Crawford State Park
Open for the 2026 camping season (April 1 through October 31). Water systems are operational. All campsites are available both for reservations through campitks.com and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Extreme Heat Watch issued August 30 at 12:25PM CDT until September 4 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Kansas and central, east central, south central, southwest, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from noon Tuesday afternoon through 8 PM Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Heat Advisory issued August 30 at 12:25PM CDT until August 31 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Springfield MO
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Kansas and central, east central, south central, southwest, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Monday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from noon Tuesday afternoon through 8 PM Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
Crawford State Park encompasses 500 acres of rolling woodlands surrounding a scenic 150-acre lake constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s. Located 9 miles north of Girard in Crawford County, the park offers shady campsites peppered among a mature oak forest. Six campgrounds provide options ranging from primitive tent sites to utility sites with electric and water hookups. Campers can choose from approximately 28 primitive sites, 38 electric-only sites with 30-amp service, and 45 sites with both electric (30/50 amp) and water hookups. All sites feature level concrete pads, fire pits, and picnic tables. Two bathhouses provide flush toilets and hot showers, and a dump station is available for RV waste disposal. Beyond camping, the park offers excellent recreation including two boat ramps, a swimming beach, sand volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and a playground. The Deer Run Nature Trail provides a 0.75-mile ADA-accessible hike through woodlands, while additional trails accommodate hiking and mountain biking. Fishing for channel catfish, crappie, striped bass, walleye, and largemouth bass is popular on the lake.
Directions
From Girard, Kansas: Travel north on US Highway 7 for approximately 9 miles to reach the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $235 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (620) 362-3671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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