Basswood Resort, Platte City

Basswood Resort - A 2-star lakeside camping destination with RV sites, cabins, and recreational activities in Platte City

Located on 20 acres just 9.5 miles from Kansas City International Airport, Basswood Resort offers 155 full hook-up RV sites equipped with 30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, cable TV, and WiFi. This Platte City hotel features a range of accommodations including furnished cabins, RV rentals, and celebrity-named suites like the Truman, Rudy Vallee, Bing Crosby, and McConaughey. Guests can dine at the on-site pizza parlor or purchase groceries and camping essentials at the country store. The property includes a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, stocked fishing lakes with catfish, bass, crappie, bluegill, and carp (no license required), and an outdoor theater for entertainment. Active visitors can enjoy the jumping pillow, shuffleboard, horseshoes, GaGa Ball, Pickleball, and walking trails throughout the grounds. Basswood Resort hosts themed weekend activities year-round, from holiday celebrations to specialized events like Chocolate Lover's Weekend and Pirates and Princesses Weekend. Situated 20 miles north of Kansas City, the resort provides access to nearby attractions including the Platte County Fair and Worlds of Fun amusement park.

Pros

The resort features private stocked lakes for fishing without requiring a license

Themed weekend activities run year-round with special events like Mardi Gras, Halloween, and Christmas in July

Accommodation options range from basic tent sites to luxury lodges sleeping up to 16 people

The on-site country store stocks groceries, camping supplies, and fishing equipment

Golf cart rentals are available for easy navigation of the 20-acre property

Cons

The swimming pool is seasonal and not available year-round

Some activities and amenities are concentrated in the summer months, offering fewer options during winter stays