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Riverside (KS)

Smoky Hill River
The Dam Disc Golf Coure at Kanopolis Lake
General Campsite in Riverside
Riverside (KS)
Smoky Hill River

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
River Access
Playground

About Riverside (KS)

Riverside Campground is located on the Smoky Hill River just downstream from Kanopolis Lake in central Kansas, 30 miles southwest of Salina. Kanopolis Lake, one of the state's oldest lakes, provides many outdoor activities, including boating, fishing and hunting.

Number of accommodations: 24

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Hunting

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - May 1 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
River Access
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

24 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: RIVE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: RIVE
No Hookups
Price not available
015, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
016, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
017, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
021, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
027, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: RIVE
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (133)

What Guests Are Saying

Riverside (KS) is praised for its quiet, family-friendly atmosphere and proximity to amenities, making it an appealing camping destination. Reviewers appreciate the well-maintained campsites, clean restrooms, and access to fishing and trails. However, some noted challenges with signage and inconsistent bathroom cleanliness, but overall, the campground is seen as a great getaway spot.

Review Summary

4.4
133 reviews
5
57.9%
77
4
27.8%
37
3
8.3%
11
2
3.8%
5
1
2.3%
3

Kelly V

Verified

November 22, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: RIVE

3

Ranger really nice!
Leave the restrooms and shower house open until Nov 30th

Kelly V

Verified

November 17, 2020 Stayed at: 026, Loop: RIVE

3

Nice lake campgrounds well kept!

Clint K

Verified

November 17, 2020 Stayed at: 016, Loop: RIVE

4

Our experience was awesome! The non electric sites are free after November 1st! Also, we camped on a VERY windy weekend (40-50mph gusts) and the site we found was way down a hill and kept us sheltered from the wind. Campsite facilities are nice, with a park for the kids. One thing to note, the app is confusing when making the reservation, I ended up just calling in to make my reservation.

Travis E

Verified

November 15, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: RIVE

5

Always pleasant and nice and quiet

Joseph B

Verified

October 30, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: RIVE

5

The campground is outstanding. It is a great value (water and electric for $10/night) and there is plenty to do in the area. The volunteer camp hosts are superb and they work really hard to keep the campground clean and all the facilities working properly.

Rudy A

Verified

October 30, 2020 Stayed at: 023, Loop: RIVE

4

Great location for late fall camping.

Cassandra S

Verified

October 27, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: RIVE

3

This was a quick stop, one night, so I don’t have much to recommend. I do wish directions through the campground we’re made more clear. We pulled in 10 min after the ranger station closed and 50 min before a campground host became available. We drove around in circles, and there’s a lot of loops and different campgrounds. Otherwise it was quiet since we were there off season. Lots of space between sites. And we saw a few deer.

Linda A

Verified

October 23, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: RIVE

5

Love this campground and the Camp Host were great. Everything is so clean and well kept. Going back before it closes for the season and bringing friends.

Lauren S

Verified

October 14, 2020 Stayed at: 009, Loop: RIVE

4

Not much going on at the campground when we were there. Only 4 other campers on the property, so it was quiet!

Heidi P

Verified

October 11, 2020 Stayed at: 008, Loop: RIVE

5

Always a great time here. The facilities are nice and the setting is perfect. The two times we have gone the dump station at our campground has been flooded. Not a deal breaker since we can use other campsites dump station.

Location Riverside (KS)

Address:
Us Army Corps Of Engineers
Marquette, KS, 67464
United States

Highway access

The campground is located approximately 13 miles from Interstate 70, providing major access to the area.

Latitude & Longitude: 38.6103 / -97.957

Elevation: 434 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • All camping fee payments are required to go directly to www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Only credit/debit cards accepted
  • Remember to record your reservation number and be prepared to provide for proof of payment.
  • Caution: Sites 1-9 back up to a steep riverbank and may be dangerous to unattended children
  • April 1-April 30 and October 1-November 30: electricity ON; water and waterborne restroom availability subject to closure dependent on freezing temperatures. Vault restroom remains open year round.
  • For more information, call the Kanopolis Project Office at (785) 546-2294
  • 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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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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