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Atlas Ad Astra - Missile Silo

97%

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106 reviews

· Wilson, Ellsworth, Kansas · 24 acres

Hosted by Matthew F.

3 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Best in Kansas: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Matthew is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Come explore this incredible piece of Cold War History as you will get a tour of the underground Atlas F Missile Base!This is the site of a decommissioned Atlas F Missile Silo which was abandoned by the Air Force in the 60's. You can book separate from camping a historical tour of the Missile Base property and the underground Launch Control Center with a tunnel that leads to the 176 ft. deep Missile Silo.(This is a construction zone, as the bunker is being renovated into an underground home. Be prepared to sign liability waivers.) Located in the Smoky Hills of Kansas, you will be camping in beautiful fields with great views of a 250 MW windfarm. Hike over a mile of trails on the property and pick out your own camp spot. Join other guests at the top of the Missile Silo for a campfire at night and enjoy stargazing. Just mins away from the local tavern and restaurants in Wilson & a Brewery in the small town of Sylvan Grove. Nearby is Lake Wilson, one of the largest and cleanest lakes in the State, there are water sports and Epic rated mountain biking trails.

RV details

Travel trailers, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class A RVs, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Vehicles under 60 feet allowed

Back-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

6 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, communal

Toilet available

Composting toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash. My dog is friendly but I always ask that we get them acquainted and go from there.

Bins available

Trash bin

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from pump

No showers

Currently I am working on the two wells on the property for showers and running water. I do have a portable show available, but I usually swim in the Lake and shower up there.

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 3 vehicles

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Missile Silo Historical Tourexperience

$20.00

This is a 1 hour historical tour of the Missile Base. It will include a short hike from the Missile Silo, to the antenna bunker, wells & water treatment facility, Quonset Hut pads for construction, the escape hatch & of course the underground bunkers which include the Launch Control Center & a tunnel to the Missile Silo. This is currently a construction zone while I am renovating the property so you will be asked to sign a liability waiver. There are about 60 stairs to go down into the bunker.

Reviews

97% Recommend126 ratings · 106 reviews

Dj J.

3 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

To the stars!

12 ft campervan

Needed a place to stay and found this gem. Was everything I needed and the tour is the missile silo was awesome! Thanks Matthew!

Callum F.

9 reviews

Recommends

· November 2024

20 ft Class B

Great site that looks like its only going to get better in time, would highly recommend the tour too. Matthew is a fantastic, knowledgeable host and guide.

Catherine G.

3 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

This camping spot was simultaneously the most beautiful and coolest spot in Kansas. Highly recommend doing the tour as well - Matt made the tour super interesting and it was awesome hearing his ideas for the spot. We will definitely be back 🙂

Brad S.

5 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

Our second trip to the silo and we were amazed at the progress and how much has changed in less than two years. Matt’s vision is happening and it’s mind blowing. What hasn’t changed is the dark skies and bright stars that never disappoint, or the quiet Kansas hills with amazing views. Awesome host, and we look forward to another stay soon.

Garrett H.

5 reviews

Recommends

· October 2024

Tent

A very cool, unique site with secluded camping spots and a very friendly and knowledgeable host. I learned a ton from doing the tour. The host set up a community fire pit at night for anyone who wanted to join. He star gazing was incredible. Would recommend!

Jared R.

6 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Overnight Stay

Tent

Super easy to work with wish we had more time to explore

Location

Wilson, Ellsworth, Kansas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Washtáge Moⁿzháⁿ (Kaw / Kansa), 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Pâri (Pawnee), Nʉmʉnʉʉ Sookobitʉ (Comanche), Očhéthi Šakówiŋ, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking