Best camping near Cherokee
8 campgrounds · 8 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Cherokee, Kansas — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 8 of 8 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Backpack Camp
Good
19.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Backpack Camp is a camping area located in the state of Missouri. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground provides picnic tables…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#2
Prairie State Park
Good
20.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Prairie State Park, located in the state of Missouri, offers a serene camping experience with its stunning natural beauty and wide range of amenities. The campground provides…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#3
Crawford State Fishing Lake
Good
13.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Crawford State Fishing Lake camping area, located in Kansas, offers a range of amenities to make for a comfortable camping experience. The campground provides picnic tables, fire…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#4
Four Oaks RV Park
Good
9.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Four Oaks RV Park in Russell, Kansas, offers established campsites ideal for RV travelers, with full hookups (water, electric, sewer), picnic tables, and fire rings at each site…
Why 73: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
73Top-rated
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#5
Pittsburg City
Good
9.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Pittsburg City camping area is a serene and picturesque campground located in the state of Kansas. The campground offers a wide range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping…
Why 73: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
73Top-rated
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#6
Danny Elliott Park
Good
18.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Danny Elliott Park is a charming camping area located in the state of Kansas. It offers a range of amenities that cater to campers' needs, making it a delightful destination for…
Why 58: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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#7
Kamp Siesta
Good
18.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Kamp Siesta in Kansas offers established campsites with RV access but no dispersed camping. Reservations aren’t typically required, and fees are modest. Amenities include picnic…
Why 58: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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#8
Big Brutus Museum
Good
6.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
The Big Brutus Museum camping area, located in the state of Kansas, offers campers a unique experience with its proximity to the iconic Big Brutus, a gigantic electric coal…
Why 55: live conditions (good) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
Camping near Cherokee
The Cherokee area has 8 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Cherokee
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.