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Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area

Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground
Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground manure bunker
Rockhaven Park Equestrian day use area vault toilet
Rockhaven Park Equestrian Campground horseshoe pit
Rockhaven Restroom and Shower Building

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Showers
Showers

About Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area

Rockhaven Park is located on the south side of Clinton Lake, west of the Dam on the Rock Creek Arm of the lake. Rockhaven Park is the trailhead for the South Shore Trails (equestrian and hiking trails on the south side of the lake) and is the only place where equestrians can camp overnight with their horses and mules.

Number of accommodations: 24

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access
  • Showers
    Showers

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
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Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - Apr 1 to Nov 30

Sites & Availability

24 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
Electric Only
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
Electric Only
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
Electric Only
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 13E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 14E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 15E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 16E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 17E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 18E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 19E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 2, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 20E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 21E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 22E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 23E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 24E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
30 Amp · Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 3, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 4, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 5, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 6, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 7, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
Electric Only
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 8, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
Electric Only
$14.00
/ per night
🚐 9, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND
Electric Only
$14.00
/ per night

Reviews (75)

What Guests Are Saying

Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area offers clean facilities, hot showers, and well-kept campsites, making it a pleasant destination for campers and equestrians alike. Many appreciate the spacious sites and well-marked trails, although some trails require maintenance and are currently affected by flooding. Concerns have been raised about non-equestrian campers using designated horse sites, which could impact the safety and experience for horseback riders.

Review Summary

4.2
75 reviews
5
54.7%
41
4
28.0%
21
3
5.3%
4
2
5.3%
4
1
6.7%
5

Deitre C

Verified

December 21, 2025 Stayed at: 7, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

5

I love this campground they have hot showers, restrooms, a dumpster, playground, shelter, and potable water. My only complaint would be that the spaces not reserved for equestrian use are not shady. Since the spaces reserved for horse folks are sparsely used, it might make sense to open up more spots for other campers.

Kelley C

Verified

November 27, 2025 Stayed at: 15E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

4

Got a campsite we could use a couple hoses to fill holding tanks. Would not have stayed in one we could not get water. Wish the lower trail by the water was open to have more riding options. Debris from flood still an issue so trail was closed. Understand that does take a lot of work. Otherwise the campground was clean, pens were good and close to campsite. Not “packed” in together like private campgrounds seem to do. Great weekend!

James M

Verified

November 17, 2025 Stayed at: 23E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

3

bath house was not open. We were not aware they close bath house nothing in reservation information of closing.

Bill B

Verified

November 14, 2025 Stayed at: 10, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

4

very quiet. few campers and perfect weather. water had been turned off for winter. i always wish that they would leave 1 deep water faucet on. but i get it.

Bill J

Verified

November 2, 2025 Stayed at: 18E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

4

Great place to ride

James M

Verified

November 2, 2025 Stayed at: 19E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

1

t was raining and cold trails to wet to ride, we didn't go. Was to late to cancel and get refund. Think it would be nice if we would have had option to reschedule it least. We are going next weekend hopefully trails will be dried out.

Bill J

Verified

October 20, 2025 Stayed at: 18E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

4

Rangers need to patrol more often as there are none equestrian campers staying in equestrian spots that should not be allowed. We work hard on our trails and equestrian people want to come, but they can’t because it’s full.

Yolonda G

Verified

October 15, 2025 Stayed at: 14E, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

4

Clean campground. Easy parking. Fairly good marked trails.

Deitre C

Verified

October 11, 2025 Stayed at: 5, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

5

Clean bathrooms, hot showers with excellent pressure. This campground seems lightly used. Its emphasis is as a facility for equestrian campers but there are a few spaces for non-horsey campers as well. Perhaps it would be more utilized if more of the spaces were horse-optional. There are trails for hiking or riding as well as a picnic shelter and small playground.

Amy B

Verified

October 3, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: ROCKHAVEN PARK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

5

The campground and trails are wonderful, I’ve been going here for years. However the constant non-equestrians that stay in the park are hazardous and unsafe. We’ve had non-equestrian campers drive fast, have late night parties with drugs, and use up horse sites with pens. The corp has really laxed in enforcement of this being a “horse only” campground. It’s very unfortunate as the trails around this campground were established by the community and maintained for over 50 years. All that hard work will most likely be for nothing in the future if something isn’t done. Horse people won’t come camp if they don’t feel safe.

Location Rockhaven Park Campground and Equestrian Area

Address:
1050 E. 700 Rd.
Lawrence, KS, 66047
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.8913 / -95.3755

Elevation: 305 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Campsites are available to anyone. Sites 1-4 and 10-24 include equestrian accommodations for campers with horses or mules. Campsites 13E-24E have electrical services, all other sites are primitive.

General

Campsite Occupancy/Capacity:
     - Two vehicles per site
     - 8 people max per site
     - Two camping unites per site; either two tents or one tent and one RV/Trailer 

General

Vehicles must be operated in accordance with applicable state laws. Only licensed vehicles operated by a licensed driver can be used within a public use area. Park roads are for ingress and egress only. Absolutely No ATVs, UTVs, Golf Carts, or other battery operated vehicles can be operated in the park. All vehicles must remain on paved or graveled surfaces. Parking vehicles on the grass is prohibited, please keep at least 2 tires on paved/graveled surfaces when parking vehicles and boat trailers (unloaded trailers may be parked in the grass adjacent to your site). 

General

DISCOUNT PASSES must be presented upon arrival and can only be used for ONE site where the cardholder is the REGISTERED camper. Fraudulent use of a discount pass may result in loss of pass and a mandatory appearance in court in accordance with Title 36 CFR 327.23 (d) RECREATION FEES.

General

All pets must be kept on a leash not more than 6 feet in length. Pets are not allowed in the shower building or restrooms. Pet waste needs to be picked up by pet owner. 

General

Adverse trail conditions may result in temporary trail closures.

General

14 Day Policy: Camping or overnight occupancy in a campground by any person or group for more than 14 days within a 30-day period is prohibited. After 14 days campers will be required to change campgrounds and not return during that 30-day period. Consecutive reservations under different names that exceed 14 days are not authorized and are subject to eviction and/or the issuance of a citation in accordance with Title 36 CFR 327.7 (b).

General

Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m and are strictly enforced. This includes turning off radios and generators at 10:00 p.m. All visitors not staying overnight at the campsite must also leave the park by 10:00 p.m. For late night problems, call the Douglas County Sheriff's Department at 785-843-0250.

General

Commercial operations are prohibited on USACE operated lands.

General

Fires must be confined to fire rings provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Dead and downed wood may be used for firewood, cutting of standing trees, limbs, or bushes is prohibited. Operation of a chainsaw is prohibited, hand tools are allowed. Please do not dispose of trash in fire rings.

General

Please keep a clean campsite during your stay. Place all garbage in the dumpster. Two concrete compost pens have been provided for disposal of horse manure from
campsites and horse corrals (Please clean site of manure before leaving).

General

Horses must not be tethered directly to or in trees, however, hitching rings and tie lines may be used.

General

All horse corrals are first-come first-serve, even horse carrols in close proximity to a campsite are first-come first-serve.

General

Electric fences are not allowed.

General

No firewood from outside Douglas or Shawnee counties, in Kansas, permitted. Please help us prevent the spread of the Emeral Ash Borer insect. For more information contact the Clinton Lake Project Office at (785) 843-7665. Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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