The best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds near Wamego, Kansas

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to platform for camping in the United States. If you're looking for an RV camping experience near Wamego, Kansas, with a river nearby, we've got you covered with over 200 available options. Our top campsites in the area include Enchanted Oaks (474 reviews), Blackthorn Retreat (98 reviews), and Basecamp Flint Hills (82 reviews). You'll be able to enjoy popular amenities like toilets, pets, and campfires, as well as activities such as wind sports, climbing, and paddling. With an average price of $35 per night and options as low as $10, you're sure to find a campsite that fits your budget. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to platform for camping in the United States. If you're looking for an RV camping experience near Wamego, Kansas, with a river nearby, we've got you covered with over 200 available options. Our top campsites in the area include Enchanted Oaks (474 reviews), Blackthorn Retreat (98 reviews), and Basecamp Flint Hills (82 reviews). You'll be able to enjoy popular amenities like toilets, pets, and campfires, as well as activities such as wind sports, climbing, and paddling. With an average price of $35 per night and options as low as $10, you're sure to find a campsite that fits your budget. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Blackthorn Retreat

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30mi from Wamego · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Randolph, KS

Blackthorn Retreat is a private campground unlike anywhere else in the area. Our campsites are nestled among towering oak, osage orange, walnut, and cedar trees. The result is a forest sanctuary where nature still thrives, wildlife roams freely, and campers can find both solitude and adventure. Here you’ll find a variety of ways to stay: dispersed camping under the trees, secluded sites for maximum privacy, canvas tents already set on wooden decks, a group gathering space, small cabins, and even areas for hammocks, RVs, and camper trailers. Every site comes with a picnic table and fire ring, and all guests enjoy access to clean porta johns, a hot-water outdoor shower, potable water, an electronics charging station, and plenty of communal amenities—a massive BBQ grill, multiple fire rings, a pavilion, clay pizza oven, and a playground for the kids. Beyond your campsite, 80 acres of woods, winding trails, and a river are yours to explore. Whether you’re here to watch wildlife, listen for the birds at dawn, share stories by the fire, or simply slow down and breathe in the stillness, Blackthorn Retreat is ready to welcome you. Adventure awaits—come see for yourself.

2. Glamping the Flint Hills

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34mi from Wamego · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · Junction City, KS

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tYHWJySa7pag2UEH2Awz8SA2tkbGhoXzDCdi7HzY_lI/edit?usp=sharing Once an old property of the railroad, then old dairy farm, now the property of a retired Army combat veteran: Equine Estates Rustic Ranch has over 80 acres of land and hosts the beauty of the Flint Hills of Kansas, seclusion of the great outdoors, and yet the location to all the amenities of the city just minutes away. Located just minutes from interstate 70, our home is easily accessible for the travelers both near and far. Our property can accommodate trailers with water and electric, tents, or even stay in one of our Glamping Bell tents or Rent a Tents.

3. Geist Family Farms

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33mi from Wamego · 1 site · Tent, RV · Topeka, KS

Geist Family Farms is a beautiful, peaceful 25 acres just north of Topeka, Kansas. The property features a well-stocked pond, wooded area with a creek, firepit, large fishing dock, and sandy swimming beach. Enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, camping, campfires, walking trails and exploring this peaceful property. There is only one campsite on property offering a private, safe and fun experience exclusively for you and your group. Geist Family Farms is 15 minutes from downtown Topeka, 10 mins from grocery store, and only 5 mins from gas, restaurants and conveniences. Owners live on-site, and are available when needed. Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them.

4. Tuttle Creek State Park

222 sites · Manhattan, Kansas

Discover Tuttle Creek State Park's diverse outdoor adventures and serene campgrounds.

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5. Tuttle Creek Lake

59 sites · Olsburg, Kansas

Discover the natural splendor of Tuttle Creek Lake and its outdoor adventures.

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6. Deer Creek Valley RV Park

38mi from Wamego · 119 sites · Topeka, KS

Discover the charm of Deer Creek Valley RV Park, Topeka's premier RV destination, uniquely situated just off I-70 at Exit 364B. Our park offers a perfect blend of convenience and tranquility, being centrally located near major shopping, dining, and essential services while providing a peaceful and secure environment. Just 1.5 miles north of Lake Shawnee, guests can indulge in a variety of outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, jet skiing, and paddle boating. The scenic 8-mile trail surrounding the lake is ideal for walking or biking enthusiasts. Our RV park features a fully concrete layout adorned with beautiful landscaping and surrounded by trees, ensuring privacy and comfort. The entire area is securely fenced and accessible through a gated entrance. Guests will appreciate our modern, all-automatic restrooms and showers, housed in a concrete building that also serves as a storm shelter. For added convenience, our laundry facilities are located within the bathhouse. During warmer months, take a refreshing dip in our in-ground pool, while children can enjoy the playground and our year-round fenced pet play area. Just outside the park, LonnieQ's BBQ restaurant welcomes visitors daily for lunch from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and offers dinner on Fridays from 5:30

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7. Council Grove Lake

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119 sites · Council Grove, Kansas

Discover the serene beauty of Council Grove Lake and its outdoor adventures.

