on-site management will go out of their way to ensure everything meets your needs and expectations.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Basswood Family Camping Resort
5. Basswood Family Camping Resort
92%
(6)
41mi from Gardner · 61 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape Ordinary — Experience Basswood Resort
Just minutes from Kansas City, yet worlds away from the noise, Basswood Resort is where your perfect getaway begins. Nestled among rolling hills and shimmering lakes, our award-winning resort blends the peaceful beauty of nature with the excitement of modern camping fun.
Whether you roll in with your RV, pitch a tent beneath the stars, or settle into one of our cozy vacation rentals, you’ll find the perfect spot to unwind and reconnect. Spend lazy mornings sipping coffee by the lake, cast your line for a trophy catch, or dive into our sparkling seasonal pool. When the sun sets, the fun doesn’t stop—our themed weekends, live entertainment, and family-friendly events fill the air with laughter and music.
You’ll love the thoughtful touches that make Basswood feel like home. Grab a fresh, hot slice from our Basswood Pizza Shack, treat yourself to something sweet or savory from our snack options, or enjoy the simple comforts of Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and convenient camp store essentials. Kids will love our outdoor play areas and open spaces, while grown-ups relax lakeside or join in on the games.
From couples seeking a quiet retreat to families chasing adventure, Basswood Resort delivers the perfect balance of relaxation and excitement. You don’t have to travel far to feel a million miles away—just head to Basswood Resort, Kansas City’s favorite family camping destination.
Book your site today and start counting down to bonfires, belly laughs, and memories that will last long after the campfire fades.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$53
/ night
96% (121) • 233 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Gardner
Lake Georgia-Sue
1. Lake Georgia-Sue
95%
(140)
29mi from Gardner · 147 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Lake Georgia-Sue — Your 85-Acre Getaway in East Central Kansas
Escape to Lake Georgia-Sue, an 85-acre oasis of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty. Conveniently located in East Central Kansas—just a short drive from Kansas City, Topeka, Lawrence, and Wichita—our property offers the perfect blend of peace and play.
At the heart of the property is our 8-acre lake, ideal for fishing, swimming, kayaking, small craft boating, and even windsurfing. Whether you’re here to unwind by the water or explore the land, there’s something for everyone.
Horse enthusiasts will love the on-site pastures, private round pens, and access to hundreds of miles of scenic riding trails that intersect the property.
Our campsites are spacious, private, and peaceful—no crowded neighbors here. Choose from lakefront or forest sites, perfect for both primitive camping and RVs (electric hookups available via generator; fresh water also provided).
Guests enjoy access to modern comforts, including showers, toilets, an air-conditioned clubhouse, a playground, and a variety of friendly farm animals—ponies, pet pigs, goats, and chickens. We’re proudly pet-friendly, too!
Lake Georgia-Sue is also ideal for group gatherings—from family reunions and birthdays to weddings and retreats—with space for up to 25 campers.
We’re just a short drive from several state lakes and great local restaurants (and sometimes we even take a trail ride into town for BBQ or Mexican food!).
Come experience the peace, privacy, and playfulness of Lake Georgia-Sue—your Kansas countryside escape awaits.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$20
/ night
Liberated Grounds
2. Liberated Grounds
92%
(6)
29mi from Gardner · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Liberated Grounds – A Sanctuary for Soul, Soil & Story
Tucked away on a 100-year-old property in Kansas City, Liberated Grounds is more than just a campsite — it’s a refuge for renewal, creativity, and connection. Here, the land breathes with history, imagination, and freedom.
Pitch your tent beneath tall shade trees or rest and retreat in on the ranch. Whether you’re here to unplug, meditate, garden, write, or simply listen to the birds, there’s a place for you.
Expect intentional stillness. Expect community if you want it, and solitude if you need it. This is a land in transformation — and you’re invited to be part of the story.
✨ What You’ll Experience
• Open space for tent camping or car camping (we can provide tents)
• Fire pits, hammocks, and garden beds
• A creative atmosphere — perfect for artists, healers, and daydreamers
• Access to seasonal programming: sound baths, campfire poetry, nature journaling, and self-guided rituals
• Amenities: Bathroom access, water, ranch home + more amenities coming soon: compost toilet & solar lights
🌿 Perfect For:
• Solo travelers, couples seeking peace, or day groups
• Creatives needing a nature reset
• Families introducing kids to eco-living
• Spiritual folks craving Earth-aligned spaces
Come as you are. Leave lighter.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
The Valley Cabins & RV
3. The Valley Cabins & RV
100%
(1)
35mi from Gardner · 19 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to The Valley Cabins & RV, proudly operated by Kansas Horizon Retreat LLC. We offer year-round two-bedroom cabins, modern hotel rooms, and peaceful RV spots in LaCygne, KS.
Modern comfort, scenic views, and an unbeatable location come together here—providing the only lodging and RV accommodations along the Highway 69 corridor in this area.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$17
/ night
I-49 RV Park
4. I-49 RV Park
39mi from Gardner · 143 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Cozy Getaway
RV Sites, Lodging, & Camping
I-49 RV Park is known for its great location and our willingness to be flexible with our guests. We want our guests to be comfortable with reliable amenities at no extra cost.
We provide our guests with clean laundry facilities, bathhouses, a camp store, a pet area, and FREE Wi-fi; these are a few amenities we offer our guests.
Your comfort and enjoyment are our top priority, So come and see us today where it's peaceful and memories are made that last a lifetime!
RV Sites, Lodging, & Camping
I-49 RV Park is located in Archie, Missouri, directly off of Hwy I-49 at exit 147 towards Archie/Drexel - right off S Old US Hwy 71/SW Outer Rd.
One of our top goals is to provide you with a comfortable, family-friendly, and fun environment.
