Elk City Lake

Us Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas.

A precipitous rock bluff marks the north margin of the river for several miles above the dam site. The State of Kansas uses 11,680 acres of project lands for wildlife management and public hunting.

Camping and Day Use

  • Card Creek
  • Outlet Channel

Nearby Activities

  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Environmental Education
  • Hiking
  • Picnicking
  • Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

From Independence, 7 miles north on US 75, 4 miles west and 2 miles south on county road.

Additional Information

  • Elk City Lake Website
  • Virtual Tour

Photo Gallery

  • Ducks floating on the lake at duskDuck float on Elk City Lake
  • Ducks floating on the lake at duskDuck float on Elk City Lake

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