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

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

24 total sites

RV Sites

19 sites

Tent Sites

5 sites

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

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round

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 Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Playground 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
Missing information?

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

Reviews (139)

What Guests Are Saying

Riverside Park is praised for its quiet atmosphere, well-maintained campgrounds, and clean facilities, including daily cleaned bathrooms. Many visitors enjoy the spacious, shaded sites and family-friendly access to the river and trails. Some concerns were raised about specific camping spots and obstructed paths, but overall, the location remains a cherished camping destination for many.

Review Summary

4.3
139 reviews
5
57.6%
80
4
27.3%
38
3
8.6%
12
2
4.3%
6
1
2.2%
3

George M

Verified

June 23, 2021 Stayed at: 023, Loop: RIVE

5

during the week there is very few people and the area is quiet, which is why I come during the week. the bathhouse was kept clean, the camp volunteers and staff let me know they would be able to assist me with any difficulty i had. My information did not at first align with my card. had to come there to realign and make a reservation. the ranger I spoke with made that chore extremely simple. I would not go anywhere else.

Marilyn L

Verified

July 21, 2021 Stayed at: 006, Loop: RIVE

4

We truly enjoyed the campground. While there visiting family, we also visited Mushroom State Park and Pawnee Rock State Park.

Michael S

Verified

August 5, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: RIVE

5

Nice quiet location. Clean facilities.

Todd M

Verified

August 8, 2021 Stayed at: 025, Loop: RIVE

5

great place to camp for the night

Brent B

Verified

August 18, 2021 Stayed at: 019, Loop: RIVE

4

Nice campground that is well maintained. Bathroom/showers were reasonably clean. Would stay here again for a night or two.

Heidi P

Verified

August 22, 2021 Stayed at: 025, Loop: RIVE

5

This campground is always great. Spacious sites and clean bathrooms. We had a low hanging tree branch that was a problem with our camper. We told them about it and they said they would take care of it. Of course not while we were parked under it. We shall see if it is resolved on our next trip back.

George M

Verified

August 26, 2021 Stayed at: 023, Loop: RIVE

5

the only ting I miss is the nearness of a convenience store. it is 14 miles to the nearest town for food and other necessities.

Lisa F

Verified

August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: RIVE

5

A lot of shade, quiet environment, fun time fishing.

Bob M

Verified

September 5, 2021 Stayed at: 024, Loop: RIVE

5

We love the quiet location and space. The campsites have sufficient distance between them to give the privacy desired. Bathrooms are well maintained and clean.

Kellie D

Verified

September 13, 2021 Stayed at: 027, Loop: RIVE

5

Great clean and spacious camping area. Bathrooms were nice and clean. Our kids enjoyed the trails, park and riding their bikes around. Lots of shade trees around!

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.

Elevation: 434 feet

Distance to downtown

11 mi drive to downtown Marquette (about 14 min)

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: September 7, 2026

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