RIVERSIDE (KS)

About

Overview 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. Recreation Kanopolis Lake offers great boating and fishing opportunities. On land, hunting, hiking, and biking are popular activities. Facilities Riverside Campground offers 24 campsites, 16 with electric and water hookups and 8 primitive campsites. Other amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, showers, a playground, dump station and direct river access. During the peak season (May 15- Sep 15) all camping payments will be made directly to Recreation 1 Stop. Below is the proper procedure when arriving at Riverside: 1.If Reservation is made prior to arrival, proceed to reserved site and have reservation number available for proof of payment. 2.If arriving without a reservation do the following: -Select Campsite (Reservations are not posted. Do not set up on site until payment is made) -Visit www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777 to check availability and pay for camping fees. -Record you reservation number for proof of payment -Set up on Campsite Natural Features The campground is situated on the wooded riverside where wildlife is abundant. Whitetail deer, Great Blue Heron, Quail, Turkey, Rabbits, Squirrels and a wide variety of waterfowl are commonly seen. Sandstone bluffs, rolling hills, and vast, open prairie lands surround the lake. Nearby Attractions The Fort Harker Museum in Kanopolis and the Rogers Art Gallery and Museum in Ellsworth both portray the settlement of the American West. Kanopolis State Park, Kansas' first, offers numerous trails for hiking, biking and equestrian activities. The park also has additional boating, fishing, and picnicking areas.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

• dump station

  Dump station

  0.9 mi

• fuel station

  Fuel station

  7.6 mi

• grocery

  White's Foodliner

  16 mi

• trailhead

  Wildlife Viewing Area Trail Trailhead

  3.1 mi

• attraction

  Kansas Motorcycle Museum

  7.7 mi

• recreation site

  Boat launch

  1.0 mi

Contact & access

• US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS · MARQUETTE, KS 67464
• 785-546-2294

Reservations & demand

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