Best camping near Lawrence
29 campgrounds · 29 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Lawrence, 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 15 of 29 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Camp 12
Good
12.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 12 is a beautiful camping area in Kansas that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. There are plenty of nearby activities to enjoy, such as hiking, fishing, and…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Camp 11
Good
12.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 11 camping area in Kansas is a wonderful destination for nature lovers. The campsite has 34 sites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground is…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Camp 13
Good
12.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 13 camping area is located in Kansas and offers stunning views of the surrounding hillsides and valleys. There are nearby activities such as hiking, fishing, and swimming…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Camp 10
Good
13.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 10 Camping Area in Kansas is a first-come-first-serve campground with 19 campsites available. The area offers stunning views of the nearby lake and surrounding wilderness…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Camp 2
Good
13.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 2 is a first-come-first-serve camping area in Kansas with 21 campsites, each equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. The campground offers stunning views of the nearby…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Camp 1
Good
13.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 1 is a peaceful camping area located in the beautiful Flint Hills of Kansas. The area provides stunning views of the surrounding prairies, perfect for hiking or scenic…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Woodridge Public Use Area
Good
13.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Woodridge Public Use Area is a popular camping destination located in the state of Kansas. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Visitors…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Camp 14
Good
13.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 14 is a beautiful camping area located in Kansas that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. There are plenty of nearby activities to enjoy, including hiking…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Camp 15
Good
13.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Camp 15 in Kansas is a beautiful camping area located in the Wilson State Park. The area offers stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscape. There are plenty of…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Cottonwood Camping
Good
18.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Cottonwood Camping is a popular camping area located in the state of Kansas. Situated in a serene natural setting, it offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 93 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Seaton
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Seaton Camping Area in Kansas is a picturesque campground located in the state of Kansas. This well-maintained camping spot offers a range of amenities to make your camping…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 111 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Boone
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
The Boone Camping Area in Kansas offers beautiful views of the surrounding lake and rolling hills. Activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking are available nearby. The…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 112 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Sioux
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
Sioux Camping Area, located in the state of Kansas, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides access to picnic tables, fire pits, and clean…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 107 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Chickasaw
Good
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
The Chickasaw camping area in Kansas offers stunning views of the nearby lake and surrounding nature. Activities include fishing, boating, and hiking on the nearby trails. The…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 112 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Bowie
Good
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 76°F
The Bowie Camping Area in Kansas offers stunning views of the surrounding lake and countryside. There are numerous activities to enjoy nearby, including fishing, boating, and…
Why 81: live conditions (good) · 112 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Lawrence
The Lawrence area has 29 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 Lawrence
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.