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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

Danielle C

Verified

July 4, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: RIVE

2

Campsite was easy to fine and accessible. Each site is very close together and there is no privacy between sites. Bathrooms were available and clean.

randy p

Verified

May 24, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: RIVE

5

Quiet friendly people and pretty

Deborah S

Verified

May 22, 2022 Stayed at: 019, Loop: RIVE

4

Plenty of sites, roomy and great amenities.

Richard P

Verified

April 25, 2022 Stayed at: 023, Loop: RIVE

4

We liked the small campground atmosphere, the cleanliness of the restroom facilities, the proximity of nearby parks and trails and the disc golf course. One thing that needs clarification tho is wood for the campfires. Our reservation specifically said to not bring in outside wood. We didn't, assuming there'd be places on site where we could purchase firewood. There were not. On a Saturday evening of Easter weekend we almost were without firewood for our stay. Thankfully the small town of Marquette was close by which, thankfully, had a small grocery store, which, thankfully, sold firewood. If you aren't going to allow firewood to be brought in from the outside you better be damn sure it's available to purchase at the campground area.

Kendra D

Verified

April 25, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: RIVE

5

The road into the campground ends with an unexpected short, steep curve. We stayed in site #5 which is nice and roomy but site #4's picnic table was directly outside our back window. There are 4 coed showers which are great! The campground has lots of beautiful trees and is very spacious. Our fellow campers were all very friendly!

Carl H

Verified

April 18, 2022 Stayed at: 005, Loop: RIVE

1

The campground and campsite were far below the condition we were expecting. Our site, along with several others had no site numbers on them, so we had to count and assume we were pulling in to the correct site. There were multiple dogs off leash, and people camping under a tarp stretched across between trees. Overall the vibe was one of destitution rather than state park camping. This was our next to last night of an 11 night RV trip, all stays in State Parks. This one disappointed, and we ended up travelling to a KOA for the night.

Steve D

Verified

November 24, 2021 Stayed at: 018, Loop: RIVE

2

Well maintained COE campground.

Bill C

Verified

November 14, 2021 Stayed at: 006, Loop: RIVE

4

We had a good one night stay at the Riverside Park COE Campground by the Kanopolis Lake. The spillway adjacent to the campground gives the river flowing behind the the sites some good current. We would definitely consider staying here again if our travels bring us this way.

Judy M

Verified

November 10, 2021 Stayed at: 024, Loop: RIVE

5

Great place, glad it's open so late in the season. We need more cool weather camping places.

Judy M

Verified

November 9, 2021 Stayed at: 023, Loop: RIVE

5

Needed more places open in the cooler months! Freeze proof faucet at the dump station is all that's required

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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