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Melvern Lake Campgrounds
Six campgrounds are conveniently located around Melvern Lake. The Corps manages five out of the six campgrounds. They are: Outlet, Coeur d'
, KS CampingPomona Fishing
Fishermen have had great successes in recent years at Pomona Lake. State record Flathead catfish and Wiper were taken from Pomona waters in recent years. Crappie are plentiful in the 4,000
, KS FishingMelvern Boating
Melvern Reservoir offers 6,930 surface acres of water for fishing and boating. Nine lane boat ramps located on each side of the park provide excellent access to the many coves and the dam. A full-service marina is located on the south shore.
, KS BoatingPerry Lake Boating
Boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered by Perry Lake. Power boaters can enjoy the large main body of the lake on calm days for water skiing. Sail-boaters will find pleasure with the prevailing winds, undoubtedly making Perry one of the best sailing lakes in the region.
, KS BoatingPomona Camping
Parks managed by the Corps of Engineers and the Pomona State Park have more than 653 total camp sites, including 346 with electrical and water hookups and 307
, KS CampingMelvern Trails
Eisenhower State Park offers 1,785 acres of open prairie and timber where settlers homesteaded in the early 1800's. Hike or bring your horse and experience the beauty of IKE's 20 miles of trails. Camping with horses is permitted in Cowboy Campground and on the north loop of Westpoint Campground - 4
, KS TrailsClinton State Park and USCOE Parks
The same diversity of species that attracts anglers and hunters provides excellent opportunities for photographers, naturalists, birdwatchers, mountain bikers, hikers, and skiers -- both water and snow. Clinton State Park,
, KS CampingPerry Reservoir Wildlife Area
Perry Reservoir Wildlife Area is located about 20 miles northeast of Topeka. It may be reached from the east on K-92 through Oskaloosa. U.S. 24 provides access to the lower end of the lake.
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks has license to 10,894
, KS Wildlife AreasPomona Hunting
Hunters will find upland game plentiful on lands surrounding the lake. Bobwhite quail, rabbit, squirrel, white-tail deer, and migratory waterfowl are plentiful at Pomona Lake. Many furbearers and non-game birds are also abundant. Moist-soil wetlands have been recently constructed on some 4,500
, KS HuntingPerry Lake Campgrounds
Perry Lake offers many opportunities for campers. Five campgrounds are conveniently located around the lake. The Corps of Engineers maintains Rock Creek, Slough Creek, Longview, and Old Town. In addition, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks maintains
, KS CampingMelvern Lake Cabin
The "Mamie Cabin" is available for lodging with a $10 reservation fee, $30.00 per night for two adults, $5 for each additional adult and children are free. There is also a $30
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