Our on-site management will go out of their way to ensure everything meets your needs and expectations.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Basswood Family Camping Resort
5. Basswood Family Camping Resort
92%
(6)
41mi from Gardner · 61 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Escape Ordinary — Experience Basswood Resort
Just minutes from Kansas City, yet worlds away from the noise, Basswood Resort is where your perfect getaway begins. Nestled among rolling hills and shimmering lakes, our award-winning resort blends the peaceful beauty of nature with the excitement of modern camping fun.
Whether you roll in with your RV, pitch a tent beneath the stars, or settle into one of our cozy vacation rentals, you’ll find the perfect spot to unwind and reconnect. Spend lazy mornings sipping coffee by the lake, cast your line for a trophy catch, or dive into our sparkling seasonal pool. When the sun sets, the fun doesn’t stop—our themed weekends, live entertainment, and family-friendly events fill the air with laughter and music.
You’ll love the thoughtful touches that make Basswood feel like home. Grab a fresh, hot slice from our Basswood Pizza Shack, treat yourself to something sweet or savory from our snack options, or enjoy the simple comforts of Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and convenient camp store essentials. Kids will love our outdoor play areas and open spaces, while grown-ups relax lakeside or join in on the games.
From couples seeking a quiet retreat to families chasing adventure, Basswood Resort delivers the perfect balance of relaxation and excitement. You don’t have to travel far to feel a million miles away—just head to Basswood Resort, Kansas City’s favorite family camping destination.
Book your site today and start counting down to bonfires, belly laughs, and memories that will last long after the campfire fades.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$53
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Emma
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Such a fun weekend campground for our family. The kids loved the farm animals, there were baby goats that the kids were in love with and gave them lots of snuggles. We rented fishing poles and a kayak and paddle boards, and paid 15$ for all the firewood we could burn. The owner and staff were helpful, even bright the firewood and got the fire going for us.
The only downside is that they are right next to a train track, so be prepared for some train horns.
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Heather
February 2026
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
Love the home feel, animals, lake, sunset and sunrise! Nice hosts
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Ashley
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This place is amazing! My best friend and I decided to have a girls weekend and camp out. The hosts were so nice and accommodating. The property was absolutely beautiful! We went towards the end of October and it was still stunning! Tons of animals that are so used to people and dogs that they ignored our dogs thinking they were big and tough. We are already planning on going back next weekend!
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Robb
October 2025
Tent
Loved our campsite! All the room for days. Loved hearing the fish jump out of lake. Nice piece of land!
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Shanna
October 2025
24 ft campervan
With kids
Right off the main road. Easy to pull in and hook up. No fire pits or anything extra at RV sites. Very clean!
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Kris
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This place is fantastic! I can’t even begin to describe how amazing it is, 5 stars! Fred goes out of his way to make you feel welcomed and will give you a tour in what I like to call the Walter White mobile with no doors. Good time hate to leave and will be back again and again
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Lara
October 2025
23 ft pop-up camper
With pets
A lovely campground! The grounds and the bathrooms were very clean. Had some hiking trails and I enjoyed walking around with the pup. Staff was kind and there is a well-stocked store. It's a little out of the way but that made for a peaceful stay.
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Jeffrey
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Wobderful hosts. Very accommodating even for our late check in.
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Emily
September 2025
Tent
With kids
We loved staying at Liberated Ground. It felt far away even though you’re just a short drive away from the city. The fire pit was incredible and the hosts were gracious.
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Colton
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Really cool place to camp. Excellent bass fishing.
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Cassiopaea
August 2025
Tent
With pets
The campsites were clean, and land easy to navigate. We loved camping right by the lake, and being able to swim and paddleboard. We enjoyed petting the horses and goats as well! It was a short walk to the restroom from our spot. The train came by often but we also encountered rain while we were there so it was less distracting than the rain!
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Mark
August 2025
29 ft travel trailer
Basswood has a lot of RV camping spots and several different areas on the property they also have several ponds for fishing. They have a swimming pool and a lot of activities for kids.
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Brian
August 2025
29 ft travel trailer
With pets
This property was beautiful. Big huge sites right by the water with plenty of good shade trees. My kids loved visiting all the farm animals and playing on the swings. The fishing was pretty good. We caught several fish and a couple turtles. It was just a nice peaceful campground without a ton of neighbors. We’ll be back for sure
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German
August 2025
Tent
My girlfriend and I, had an amazing time. The host was very accommodating and pleasantly nice. Raymond the donkey was our favorite, campsites were great. We truly enjoyed the visit and will be back for sure !!
We camp all the time and considered this place one of our favorites
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Ember
August 2025
Tent
I loved this campground. The property was beautiful, the hosts were kind and helpful, and we were far enough away from other campers to make it feel private. I truly recommend LGS, truly a beautiful spot.
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Kelly
July 2025
Tent
With pets
Such a beautiful property! And the people who run it are very kind and helpful. The spot we used was a great location for getting to the bathroom.
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Schuyler
July 2025
Tent
With kids
We enjoyed out stay and the boys had fun. It was nice to have so many options for the boys to do.
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Schuyler
July 2025
34 ft fifth wheel
With kids
We have a great time. I did purchase a loader bucket of wood and maybe got 5 or 6 pieces of wood.
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Jorge
July 2025
Tent
With kids
Fred and his team were super friendly. I appreciate that check in often to see if we needed anything.
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Jayden
July 2025
16 ft car
Liberated Grounds welcomed us which such pleasant and loving energy. We pulled up planning to camp in our car, but Burt & Angel offered us a tent and even helped us set it up! It was a beautiful space for the weekend! I loved the calm & safe feelings the whole experience brought to us. I am excited to visit again and would LOVE to attend any concerts/events they are so lucky to host!
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