Best camping near Ellis

4 campgrounds · 4 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Ellis, 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 4 of 4 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Cedar Bluff State Park - North Shore
#1 Cedar Bluff State Park - North Shore Good
11.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Cedar Bluff State Park North Shore Camping Area in Kansas offers stunning views of Cedar Bluff Reservoir and surrounding wildlife. The area features hiking trails, fishing…
Why 59: live conditions (good) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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Ellis Lakeside City Campground
#2 Ellis Lakeside City Campground Good
2.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 68°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Ellis Lakeside City Campground in Kansas offers established campsites along the scenic Big Creek Lake, with easy RV and tent access. Reservations are not required—sites are…
Why 55: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
55Solid
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Cedar Bluff State Park - South Shore
#3 Cedar Bluff State Park - South Shore Good
14.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Cedar Bluff State Park's South Shore camping area in Kansas offers stunning views of the nearby lake and surrounding hills. This pet-friendly campground has 73 campsites…
Why 57: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
57Solid
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WaKeeney KOA Journey
#4 WaKeeney KOA Journey
15.9 mi away
WaKeeney KOA Journey is a RV park near Hays, Kansas.
Why 0: intrinsic quality
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Camping near Ellis

The Ellis area has 4 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 Ellis

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.

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