Local Area Attractions Near Kansas City West / Lawrence KOA Holiday

We love our campground but if your looking for something to do while visiting Kansas City and Lawrence try some of these.

Country Stampede 2024

Country Stampede 2024

The Country Stampede will keep its roots in the State of Kansas while moving closer to the Kansas City metro area. This will provide a great opportunity to introduce new fans to the festival who haven't had the opportunity to travel to its previous locations. We are thankful to all of the municipalities and venues that inquired about hosting the event in their communities, but overall found Azura Amphitheater to provide the best fit. The Country Stampede welcomes its core group of festival goers that have been with the event from the start and will continue to offer multiple day camping. A Kick-Off Party on Thursday, June 27, 2024 will open the festival followed by two days of headliners on the main stage, Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29.

633 N 130th St, Bonner Springs, KS 66012

Bonner Springs, KS 66012

913-825-3400

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COPA 2024

COPA 2024

COPA AMERICA 2024 MATCHES IN KANSAS CITY
June 25, 2024: Peru vs. Canada or Trinidad & Tobago^ at Children's Mercy Park
July 1, 2024: United States vs. Uruguay at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
Winner of Canada vs. Trinidad & Tobago on 3/23/24, Children's Mercy Park will host two-time Copa America champions Peru on June 25, 2024. Currently at No. 35 in the FIFA rankings, Peru is led by 39-year-old striker Paolo Guerrero who has the most Copa America goals of any active player and has the most goals in Peru national team history. Peru will await the winner between Canada and Trinidad & Tobago when the CONCACAF members meet on March 23, 2024 in Frisco, Texas, with a berth in CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 on the line.
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium will host No. 11 Uruguay and No. 12 United States on July 1, 2024 in a marquee match-up for the Group C finale, as Gregg Berhalter's squad faces the two-time World Cup champions and two-time Olympic gold medalists. The U.S. Men's National Team is unbeaten all-time in Kansas City (10-0-2), including a scoreless draw against Uruguay in June 2022, and next year's rematch could feature many of the top players in North and South America, with U.S. MNT stars Folarin Balogun, Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah and Gio Reyna facing the likes of Federico Valverde, Ronald Araujo, Darwin Nunez and Manuel Ugarte for 15-time Copa America champions Uruguay.

Historic Downtown Lawrence

Historic Downtown Lawrence

Three miles from our KOA enjoy a meal or dessert at one of the many Downtown cafés, restaurants, coffee shops, or bakeries. Ethnic delights, artisan breads, locally brewed beers, classic burgers, shopping, street performances, festivals and everything in between can be found within the confines of our Downtown.

Worlds of Fun

Worlds of Fun

Play along with everyone's favorite beagle at Planet Snoopy in Worlds of Fun, featuring more than 20 rides, shows and attractions devoted to pint-sized play, plus daily meet-and-greet opportunities with Charlie Brown, Lucy and the rest of the Peanuts gang.

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Sea Life Aquarium

Sea Life Aquarium

The city's first aquarium, SEA LIFE is an amazing underwater world featuring more than 5,000 creatures, an underwater tunnel, interactive rock pool experience, demonstrations and more.

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Zip KC (Zipline)

Zip KC (Zipline)

One of the craziest places you can go zip lining near Kansas City West KOA just 20 miles south east.

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Legoland Kansas City

Legoland Kansas City

LEGOLAND offers a 30,000-square-foot interactive, hands-on play area featuring LEGO-themed rides, a 4D Cinema and other children's activities.

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Walmart

Walmart

Just in case you might of forgot something, yes we do have 2 Walmart close to our campground.  Both are less than 6 miles from our KOA

3300 Iowa St

550 Congressional Dr

Lawrence, KS 66044

785-766-5089

Topeka Zoo

Topeka Zoo

The Topeka Zoo is a medium-sized zoo in Topeka, Kansas in the United States. It is located within Gage Park, just off I-70 in the north central portion of the city. Despite its size, it houses over 250 animals in a number of exhibits, including one of the first indoor tropical rain forests in the United States. It is one of the most popular attractions in Topeka, with over 200,000 visitors a year.

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University of Kansas

University of Kansas

Located just 5 miles from our KOA the biggest college in Kansas.  Catch everything from a fall football game to a thrilling basketball game.

