Can you reserve a site at Riverside (KS)?

Yes, Riverside (KS) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Riverside (KS) have?

28 sites in total, of which 27 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Riverside (KS)?

80 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Riverside (KS)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside (KS).

Are campfires allowed at Riverside (KS)?

Campfires are allowed at Riverside (KS). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Riverside (KS), Kansas — 27 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

27 bookable sites
28 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 site for day use only
Vehicles up to 80 ft
Up to 32 people per site
Loops: ADMIN, RIVE

Site types

17 Standard Electric
9 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

28 campsites at Riverside (KS)

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
SP Electric	ADMIN	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	45 ft	8	🐾
SP Primitive	ADMIN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
001	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	45 ft	8	🐾
002	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	25 ft	8	🐾
003	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	45 ft	8	🐾
004	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
005	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	45 ft	8	🐾
006	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	80 ft	8	🐾
007	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	45 ft	8	🐾
008	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	50 ft	8	🐾
009	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	45 ft	8	🐾
010	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
011	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	50 ft	8	🐾
015	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
016	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	19 ft	8	🐾
017	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
018	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	60 ft	8	🐾
019	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	55 ft	8	🐾
020	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	45 ft	8	🐾
021	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
022	RIVE	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	13 ft	8	🐾
023	RIVE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	75 ft	8	🐾
024	RIVE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	70 ft	8	🐾
025	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	55 ft	8	🐾
026	RIVE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	70 ft	8	🐾
027	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	8	🐾
028	RIVE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	🐾
P06	RIVE	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	32	🐾

Getting there

From Salina, KS: Take HWY 140 19 miles west to HWY 141. Travel 14 miles south on 141, then 1/2 mile east on Riverside Drive. Look for signs to the park.
From Ellsworth, KS: Take HWY 140 15 miles east to HWY 141. Travel 14 miles South on Hwy 141. Travel 1/2 mile East on Riverside Drive and look for signs to the park.
From Lindsborg, KS: Take HWY 4 approximately 15 miles west to HWY 141. Travel 3 miles north, then 1/2 mile east on Riverside Drive and look for signs to the park.

38.61026, -97.95699 · 38°36'37.0"N 97°57'25.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 92°F in Jul, down to 42°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	42	46	57	66	76	87	92	90	82	70	55	44
Low °F	19	22	31	40	52	63	67	65	56	44	31	22
Precip in	0.7	1.1	1.7	2.5	4.9	4.1	4.0	3.5	2.7	2.3	1.1	1.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Riverside (KS)

Can you reserve a site at Riverside (KS)?: Yes, Riverside (KS) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Riverside (KS) have?: 28 sites in total, of which 27 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Riverside (KS)?: 80 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Riverside (KS)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside (KS).
Does Riverside (KS) have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Riverside (KS)?: Campfires are allowed at Riverside (KS). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Contact

Phone 785-546-2294
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Riverside (KS)