This Army Corps of Engineers campground operates seasonally from late April through December, accommodating RVs up to 65 feet with full hookups available at select sites. Located within the Kanopolis Recreation Area, the facility provides drive-in, walk-in, and boat-in access options for different camping preferences.
Site layouts vary considerably across the campground. Lakefront spots along the access road tend to be smaller and less level, while upper sites away from the water offer more space and better leveling for larger rigs. "Everyone I've visited has been clean, spacious and well maintained," notes Doug W. about Corps campgrounds generally. Most sites include electricity, with some also providing water hookups.
The campground experiences lighter crowds during weekdays and shoulder seasons, when campers often find themselves with minimal neighbors. Cell coverage reaches five bars for Verizon users with good data speeds. Restroom facilities receive mixed reviews for cleanliness standards. A playground serves families, and fishing opportunities draw anglers to the adjacent waters.
Campers can explore additional options at nearby Sandyshore Campground — Kanopolis State Park and Yankee Run. The setup works well for RV travelers seeking full hookups and lake access in central Kansas.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundVenango - Kanapolis Campground is located in Kansas
Directions
From Salina, KS: Take HWY 140 19 miles west to HWY 141. Travel 12 miles south on 141, then 1/2 mile west on paved road; look for signs to the park.
Address
105 Riverside Dr
Marquette, KS 67464
Coordinates
38.63306089 N
97.98750075 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/2/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/2/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 20 min from Manhattan, KS
- 1 hr 25 min from Wichita, KS
- 1 hr 58 min from Topeka, KS
- 2 hrs 17 min from Lawrence, KS




