Slough Creek Campground

DUE TO FLOODING DAMAGES, SLOUGH CREEK PARK WILL BE PARTIALLY CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES.
Slough Creek Campground is situated on Perry Lake in the lush Kansas forest. As the largest and most popular recreation area at the lake, Slough Creek is an ideal destination for family camping trips.CAMPGROUND GATE POLICY--Park entrance gates will be closed from 10pm-6am on Friday and Saturday nights and the entirety of holiday weekends. An exit lane is provided with one way traffic only. No late entrance will be allowed and only Park Staff or Emergency Personnel will be permitted though the gate after 10pm.

Facilities

Slough Creek Campground offers 204 reservable spacious campsites, ranging from walk-in tent sites to full electric and water hookup sites. In addition to the individual campsites, one large group camp is available for large parties or family functions and provides privacy from the main campground.

Nearby attractions

Perry Lake is a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City--each with their own array of shopping, dining, and attractions.

Natural feaures

Perry Lake Dam was completed in 1969 to help with flood control for the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. Today, the lake boasts 159 miles of shoreline and 12,000 surface acres of water, creating countless recreational activities for visitors, and earning it the nickname "paradise on the plains." The campground is surrounded by the lake on one side and a dense canopy of forest on the other, making it ideal for those wishing to enjoy the best of both environments.

Recreation

Perry lake has a reputation for being one of the best sailing lakes in the region; however, boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered here, whether it's sailing, power boating or canoeing. Perry Lake offers excellent fishing: White crappie, flathead catfish, walleye, white bass, channel catfish and sauger are in abundance throughout the lake. In addition to the vast lake, the area has approximately 27,000 acres of public land dedicated to wildlife management: turkey, deer, quail, pheasant, rabbit, squirrel, duck and geese are all found on these federal lands. For hikers, the 29-mile Perry Lake loop trail offers a range of terrain and difficulty from easy, gentle slopes in the south to rugged, varying elevation changes in the north. The Slough Creek trailhead for the Perry Lake Trail is located on-site. There is also a short loop trail through the Slough Creek Area called the Thunder Ridge Trail with the trailhead just outside the main campground gate. The Thunder Ridge Trail is approximately 2.5 miles and offers a diverse array of terrain and scenery in such a short trail.

Driving directions to Slough Creek Campground

From Highway 24 in Perry, Kansas, take Ferguson Road north for 7 miles, then turn onto Slough Creek Road and follow signs to the campground.

Location and contact info

Slough Creek Park, KS 66073

For campground inquires, please call:785-876-3127

Slough Creek Campground details

Campfire allowed
Checkin time: 6:00 PM
Checkout time: 6:00 PM
Max num of people: 8
Max num of vehicles: 3
Max vehicle length: 54
Pets allowed

Camping with an RV

Have you ever wanted to sleep at the foot of a mountain or wake up to the sound of the ocean’s waves gently crashing on the shore? When on a road trip, do you like to stop at every weird and wonderful roadside attraction? Do you ever just want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and get out into the great outdoors? Then renting an RV is definitely for you.

Camping in an RV allows you to adventure on your terms. Whether you’re looking to bond over an open fire with family and friends or you just want to get away for a while, there’s no better way to do it than from behind the wheel of an RV.

How Outdoorsy Works

Find the perfect RV

Choose your location, dates, and send the owner a request to book.

Delivery or Pickup

Arrange a pick up time with the owner or have it delivered to your driveway or destination.

Let us help

Most owners have the option to deliver and set up the RV right to your destination.

Adventure awaits!

Enjoy the freedom of the open road nd the assurance of 24/7 roadside assistance.

After your trip, return the RV to the owner on the same condition you recieved it.

Amenities at Slough Creek Campground

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Shade

RV Hookups
Electricity hookup
Water hookup
Sewer hookup

Activities at Slough Creek Campground

Camping

Hiking

Boating

Fishing

Biking

RV Travel Tips

Get all the comforts of home in your RV! Outdoorsy community member, Mike Jackson, runs through how to keep a comfortable RV with proper operation of AC and heating.

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Find the perfect RV for Slough Creek Campground

All towables

Trailer

Trailers for all types of towing vehicles, including SUVs and pickups.

Folding Trailer

Trailers you can tow with passenger vehicles or SUVs. A great way to transform average cars into adventure cars.

Fifth-Wheel

Larger trailers that attach to towing vehicles with a gooseneck extension in the truck bed.

Toy Hauler

Living quarters in the front with dedicated space for hauling motorcycles or other “toys” in the back.

Utility Trailer

All other types of towable trailers.

All drivables

Class C

Popular with small families and first-time RV drivers who want a little more room than a van. Comparable to driving a truck.

Camper Van

The smallest and nimblest of fully enclosed RVs. Drives like a van. Loves posing for Instagram.

Class B

A formal-sounding name for camper van, but just as photogenic.

Class A

Drivers should be comfortable driving bus-sized vehicles and dealing with parking limitations. Great for delivery.

Truck Camper

If you can drive a truck, you can drive a truck camper. Makes roughing it significantly less rough.

Other

All other types of drivable vehicles.

Adults

Children

Pets

2016 Flagstaff Micro Lite

Photo Friendly

Year 2016 Trailer23 ftPlatte City, MO

4.9(32)Sleeps 6

SUNNY 2016 22ft Bunk House Coachmen Clipper

Family Friendly

Year 2016 Trailer21 ftBonner Springs, KS

5(19)Sleeps 4

2018 Forest River Rockwood Mini Lite

Family Friendly

Year 2018 Trailer22 ftKEARNEY, MO

5(17)Sleeps 4

2018 Jayco Envoy

Family Friendly

Year 2018 Class C29 ftWellsville, KS

4.9(16)Sleeps 4, Seats 8

2017 Winnebago Minnie Winnie

Family Friendly

Year 2017 Class C32 ftPaola, KS

5(16)Sleeps 10

"Vanadium" Custom Adventure Van from VanDOit: DO Model

Family Friendly

Year 2017 Camper Van19 ftKansas City, KS

4.9(15)Sleeps 5, Seats 8

2017 Forest River Cherokee

Family Friendly

Year 2017 Trailer33 ftLee's Summit, MO

4.9(13)Sleeps 8

2015 Forest River Freedom Express Liberty Edition

Family Friendly

Year 2015 Trailer36 ftOlathe, KS

5(12)Sleeps 10

Questions about RVs?

Q.
What type of RV should I choose?

Start by determining how many people are planning to travel with you. Going on a solo-journey? Choose a camper van or a teardrop trailer. Bringing the whole family along for the ride? Consider a spacious Class A or five-wheel.

You’ll also want to consider amenities. For example, if you’re planning to cook on the road, you’ll want a kitchenette. If your campground doesn’t have public restrooms, you’ll want to search RVs with bathrooms. Check out full descriptions of our models to help you decide here.

Q.
Do the RVs have bathrooms?

Yes. Class A’s, Class B’s, and Class C’s and five-Wheels typically have bathrooms. Depending on where you plan on camping, you’ll want to double-check the availability of restrooms if selecting a rig without a bathroom. Nervous about renting an RV with a bathroom? Owners can help show you how to clean the tank or will offer to do it for you for a fee.

Q.
How does check-in work?

Once an Owner approves your RV reservation, you can coordinate a time to pick up your rig or have it delivered to your doorstep or campsite. At that point, the owner will do a key exchange with you and walk you through the RV and answer any questions you might have.