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Scott State Park Nature Trails
Scott Lake State Park has a multitude of nature trails designed to accomodate hikers, naturalists, and horseback riders, which provide excellent opportunities for visitors to observe wildlife in its natural habitat. Wild turkeys, deer, beavers, and bobcats can be seen in the park'
, KS HikingHorse Thief Reservoir Boating
Horse Thief Reservoir welcomes pleasure boaters, water-skiing, jet-skiing, sail boating, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking. Open year round Address: 514 W. Hwy 156 Jetmore, KS 67854 Phone: 620-357-6420 Our Email: hodgeman1@fairpoint.net Our Website:
, KS BoatingLake Scott Archaeology
During the Pleistocene epoch, when glaciers came as far west as Lawrence, Kansas, dinosaurs lived in the area now named Lake Scott State Park. Once covered by an inland sea, this area has been the site of many fossil finds dating from 45 million to 140 million years ago.
, KS ArchaeologyMeade Lake Fishing
In the 80-acre lake, bluegill, channel cat and largemouth bass are plentiful and provide excellent opportunities for the angler. A boat ramp is available to unload boats. No skiing or pleasure boating is allowed and all boats must be operated at no-wake speeds.
, KS FishingMeade Lake Birdwatching
Considered by many the top spot in the central United States for bird watching, the lake area is inhabited by over 300 species. From April 15 to October 15
, KS BirdwatchingHorse Thief Lake Fishing
Channel Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass and Walleye are the most fished for fish at present. There are length limits for now on Largemouth Bass and Walleye. The fishing has been picking up so far in 2011
, KS FishingHorse Thief Reservoir Hunting
Horse Thief Reservoir does allow hunting during season. Call to make sure area is open and what type of hunting is offered. 620-357-6420 Our Email: hodgeman1@fairpoint.net Our Website:
, KS HuntingHorse Thief Reservor Camping
The camping area opened up April 15, 2011 and has 42 camping sites with water and electric. A primitive camping area is also available. The camping area has a nice shower and restroom facility (handicap accessible)
, KS Camping