Warning

General

Attention all campers, the laundry facilities are permanently closed to all park guests.

aerial view of Outlet Campground
Outlet Park swimming beach
Trail head playground in Outlet Campground
B-Loop shower house in Outlet campground
Entrance sign to Outlet Park

About Outlet(Melvern)

Outlet Campground is situated below the Melvern Lake Dam on the eastern edge of the Flint Hills of Kansas. Visitors enjoy the area's wide range of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting. Find a virtual tour of Melvern Lake at http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/melvern/tour.html

Available sites

135 total sites

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 Oct 30

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

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

135 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 002, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 003, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 004, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 005, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 011GC, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 012GC, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 017, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 018, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 019, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 020, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 021, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 022, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 023, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 024, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 025, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 026, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 027, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 028GC, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 029GC, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 034, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 035, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 036, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 037, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 038, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 039, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 040GC, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 043, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 044, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 045, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 046, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 047, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 048, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 049, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 050, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 051, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 052, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 053, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 054, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 055, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 056, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 057, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 058, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 059, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 060, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 061, Loop: A-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 062, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 063, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 064, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 065, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 066, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 067, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 068, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 069, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 070, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 071, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 072, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 073, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 074, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 075, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 076, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 077, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 078, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 079, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 080, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 081, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 082, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 083, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 084, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 085, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 086, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 087, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 088, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 089, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 090, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 091, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 092, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 093, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 094, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 095, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 096, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 097, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 098, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 099, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 100, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 101, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 102, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 103, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 104, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 105, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 106, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 107, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 108, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 109, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 110, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 111, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 112, Loop: B-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 113, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 114, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 115, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 116, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 117, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 118, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 119, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 120, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 121, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 122, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 123, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 124, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 125, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 126, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 127, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 128, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 129, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 130, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 131, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 132, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 133, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 134, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 135, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 136, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 137, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 138, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 139, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 140, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 141, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 142, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 143, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 144, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 145, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 146, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 147, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 148, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 149, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 150, Loop: C-LO RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved

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.

Review Summary

4.5
1360 reviews
5
64.9%
882
4
24.5%
333
3
7.6%
104
2
2.1%
29
1
0.9%
12

Delbert S

Verified

April 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 098, Loop: B-LO

3

It was very cold and windy we could not even enjoy our stay.

Kathleen D

Verified

April 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: C-LO

5

Always clean, main gate host very friendly, sites cleaned & in order between guests. Trails maintained. All equipment in working order.

Kathleen D

Verified

April 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 147, Loop: C-LO

5

Always clean, main gate host very friendly, sites cleaned & in order between guests. Trails maintained. All equipment in working order.

Noela C

Verified

March 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: B-LO

5

This campground loop (B) is great. Almost level, with w/e/s hookups, close to the pavilion, it's one of our favorite places to camp.

Noela C

Verified

March 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: B-LO

5

This campground loop (B) is great. Almost level, with w/e/s hookups, close to the pavilion, it's one of our favorite places to camp.

Randi B

Verified

November 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 107, Loop: B-LO

5

We enjoy the full hook ups. We always come to the Outlet to do our end of the season winterizing. We also love the walking trails near the water and around the river! Just remember to bring your fire pit if you want a fire, you usually do in October.

Randi B

Verified

November 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 107, Loop: B-LO

5

We enjoy the full hook ups. We always come to the Outlet to do our end of the season winterizing. We also love the walking trails near the water and around the river! Just remember to bring your fire pit if you want a fire, you usually do in October.

Duane H

Verified

November 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 129, Loop: C-LO

4

We did a same-day arrival reservation for one of the open RV spots in C-loop Outlet Park. These spots are pretty highly sought after because they are mostly shaded outlet park fishing pond spots that are double width large lots with water, sewer, and 20/30/50-amp electric connections. The only real downsides to these spots are the longer drive through the outlet park to get to them, and their openness to the wind that typically plagues outdoor activities in Kansas. On-air TV in the C-Loop is all but non-existent unless you can aim east to Kansas City stations, as there is a large hill to the north that blocks connectivity. Cell service is adequate, but we've had experiences here where phone connectivity is poor quality and hotspot data streaming is challenged. It depends somewhat on who your carrier is. Walking to fish is possible from any spot in C-loop, and bicycling on roads and paths is a popular past-time because the terrain is flat. There are also hiking trails through the woods and around the fishing pond available, as well as a big-toy available for the kids near B-loop. The three loops in outlet park each have a nice shower house that includes limited laundry capability, but it may be a sizeable walk from some of the campsites. I highly recommend Outlet Park for your camping adventure.

James W

Verified

November 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: A-LO

5

This is a GREAT place to visit...
A lot of room to relax and enjoy the park.
While there is NO sewer hookup at the site, the dump station is clean and accessible.
(No problem for a 3 / 4 night stay)
Water and electric are available at all sites... Need to verify, but I think 30 & 50amp available at all sites.

Hesitated doing a review, because I want to be able to go back. :)

Duane H

Verified

November 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 129, Loop: C-LO

4

We did a same-day arrival reservation for one of the open RV spots in C-loop Outlet Park. These spots are pretty highly sought after because they are mostly shaded outlet park fishing pond spots that are double width large lots with water, sewer, and 20/30/50-amp electric connections. The only real downsides to these spots are the longer drive through the outlet park to get to them, and their openness to the wind that typically plagues outdoor activities in Kansas. On-air TV in the C-Loop is all but non-existent unless you can aim east to Kansas City stations, as there is a large hill to the north that blocks connectivity. Cell service is adequate, but we've had experiences here where phone connectivity is poor quality and hotspot data streaming is challenged. It depends somewhat on who your carrier is. Walking to fish is possible from any spot in C-loop, and bicycling on roads and paths is a popular past-time because the terrain is flat. There are also hiking trails through the woods and around the fishing pond available, as well as a big-toy available for the kids near B-loop. The three loops in outlet park each have a nice shower house that includes limited laundry capability, but it may be a sizeable walk from some of the campsites. I highly recommend Outlet Park for your camping adventure.

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.

Nearest town

Melvern, KS - 4.2 mi

About 7 min to downtown

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

General

Attention all campers, the laundry facilities are permanently closed to all park guests.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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Population: 352

Nearby city: Topeka, KS

Approx. 37 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,020 ft

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