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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
Pet Friendly
River Access
River Access
Playground
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

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • River Access
    River Access
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station
  • Playground
    Playground

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 - Apr 1 to Apr 30

Sites & Availability

24 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: RIVE
30 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: RIVE
No Hookups
$18.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: RIVE
No Hookups
$18.00
/ per night
015, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$18.00
/ per night
016, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$18.00
/ per night
017, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$18.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
021, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$18.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 024, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: RIVE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$24.00
/ per night
027, Loop: RIVE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$18.00
/ per night
🚐 028, Loop: RIVE
No Hookups
$18.00
/ per night

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

Donna F

Verified

September 30, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: RIVE

4

Won’t let me rate overall experience in previous step. It was very good. Really like this quiet clean area.

Mike M

Verified

September 11, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: RIVE

5

campground is clean. the restrooms/showers are clean. No issues with rowdy campers

Michael O

Verified

August 22, 2023 Stayed at: 025, Loop: RIVE

5

This is a quiet area situated among trees, which we like. The bath/shower rooms were very clean and showers were great.

Jesse H

Verified

July 23, 2023 Stayed at: 004, Loop: RIVE

5

Awsome place

Shannon W

Verified

July 21, 2023 Stayed at: 002, Loop: RIVE

5

We had an excellent time camping here. The camp host was friendly and welcoming. The Park Ranger was nice and explained to us about the parking on the grass rules. All other campers were quiet and friendly. The marina saved me with a replacement flip flop after mine broke while swimming. One of the kids with us caught and released a fairly large drum fish in the river on our last day there. Highly recommend!

Timothy F

Verified

July 15, 2023 Stayed at: 023, Loop: RIVE

5

It seems like we are camping with our family and friends. Everyone is pleasant and helpful. They guy next to us even backed our camper into our campsite for us.

Amy R

Verified

July 12, 2023 Stayed at: 006, Loop: RIVE

5

Great spot to get away from a ton of the business of the marina area. Bath house is kept up well and rec area good for kids. Excellent spot to camp and fish and we love camping down there!

Jesse H

Verified

July 2, 2023 Stayed at: 003, Loop: RIVE

5

Loved camping at Riverside

Thomas B

Verified

June 26, 2023 Stayed at: 025, Loop: RIVE

5

Plenty of space for our group of a dozen to hang out together for meals and around the fire in the evening. Our group will likely be back again next year. Thanks.

Mia K

Verified

June 3, 2023 Stayed at: 019, Loop: RIVE

4

Take the time to go to Marquette to Smoky Valley Distillery.

Location Riverside (KS)

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

Latitude & Longitude: 38.6103 / -97.957

Elevation: 434 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
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

General

Remember to record your reservation number and be prepared to provide for proof of payment.

General

Caution: Sites 1-9 back up to a steep riverbank and may be dangerous to unattended children

General

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.

General

For more information, call the Kanopolis Project Office at (785) 546-2294

General

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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