Breakout Lawrence

Breakout Lawrence

BREAKOUT LAWRENCE IS A BRAND NEW ENTERTAINMENT GAME IN BEAUTIFUL LAWRENCE, KANSAS. YOUR GOAL IS SIMPLE: YOU HAVE 60 MINUTES TO BREAKOUT FROM ONE OF OUR REAL LIFE ESCAPE ROOMS. CRACK THE CODES. USE YOUR GUT. SOLVE THE RIDDLES. FIND OUT IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BREAKOUT IN TIME!

3 miles from Kansas City West KOA

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Kansas City Zoo

Kansas City Zoo

Play like Dr. Doolittle and talk to the animals at the Kansas City Zoo. Encompassing 200-plus acres, you'll find more than 1,000 diverse creatures from Africa, Australia and Asia. Attractions here include an indoor rainforest, tiger trail exhibit, KidZone, polar bear passage and an African Sky Safari, among many others.

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Canoeing in Lawrence

Canoeing in Lawrence

http://kansasriver.org/ is the best way to find out about getting out on the Kansas River or nearby lakes.

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Kansas Speedway

Kansas Speedway

When Kansas Speedway opened in 2001, it served as home to some of the fastest and fiercest competition in Kansas sports history. Since then, Kansas Speedway has become one of the most popular and most diverse motorsports venues in the country. Kansas Speeyways holds IndyCar and 2 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Only 20 miles from our Kansas City West KOA  off of I-70.  We fill up in May and October for the Sprint Cup series so be sure to book early

400 Speedway Blvd

kansas City, KS 66111

866-460-7223

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The National World War I Museum & Memorial

The National World War I Museum & Memorial

Explore the world's most comprehensive collection of WWI collection.  Open daily, hours vary by the season.

2 Memorial Drive

Kansas City, MO 64108

816-888-8100

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Spencer Museum of Art

Spencer Museum of Art

The Spencer Museum's diverse collection, knowledgeable staff, and instructional spaces support research and education for all audiences. Located on the University of Kansas campus, the Spencer Museum of Art is a vibrant cultural center that sparks curiosity, inspires creativity and creates connections among people through art.

1301 Mississippi St.

Lawrence, KS 66045

785-864-4710

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Prairie Park Nature Center

Prairie Park Nature Center

Prairie Park Nature Center opened in 1999 as a 100-acre nature preserve on the east side of Lawrence. The preserve incorporates wetlands, woodlands, and prairie habitats and a five-acre lake. Visitors may see a wide variety of native Kansas wildlife on the property, including beavers, deer, bobcats and birds of prey.

2730 Harper St

Lawrence, KS 66046

785-832-7980

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Grinter Farms

Grinter Farms

Come and explore the beautiful sunflower fields in full bloom in the fall.  This is a free walk-thru.

24154 Stillwell Rd

Lawrence, KS 66044

Clinton Lake

Clinton Lake

Enjoy boating, fishing, canoeing or just enjoy the beach area at nearby Clinton Lake.  Special use amenities: 25 mile hike/bike trail, 5 mile cross country ski trail, archery range, 18-hole disc golf course, swim beach, sand volleyball court, mountain bike skills course, 3-acre trout pond, 1-acre children's fishing pond,  fish cleaning station and 2 fish feeders.

Clinton Parkway

Lawrence, KS 66049

785-843-7665

Perry Lake

Perry Lake

Located conveniently near the cities of Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City, Perry Lake boasts a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The lake is proud to host the 30-mile Perry Lake National Recreational Hiking Trail, renowned for its rugged terrain. Hikers will enjoy the scenic beauty of the 30-mile National Recreation Trail which follows the eastern shoreline. From Topeka 17 mi NE on US 24 to Perry.

The Oz Escape June 8, 2024

The Oz Escape June 8, 2024

The magical world of Oz arrives to the streets of your city in the form of an outdoor escape room-style experience.

You will use your phone to follow hidden clues, solve witty puzzles and complete fun challenges as you walk around the city.

Follow the story of the iconic team of misfits trying to escape from Oz before the witch has her way! The event is entirely based on the original The Wonderful Wizard of Oz novel by L. Frank Baum.

You can play at your own pace or against the clock to compete with friends or hundreds of other teams parading their fantastic costumes (wearing costumes is optional at the event).

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