98% (713)
Top-rated campgrounds
98% (713)
Top-rated campgrounds
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Hanna
2 weeks ago
14 ft campervan
We loved our stay! The hosts were very kind, even helping us late at night with some of our electrical issues. The property is beautiful and has so much to offer. We will definitely be back!
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Brianne
November 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
We loved Harmony Lake! The property is well equipped with everything you need for a great stay. The animals were a favorite! The peacocks and geese are a great touch. Thank you to Joan and Kenny for a wonderful time! We will be back!
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Bob
November 2025
16 ft pop-up camper
This was probably our favorite Hipcamp stay! Gorgeous layout with all the amenities you could ever need. The hosts were amazing and truly a pleasure to work with. We don't usually leave reviews, but this experience more than deserved one! We will absolutely be back!
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Angie
October 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
This is such a lovely property to visit when you need to hit “pause” in a busy life. Ken and Joan are welcoming and helpful. We will certainly be back!
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Nicolai
October 2025
Tent
With pets
A True Hidden Gem! Pictures Don't Do It Justice!
My wife and I had the most wonderful weekend camping at Harmony Lake! From the moment we arrived, the hosts, Joan and Ken, were incredibly welcoming and hospitable. They keep the property in absolutely immaculate condition. We needed electricity for our site, and Ken made it happen without any trouble at all.
The views from our tent overlooking the lake were breathtaking—the definition of camping luxury! We spent our time relaxing and filming our new Coody Dome tent for our YouTube channel, "Gear Up, Go Explore!", and this location was the perfect backdrop. The description and photos online don't do this place justice; it truly exceeded our expectations.
The property has fantastic amenities, like clean showers, restrooms, and even communal propane grills and a kitchen area, which saves so much space when packing. We loved the little touches, like the friendly animals, the floating bridge to the island retreat, and the well-stocked lake for catch-and-release fishing. For just $15, they provide a very generous amount of high-quality firewood, which was super convenient.
Whether you're looking for a private, basic site in the woods or a full hookup site by the water, they have options. Our advice: book fast, because this place is amazing! Thank you, Joan and Ken, for an unforgettable experience. We will definitely be back!
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Jessica
October 2025
29 ft Class C
With kids
We’ve stayed here twice in the last month and it feels just like a private getaway for me and my family! Lovely hosts and pretty much everything we would need on hand to enjoy the amenities on the property. We enjoyed the paddle boats, the floating walkway, beach, trampoline, tables near the dock for a picnic lunch and hot shower in the guest house. Plan on coming back after winterizing our camper for those more mild winter days and use the kitchen/bathroom in the guest house for our water related needs.
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Dexter
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Joan and Ken are fantastic! The place is absolutely beautiful. If you are looking for a place to unwind in nature with incredibly kind hosts, Harmony is the place to go. Thanks again for giving me and my son a wonderful experience!!
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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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Jacob
October 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Joan and Ken were wonderfully friendly, communicative, and flexible hosts — even though I stayed only briefly, they made everything easy and welcoming. The farm stay is a beautiful location, and the campsite was comfortable and well-appointed. I’d happily return and would recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful, accommodating getaway.
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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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Khai
September 2025
16 ft car
My girlfriend and I had a wonderful time here! We would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to stay, Joan and Kenny were very accommodating and were always willing to help in any way they could. The land was also beautiful and we loved seeing their animals. The floating dock was awesome as well, wish we had more time to stay and enjoy their lovely place!
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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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Elizabeth
September 2025
20 ft Class C
With pets
This is one of the more idyllic private residences where we have had the pleasure to stay during our cross country journey. Thanks to the hosts for their flexibility on our late arrival as we’d been on the road longer than originally planned on our day of arrival. It’s a beautiful location also managed as a bed-and-breakfast. Super sweet. We recommend.
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Leeann
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Our guest greeted us at the gate and showed us a great camping place for my grandson and I to enjoy. The land was beautiful and surrounded by trees. We really appreciated the firewood that was delivered to us. Honestly, the online pictures don’t really show the beauty of this land and its surrounding area. One of our favorite activities for the weekend was to paddle boat around the lake and explore the gazebo in the island in the middle of the lake. Another amazing amenity is the animals that are walking around and especially the beauty of the peacocks. I look forward to having a family camp out and enjoying the beach. Make sure to bring a hammock because they have a wonderful set up. There are also many opportunities for recreational exercise along with hiking around the lake. This is absolutely one of my favorite hip camps that I have ever been blessed to be able to camp out.
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Dora
September 2025
36 ft fifth wheel
We loved our stay at Green Acres Farm,
So peaceful, and beautiful, . The host are so nice and engaging . Would definitely recommend staying there. We will definitely stay if we are in the area again.
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Ryan
September 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
The hosts are very kind and the property is beautiful. We would stay there again.
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Joshua
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Great people, great place! My family always a fun time! Thank you!!
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Natalie
August 2025
Tent
With kids
I cannot say enough good things about Harmony Farm, and the owners Kenny and Joan. This was by far and away the best camping experience my family have ever had. To say they went out of their way to accommodate us would be an understatement. We forgot our smores ingredients, and Joan arrived with a bag of marshmallows chocolate and crackers! One of our tent hinges snapped, and Kenny made it his mission to get it fixed and safe for the night! I have four young children and they were so kind and welcoming, I seriously cannot say enough good things. The farm itself was wonderful, just an absolute dream location. The children had fun in the lake, and admiring Boris the pig and the emu and peacocks. I almost don’t want to leave such deserving high praise as I loved how peaceful and quiet it was! Thank you so much for our stay, and we will for sure be back!
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rebecca
August 2025
Tent
With pets
We loved camping with Ken and Joan...we got a tent site ...it was fantastic...huge open areas for playing and amazing stargazing opportunities at night...great amenities, beautiful property and the host are so welcoming and helpful! Can't wait to return and spend more time here!!! Also they have an emu and peacocks!!!
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The best luxury RV camping near Lake Lotawana guide
Where to go
Lake Jacomo and Blue Springs Lake
Though Lake Lotawana is a private lake, there are plentiful public options nearby, offering wider accessibility. Lake Jacomo and Blue Springs Lake have 1700 acres of waters, with Fleming Park being a great jumping-off point for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and paddling. Three public campgrounds are operated by Jackson County Parks & Rec, including Longview Campground, Blue Springs Campground, and Jacomo Campground. Each offers basic and electric tent camping and RV sites, and some full hookup campsites are available.
Kansas City
Downtown Kansas City is just over 30 minutes west of Lake Lotawana. Head into town for big-city attractions, culture, history, nightlife, and more. Private RV parks are found across the metro region and through the suburbs, offering free wifi and full hookups. Venture outside of the city proper to find public campgrounds and outdoor recreation at Watkins Mill State Park and Weston Bend State Park, which have basic and electric tent and RV campsites.
Knob Noster State Park
The closest state park to Lake Lotawana is Knob Noster State Park, which showcases two lakes and a variety of recreational opportunities, including paddling, fishing, biking, and hiking. The onsite campground has RV and tent sites, both with and without electric hookups. The McAdoo Trail offers backpackers trailside primitive camping, as well.
When to go
If the lakes are your destination, summer is a best bet, though temperatures can rise into the 90s and above. Humidity is to be expected, but the cool waters provide a refreshing contrast. Spring is generally pleasant, though lake waters remain chilly late into the season. While fall isn’t best for swimming, it is a scenic time for a drive or hike, with good weather and colorful landscapes.