Warning
GeneralAttention all campers, the laundry facilities are permanently closed to all park guests.
Available sites
135 total sitesAbout Outlet(Melvern)
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water Access
- Beach Access
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Reviews (1360)
What Guests Are Saying
Melvern Outlet is a beautifully maintained campground known for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors enjoy the spacious sites, walking trails, and various activities like fishing and hiking, making it a family-friendly destination. However, some campers expressed disappointment over the closure of laundry facilities and maintenance issues, yet many plan to return for future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Melvern Outlet is a beautifully maintained campground known for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors enjoy the spacious sites, walking trails, and various activities like fishing and hiking, making it a family-friendly destination. However, some campers expressed disappointment over the closure of laundry facilities and maintenance issues, yet many plan to return for future visits.
Review Summary
Janet V
VerifiedJune 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: C-LO
Such a lovely experience camping at Outlet Park
Edward P
VerifiedJune 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: B-LO
Excellent campground
Janet V
VerifiedJune 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: C-LO
Such a lovely experience camping at Outlet Park
Lisa S
VerifiedJune 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: B-LO
We had great weather for the week so I got to do some kayaking and walking. We had some great neighbors too. Something that would have been helpful in reserving, especially if going with groups in Loop B where the 'zig zag' layout is, is that the campsites face each other where the "V" opens up to the outlet pond water. If the "V" opens up towards the dam, then the backs of the campers face each other. Sounds confusing until you look at the map. But from the map alone, it's hard to tell which sites face each other.
Lisa S
VerifiedJune 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: B-LO
We had great weather for the week so I got to do some kayaking and walking. We had some great neighbors too. Something that would have been helpful in reserving, especially if going with groups in Loop B where the 'zig zag' layout is, is that the campsites face each other where the "V" opens up to the outlet pond water. If the "V" opens up towards the dam, then the backs of the campers face each other. Sounds confusing until you look at the map. But from the map alone, it's hard to tell which sites face each other.
David G
VerifiedJune 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: B-LO
Grounds well kept, clean areas no trash
Vicky M
VerifiedJune 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: B-LO
This is one of my favorite places. The campgrounds and surrounding areas are very well kept. So many places to explore!
David G
VerifiedJune 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: B-LO
Grounds well kept, clean areas no trash
Vicky M
VerifiedJune 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: B-LO
This is one of my favorite places. The campgrounds and surrounding areas are very well kept. So many places to explore!
Howard H
VerifiedJune 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 121, Loop: C-LO
Awesome place,,, but don't tell anyone...:)
Location & Directions for Outlet(Melvern)
30442 River Pond Parkway, Melvern, KS 66510 United States
Elevation: 299 ft
Getting There
From US-75, take the Melvern exit. Turn west onto Melvern Lake Parkway and continue 1/4 mi to the cut-off road, then another 1/4-mile west to River Pond Parkway and follow into the campground.
Highway access
The campground is accessible via US-75, with the Melvern exit providing direct access to Melvern Lake Parkway.
Policies & Rules
General
- Attention all campers, the laundry facilities are permanently closed to all park guests.
- Special creel and length limits are enforced on the park fishing pond
- Failure to be on site within 24 hours of your reservation status.
- A poilicy of the Corps of Engineers is to require all campers, including camping units, that camping at one or more campsites at any one water resource project for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site within a fire ring. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
- Call the Melvern Lake Project Office at 785-549-3318 with additional questions
- Melvern Lake virtual tour available at: http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/melvern/tour.html
- Reminder that campsites in B-loop do not have firerings, if you would like to bring your own make sure it is off the ground.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralAttention all campers, the laundry facilities are permanently closed to all park guests.
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Last updated: October 21, 2026