Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Kelso, KS
Nestled in the picturesque rolling hills of northeastern Kansas, Kelso offers a variety of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts, making it an ideal destination for RV, tent, and dispersed camping. For RV campers, the nearby Tuttle Creek State Park provides expansive sites equipped with amenities like electric hookups, picnic tables, and access to scenic hiking trails winding through lush woodlands and along the shimmering Tuttle Creek Reservoir. Tent campers will delight in Black Vermillion Recreation Area, where spacious campsites are surrounded by tranquil nature, providing a perfect backdrop for fishing, bird watching, and stargazing under the vast Kansas sky. Adventurers seeking solitude can opt for dispersed camping along the lesser-known backroads, where the serene beauty of the Flint Hills offers a tranquil retreat from urban life. With the majestic bluffs and serene lakes in proximity, campers can enjoy a myriad of outdoor activities, including kayaking, hiking, and wildlife viewing, all complemented by the fresh, clean air of rural Kansas. Whether you're an RV traveler, a tent camper, or a dispersed camping fan, Kelso promises a memorable getaway immersed in nature's beauty.
Cottonwood Point Campground in Marion County is located 1 hr 2 min southeast of Salina, KS with an elevation of 1,365 feet. There are a total of 171 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 167 sites can accommodate RVs between 24 and 122 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 114 sites have electric and water hookups. 57 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $100.00. Some amenities include shower, playground, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hillsboro Cove Campground in Marion County is located 57 min southeast of Salina, KS with an elevation of 1,358 feet. There are a total of 53 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 37 sites have electric and water hookups. 16 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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