99% (1.4K) • 46 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hays
C2T Ranch on the Saline River
1. C2T Ranch on the Saline River
99%
(2608)
15mi from Hays · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
You won't believe you are still in Kansas! C2T Ranch is a working regenerative cattle ranch, with over 4 miles of Saline River running through it. Amazing 150' tall limestone cliffs rise above river and several spring fed creeks feed into the river. There is hiking galore in the canyons or on the cliffs, fishing in the rivers, or bird watching on the native prairie above the cliffs. Fossil hunters can find a variety of fossilized shells, as well as native septarian and calcite for the rockhounds.
Our picturesque, secluded campground has primitive and powered campsites, plus several glamping tent, all dispersed along an amazing horseshoe bend of the Saline River, each with direct river access. We're only a 20 minute drive north of Hays, Kansas and I-70, come visit us today!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$35
/ night
Cedar Bluff State Park
2. Cedar Bluff State Park
State park 25mi from Hays · 176 sites
Discover Cedar Bluff State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Webster State Park
3. Webster State Park
State park 38mi from Hays · 93 sites
A prairie oasis with scenic trails and abundant wildlife, Webster State Park draws nature-loving campers.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Wilson Lake
4. Wilson Lake
100%
(3)
Park 41mi from Hays · 268 sites
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Wilson Lake.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Wilson State Park KS
5. Wilson State Park KS
100%
(7)
State park 38mi from Hays · 203 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Wilson State Park and its array of outdoor activities.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
99% (1.4K) • 46 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hays
C2T Ranch on the Saline River
1. C2T Ranch on the Saline River
99%
(2608)
15mi from Hays · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
You won't believe you are still in Kansas! C2T Ranch is a working regenerative cattle ranch, with over 4 miles of Saline River running through it. Amazing 150' tall limestone cliffs rise above river and several spring fed creeks feed into the river. There is hiking galore in the canyons or on the cliffs, fishing in the rivers, or bird watching on the native prairie above the cliffs. Fossil hunters can find a variety of fossilized shells, as well as native septarian and calcite for the rockhounds.
Our picturesque, secluded campground has primitive and powered campsites, plus several glamping tent, all dispersed along an amazing horseshoe bend of the Saline River, each with direct river access. We're only a 20 minute drive north of Hays, Kansas and I-70, come visit us today!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$35
/ night
Cedar Bluff State Park
2. Cedar Bluff State Park
State park 25mi from Hays · 176 sites
Discover Cedar Bluff State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Webster State Park
3. Webster State Park
State park 38mi from Hays · 93 sites
A prairie oasis with scenic trails and abundant wildlife, Webster State Park draws nature-loving campers.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Wilson Lake
4. Wilson Lake
100%
(3)
Park 41mi from Hays · 268 sites
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Wilson Lake.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Wilson State Park KS
5. Wilson State Park KS
100%
(7)
State park 38mi from Hays · 203 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Wilson State Park and its array of outdoor activities.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Peggy
December 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
We loved our recent stay at C2T Ranch! Chad and Cynthia are fantastic hosts and their warm and friendly hospitality is outstanding! The ranch itself is in a beautiful location and the spacious camping spots are right along the river with great views, big fire rings, picnic tables, and close proximity to a clean porta potty! They even offer delicious bbq meals to purchase- we had the brats and potatoes and it was excellent! Highly recommend this Hipcamp and we absolutely will return!
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Scott
November 2025
40 ft campervan
Great place. Wish I could have spent more time. Lovely place by ther river. Had a Belted Kingfisher greet me as I arrived. Owls, cardinals , song sparrow and others made themselves heard.
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erica
November 2025
Tent
With pets
I loved my stay! The views were amazing and so many places to explore
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Brien
November 2025
Tent
Great camp sites.. loved the privacy… really beautiful area!
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Ambro
October 2025
16 ft campervan
My fiancée and I were just passing through and it was a very quiet beautiful spot with a great view of the limestone and ranch!
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Marcus
October 2025
Tent
Chad and Cynthia have an absolutely gorgeous property and it’s clear a lot of thought went into the layout of the grounds and sites for camping.
They were super accommodating and helpful!
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anakulsmos
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Highly recommend! We are staying for a night in a middle of a long trip, host was welcoming and guide us to our site even all dark outside. Our site is quiet and private, I feel really safe staying here. Host provided good firewood for free.
We spent the morning under the tree and letting our pup run free even in the water. He had a really good time after long road trip.
I would highly recommend staying here with our without a dog
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Carrie
October 2025
Tent
Our second stay at South Beach was also wonderful! The sites are beautifully maintained and Chad and Cynthia, the perfect hosts. We highly recommend adding the Burger Basket!!
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Joseph
October 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
With pets
This piece of property is one of a kind. You can't go wrong with any campsite on the property, with crystal clear Saline river running by under huge limestone bluffs. Amazing Sunsets and wildlife. Actually watched a coyote playing in the river this morning from my tent. Chad and Cynthia are very responsive and definitely get some Cinnamon rolls and the Zucchini Bread while you are there.
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Kristen
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful location! Loved exploring near the limestone cliffs. Would definitely stay again.
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Becca
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
What a GEM of a campsite. The property is amazing, clean, and our campsite was well maintained. Chad and Cynthia communicated well, made expectations clear, and were super friendly. Would highly recommend both the burger basket and the tour of the property as add ons for your trip. Can't wait to get back to the site in the near future!
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Maren
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
I highly recommend C2T ranch! The brat basket made our day and campsite 20 was beautiful. We also went on a short hike on the property and met some horses and cows! The owners were very helpful and accommodating :)
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Rich
October 2025
Tent
I have stayed at dozens of campsites around Kansas. State parks, state fishing lakes, private camping, you name it and this is one of the best. The bluffs are gorgeous, the sites well cared for (Stay at #42!), one free firewood bundle, provided tripod grate, friendly staff, and to top it all off ... A donkey!!! I wish our stay could have been longer. We will absolutely be back. On the night we stayed, it stormed, but the bluffs and the trees blocked the vast majority of the wind. The only negative (or positive depending on how you look at it) is that our ATT phones had very spotty service, usually no more than one bar, if any, regardless of WeBoost use. C2T is close enough to the interstate to be a viable stop over on that long trip. Run, don't walk to C2T!!!
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Gustavo
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful, calm and clean area.
Highly recommend to anyone.
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Sharon
October 2025
Tent
Safe & peaceful. Get there before dark so can enjoy! It's beautiful!
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Jonathan
October 2025
16 ft car
Driving cross country and found this place. What a Gem! Campsites are spaced apart perfectly for privacy. If you want a shaded site they have it. If you want to be in the open, they have that too. Next time I want to take a tour of the ranch. Kudos!
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Lisa
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Beautiful, peaceful and well-maintained grounds with very warm and welcoming hosts. Chad actually moved us to the #20 South Beach site on the bend of the river because it was available; highly recommended, especially with kids! Lots of room to wander and easy access to the river.
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Sam
September 2025
Tent
This was my second time visiting. Great campsite and hosts! Quiet, safe, private. Nice to be right on the river with a great view of the cliffs on the other side.
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Lauren
September 2025
20 ft campervan
We were driving home from Utah and just wanted a private quiet place that was secluded in the middle of nowhere on our way home to KC. This was exactly what we wanted. It was 11:30pm when we arrived and I parked our truck facing the bluffs so that in the morning we would wake up to a beautiful view and then get outta dodge!
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Cory
September 2025
Tent
With pets
What a wonderful experience! We all loved it and wish we had planned to stay longer. Don’t skip this place!
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