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Wilson Fishing
Welcome to 9,000 acre Wilson Lake, the clearest lake in Kansas. Wilson Lake remains one of the most scenic and better fishing areas in Kansas. Currently, the lake holds two state records, one for walleye and one for striped bass. The stripe bass, an ocean native, reaches weights of over 40
, KS FishingLovewell Day Use
You'll discover plenty of variety in the day-use areas. Start your park exploration with the full-service area office and interpretive center at the park'
, KS Day Use AreasWebster State Park
Nestled in the Solomon River Valley of northcentral Kansas, Webster State Park is split between the north and south shores of Webster Reservoir. Campers can choose from 36 utility campsites or more than 100
, KS CampingWebster Lake Hunting
Small Game - Pheasant and quail hunting opportunities are limited. Hunting pressure is heavy on weekends. Hunts after November or during the week may be more productive.
Special Disability Area - A 320 acre area adjacent to Brown\'
, KS HuntingWilson Hiking and Nature Trails
The Rocktown Hiking Trail, located in the western part of Lucas Park, is a 3-mile loop trail that begins and ends at the parking lot access area on the east side of Rocktown. The 305
, KS TrailsGlen Elder State Park
On the shores of Waconda Lake, Glen Elder State Park offers nearly unlimited recreational opportunities. With its rural setting, Glen Elder is a perfect place to relax. With four campgrounds totaling 140 electrical and water hook-up sites and over 300 primitive sites, there'
, KS CampingWilson Campgrounds
Five campgrounds are conveniently located around Wilson Lake. The Corps manages three of these campgrounds in Lucas, Minooka, and Sylvan Parks. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks manages the two State Parks, Wilson State Park and Otoe Park Area.
, KS CampingWaconda Lake Wildlife Area
Public hunting areas are limited in Kansas, so demand is high. less than 1% of land in Kansas is public land. Management continually seeks to enhance quality.
Big Game:
, KS HuntingWaconda Lake Wildlife/Bird Watching
You can see and photograph a diversity of wildlife species. In winter, bald eagles and golden eagles visit. Deer and pheasant are common sights. Waterfowl stop on their migrations, and a small Canada Goose flock make the area home.
, KS Birdwatching