Campground
Smith's Fork Campground
Discover the perfect spot for your next outdoor adventure at Smith’s Fork Campground, tucked away in the back of beautiful Smith’s Fork Park near the Smithville Lake dam. This full-service, family-friendly campground offers everything you need for a comfortable stay—each campsite includes electric, water, and sewer hookups. Enjoy easy access to fishing, hiking trails, and nature exploration, plus convenient on-site amenities like restrooms, a shower house, and a laundry room.
Camping season: April 1 - October 31
2025 Reservations: Open now!
2026 Reservations: Open April 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Meet Our Camp Hosts - Chris & Janet!
Chris and Janet are the friendly faces of Smith’s Fork Campground! As our dedicated camp hosts, they keep a watchful eye on the campground, ensure everything runs smoothly, and help create a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
Passionate about camping themselves, Chris and Janet love connecting with fellow campers and often host fun, family-friendly events throughout the season. Whether you need assistance or just want to say hello, stop by Site #1 or give them a call at 816-532-1028. They’re always happy to help!
Fees & Information:
- All sites are $40.00 per night
- Refunds available up to 7 days before reservation by contacting the camp host
- Check-out time: 11:00 am
- Check-in time: 1:00 pm
- All campers are subject to a $5.00 charge for vehicles in excess of the primary tow vehicle and towed vehicle
- Ice is available to purchase at $4.00/bag
- Firewood is available to purchase for $8.00/bundle
- Registration through the campground is required before camping
- By camping at Smith's Fork Park Campground, the registrant and all guests acknowledge all campground rules and agree to abide by each rule
- Campground facilities are reserved for registered campground guests only
- The maximum length of stay is 30 days in any consecutive 60-day period
- Quiet hours: 10 pm through 7:00 am
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By camping at Smith’s Fork Park Campground, the registrant and all guests acknowledge all Campground Rules and agree to abide by each rule.
- NO ELECTRICAL CONVERTERS OR PIGTAILS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED
- Registration is required before
- Campground facilities are reserved for registered guests
- Campers must arrive within the first 24 hours of their camping stays or the sire will be made available for resale.
- Accessible campsite can only be reserved by or for persons with disabilities Proof is required at check-in.
- Parking is allowed in gravel areas only; no parking on the grass.
- The maximum length of stay is 30 days within any 60 consecutive-day
- The minimum stay for a recognized holiday is three (3) nights. Stays during a recognized holiday can only be canceled as a whole, not in Recognized holidays are Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Independence Day when it falls on a weekend.
- One camper and one tent per site OR two tents per
- Tents must be placed within 25 feet of the camp
- Campfires are allowed in the fire rings No campfires after midnight.
- The consumption of alcohol will be allowed on campsites
- Alcohol consumption will be limited to individuals 21 years of age or
- Obey campground traffic regulations and observe one-way traffic patterns.
- Keep the campground clean by placing all refuse in the trash
- Do NOT put trash in the fire pits
- Pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6’.
- No pets are allowed in the park. Clean up after your pet.
- No fireworks, firearms, or amplified sound.
- Satellite dishes must be placed within 10’ of the camping
- No washing of camping RV, towed trailer, or towing
- Powered scooters inside the campground must be street-ready with brakes (front and back), signal lights, headlights, and The rider must hold a valid state driver's license and obey campground speed limits and traffic patterns.
Camping privileges may be revoked by the camp host and enforced by Smithville Police for violations of any of these rules.
Directions from 169 Highway: Take Main Street east through historic downtown Smithville approximately 1.25 miles to Litton Way (this road goes across Smithville Lake Dam) head north on Litton Way and take the first left, Smith's Fork Dr. Follow to Campground on left.
GPS Coordinates: N 39° 23.761` W 94° 33.570