Longview
Longview Campground is situated on Perry Lake in the lush Kansas forest, offering peaceful, family-oriented camping. Longview offers families the chance to camp together in a group camp setting overlooking the lake.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
| group standard electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longview Primitive Group Camp | Group | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No | 50 / 10 | |
| Longview Electrical Group Camp | Group Standard Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 100 / 25 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
Longview Campground is known as a quiet, family-oriented destination. Longview has two Group Camp Areas. The upper loop of the group camp has 26 individual 30 amp electric sites located in a heavily wooded area at the top of a bluff overlooking the lake, perfect for large parties or family functions. The lower loop of the group camp is entirely primitve offering a picnic shelter, fire-pit, and vault toilet. The shower and restroom facility is located near the entrance gate right between the two loops.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Perry, Kansas, go 8 miles north on Ferguson road, then 2 miles west on 86th street and follow signs to the campground.
| Nearest town | Perry, Kansas |
| Coordinates | 39.1847° N, 95.4444° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Great Blue Heron ↗ | 18.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 34.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Come for the camping, stay for the disc golf! Directly adjacent to Longview Group Campground is one of the premier 18-hole disc golf courses in the state. With elevation changes on almost every hole, and plenty of trees to snag a disc, novice and pro alike can have a good time on this course. Perry Lake is also a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas--each offering their own array of unique shopping, dining, and attractions.
- 0.3 miLongview Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 2.9 miOld Town Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
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 situated on a high ridge overlooking the lake surrounded entirely by lush forests.
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. Although Perry Lake trail is for hikers only, horse back riders will find plenty of dedicated equestrian trails available on the west side of the lake, near Perry State Park.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Longview?
Sites at Longview are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Longview?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Longview have?
2 sites, including 1 group site and 1 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Longview?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Longview have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Longview?
The shower and restroom facility is located near the entrance gate right between the two loops.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Longview?
Yes, pets are allowed at Longview. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Longview?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Longview?
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. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Longview?
Perry, Kansas. Come for the camping, stay for the disc golf!
Source: Getting there
What if Longview is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Old Town (2.8 mi), Slough Creek (3.5 mi), and Rock Creek (4.4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby