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Riverside East

Riverside East Campground is located on the east bank of the Neosho River in the hills of Kansas. Check-in time is 4 p.m. and Check-out time is 3 p.m. This 168-acre park is part of the John Redmond Reservoir and offers countless water sports and activities for outdoor enthusiasts. John Redmond Reservoir, around 30,000 acres total, provides excellent opportunities for fishing and hunting. White crappie, white bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish and various sunfish species can be found in abundance. Several trails wind through the hills and along the shore. The Otter Creek ATV area is located at the west end of the dam and provides 140 acres of trails for dirt bikes and ATVs.

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Riverside East #34
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Standard with electric41
Host/management12
group shelter electric2
Total55

Amenities & rules

Electric hookupsWater hookupsPets allowedCampfires allowedMax vehicle length 75 ftRVs & trailersTents

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Getting there

From Burlington, Kansas, take US 75 north for about 3.5 miles, then turn west onto Embankment Road and continue for 1.5 miles and follow signs to park entrance.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.