Warning
GeneralAttention all campers, the laundry facilities are permanently closed to all park guests.
About Outlet(Melvern)
Available sites
135 total sites
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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
Lavonne N
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: A-LO
Fantastic campground
Ami A
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: A-LO
NO HOT WATER IN SHOWER HOUSES!!!
Other than that, our stay was pleasant enough. The pads are getting old and weren't super level, so that's good to know. Do be careful when picking your spot. The pull-through spots are multi-stay spots (3-4 campers) and it would be very easy to get stuck between strangers with no where to park your truck and/or no way to leave when on your schedule if the spot in front of you is taken. They don't feel worth the trouble unless you are arriving as a group with multiple campers.
Did I mention we tried 4 different shower houses at various times throughout the day over 5 days and NONE OF THEM HAVE HOT WATER? To that effect, none of them had lukewarm water. I expected more from a COE campground.
Rhonda H
VerifiedOctober 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 142, Loop: C-LO
We love coming to the Outlet at Melvern lake. Have made so many friends through out the years. It’s always so so fun. Wish there was more full hookups but we will survive
Debbie H
VerifiedOctober 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: A-LO
We love Melvern Outlet. The only thing that was a tiny issue, was the men’s bathroom did not lock & my husband didn’t like that.
Debbie H
VerifiedOctober 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: A-LO
We love Melvern Outlet. The only thing that was a tiny issue, was the men’s bathroom did not lock & my husband didn’t like that.
ALAN B
VerifiedOctober 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: B-LO
If you love riding bikes and walking then you will love the
trails that is here get out and enjoy its the best and don’t forget the fishing area
deborah l
VerifiedOctober 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: C-LO
Beautiful restful site. Clean. Loved the nature walks.
It had a washing machine and dryer on site. I did not see this on the website but would be good to know.
Water and electrical on same side.
ALAN B
VerifiedOctober 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 111, Loop: B-LO
If you love riding bikes and walking then you will love the
trails that is here get out and enjoy its the best and don’t forget the fishing area
deborah l
VerifiedOctober 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: C-LO
Beautiful restful site. Clean. Loved the nature walks.
It had a washing machine and dryer on site. I did not see this on the website but would be good to know.
Water and electrical on same side.
Debra M
VerifiedOctober 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: A-LO
This is a nice campground but needs more enforcement of the rules. Very quite, nice size areas. Wonderful playground equipment. Hard to get reservations unless you are able to plan 6 months ahead.
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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