Elm Grove - Scott State Park — RV Camping in Scott City, KS

Elm Grove at Historic Lake Scott State Park offers a memorable camping experience in the heart of western Kansas, located just 11 miles north of Scott City along the Western Vistas Historic Byway. Set among dramatic prairie canyons, craggy bluffs, and natural springs, the park surrounds a scenic 100-acre spring-fed lake, providing a striking contrast to the surrounding High Plains landscape. Campsites are equipped with picnic tables and grills, with restroom facilities available on-site. Pets are welcome, making this a great destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts traveling with their four-legged companions. The park features extensive hiking and nature trails winding through wooded canyons and alongside the lake, perfect for wildlife watching—deer, wild turkey, bobcat, and beaver are commonly spotted. History lovers will appreciate the park's remarkable heritage: it is home to El Cuartelejo, the northernmost Native American pueblo in the United States and a National Historic Landmark, along with more than 26 archaeological sites and Battle Canyon, site of Kansas's final Native American battle. Whether exploring on foot, casting a line on the lake, or soaking in the region's deep history, Elm Grove at Historic Lake Scott State Park delivers an outstanding Kansas outdoor escape.