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Glen 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 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.
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, 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 TrailsWaconda 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 BirdwatchingWilson Boating
Whether canoeing power boating or sailing, Wilson Lake, the clearest lake in Kansas, has something to offer for all.
, KS BoatingWebster 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 HuntingCedar Bluff Scenic Trails
If you are a year-round explorer, there are many sites to see in and around the Cedar Bluff area. Just north and west of the Bluffton area within the wildlife area, lies Threshing Machine Canyon. This canyon was a station site for the historical Butterfield Overland Trail during the mid-1800'
, KS TrailsWebster 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 CampingKanopolis Fishing
The 3,300 acres of Kanopolis Lake provide anglers with a wide variety of fishing opportunities. The most sought after species include crappie, white bass and channel catfish. Walleye and wipers, a white bass/striped bass hybrid, are also caught.
, KS Fishing