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Public campgrounds near Wamego

Rocky Ford Campground

14mi from Wamego · 49 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek State Park

River Pond Campground

15mi from Wamego · 99 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek State Park

Riley Point Campground

15mi from Wamego · 26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek State Park

Tuttle Creek Cove Campground

18mi from Wamego · 48 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek Lake

Stockdale Campground

20mi from Wamego · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek Lake

South Randolph Campground

26mi from Wamego · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek State Park

Fancy Creek Campground

28mi from Wamego · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tuttle Creek State Park

Richey Cove Campground

36mi from Wamego · 43 sites · Tents, RVs · in Council Grove Lake

Canning Creek Campground

37mi from Wamego · 43 sites · Tents, RVs · in Council Grove Lake

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Santa Fe Trail Campground

38mi from Wamego · 33 sites · Tents, RVs · in Council Grove Lake

Stories from the community

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Janna

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Geist Family Farms

The site was quiet and felt private. There was plenty of space for 4 tents and our outdoor games. My dog enjoyed being able to explore freely.

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Jo

September 2025

18 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Glamping the Flint Hills

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely ranch! We only got to stay 1 night but we would have loved to stay and explore more! The host was very responsive and made us feel at home. Loved hanging out by the chickens and horses!

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Penny

August 2025

14 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Geist Family Farms

I took my grandsons aged 12 and 9 in my travel trailer. There is a wonderful dock, benches, deck chairs, and a fire pit. The beautiful pond and biting fish kept the boys happy along with building a fire. There is a shed which we visited in the evening for a shower and to watch tv. The most perfect views. I hope to make it back someday. Hosts are lovely people with beautiful children.

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Amy

July 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Blackthorn Retreat

Dave was a wonderful host. I would highly recommend staying here. Nice outdoor shower and porta potty available.

My tent at night. Dave has a charging and light station set up under the tiki hut - I also liked it for the increased protection from ground moisture. This was one of the driest spots!

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Marla

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Blackthorn Retreat

Dave has a beautiful set up with various sites. He was most gracious and attentive to my messages and questions.

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Julie

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Glamping the Flint Hills

Traveling home from vaca we were looking for a spot off the beaten path, quiet and somewhat secluded. This spot was definitely off the beaten path, quiet for the most part but the trailer spot is right off their main road. Secluded, is debatable. The trailer spot is approximately 300 ft from the host’s house. It is shaded with their farm animals within view. Horses and chickens. I’m not sure this would be suitable for us for a long stay but for a quick overnight it served its purpose. Host - Steve was helpful and very informative and helped with making sure we knew where to hook up. They did inform us of their land and where we could walk around but unfortunately due to the amount of traveling we took the opportunity to just rest.

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Kaitlin

June 2025

21 ft pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to Geist Family Farms

We had a wonderful time staying on Allie's land! The private bathroom and shower area was very clean. They were accommodating and kind and even brought us fish food and worms. The catfish were huge and fun to watch! It was an incredibly peaceful experience. Thank you!

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Winton

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Geist Family Farms

This site was perfect for our camper-children. Even beyond the excellent tent camp area and excellent fishing available, was the cordial and authentically real hospitality of Ryan and Allie.

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Chris

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Geist Family Farms

Great spot and host was awesome. Fishing was great.

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Gabe

May 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Blackthorn Retreat

Enjoyed staying here, it was a great spot, clean portajohns and Dave was very accommodating! Would stay again!

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Cori

May 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Geist Family Farms

My daughter, dogs, and I stayed in our tent by the pond. It was quiet and secluded but we were also just a few minutes drive from groceries and anything else we might have needed. The mowed paths were great, they gave us a map of all the paths on the property. My daughter loved playing in the pond and watching the fish. We ran to town and bought floatie chairs to add to the fun. In the morning there was a family of geese with five babies that floated around on the pond while we packed up. I felt safe and had a relaxing time. Hosts are very kind and helpful.

Jon

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Geist Family Farms

Great spot in Topeka. Completely private and very relaxing. 10/10 would recommend staying here.

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Rob

May 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Geist Family Farms

Such an epic trip for so many reasons. First, it’s hands-down one of the best fishing spots in Kansas. We probably got 35 to 40 fish the entire weekend bass, crappie, catfish (some over 10 pounds) sunfish and even a perch. Second, it’s a really great piece of land and the owners are simply incredible people. They brought us firewood and they had ice and a wonderful shower to use after a long day in nature. Third, close enough for needs but far enough to see the stars. Book it! You’ll love it.