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9/12/15 - Backlashers Bass Club
Club Bass Tournament, Members ONLY
(Eisenhower State Park)

Camp Colt (Yurt)
  • Type of Facility: Primitive Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • Location of Facility: N38 31.064 W95 45.005
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Camp Colt (Yurt)
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    A yurt is a modern adaptation of the ancient shelter used by Central Asian nomads for centuries. The compact shape of the yurt and combination of lightweight members in tension and compression mean that the structure is highly efficient in maximizing strength while minimizing the use of materials.

    Colt is a primitive 16' diameter round one room tent like cabin with no kitchen or bathroom but there is a showerhouse across the road. It has a full size bed and a futon that will fold down into a double bed. It has electricity, heat and A/C. Outside there is a BBQ grill, picnic table and a water hydrant.

    Check-in 2:00pm - Check-out 12:00pm (noon)

    NO smoking and NO pets allowed in Cabin.

    Camp Colt is located in WestPoint Campground.

    Click on Make a Reservation above to view available dates and reserve on-line or by contacting the park office.


Camp Gaillard (Yurt)
  • Type of Facility: Primitive Cabin
  • Location of Facility: N38 31.072 W95 44.994
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Camp Gaillard (Yurt)
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    A yurt is a modern adaptation of the ancient shelter used by Central Asian nomads for centuries. The compact shape of the yurt and combination of lightweight members in tension and compression mean that the structure is highly efficient in maximizing strength while minimizing the use of materials.

    Gaillard is a primitive 16' diameter round one room tent cabin with no kitchen or restroom but a showerhouse is across the road. It has a full size bed with a twin bunk on top and a futon that will fold out into a double bed. It has electricity, heat and A/C. Outside there is a BBQ grill, picnic table and a water hydrant.

    Check-in 2:00pm - Check-out 12:00pm (noon)

    NO smoking and NO pets allowed in Yurt.

    Camp Gaillard is located in WestPoint Campground.

    Click on Make a Reservation above to view available dates and reserve on-line or by contacting the park office.


Fireworks off the dam

July 4th is celebrated July 2nd at Crawford State Park. The Friends of Crawford State Park sponsor a fireworks spectacular at 10:00 pm and sell hamburgers and hotdogs at the marina area during the afternoon and evening while people wait for the big show.

CCC Statue

Lake Crawford, frequently referred to as Farlington Lake by the locals, at Crawford State Park was built in the late 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. A memorial was dedicated in 2005 to honor the efforts of the individuals in the CCC that built the lake.

Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Memorial

Park visitors are greeted by a memorial dedicated to the hard work and efforts of the Civilian Conservation Corps as they enter the park.

Part of the Extreme Outdoor Water Festival, race will offer fun for all ages JUNCTION CITY -- On Aug. 18, the Extreme Outdoor Water Festival will be held at Milford State Park. Activities will take place at the South Boat ramp from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and include a triathlon, games for kids, courtesy boat inspections, canoe and kayak paddli ... Read More


Archery, mud volleyball, minnow races, outdoor cook-off to highlight event MANKATO -- The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP), the Lovewell Lake Association, and Lovewell Marina at Lovewell State Park are sponsoring the annual Lovewell Fun Day on Saturday, Aug. 4. Events begin with registration for a 3-D archery shoot from 9 a.m. ... Read More


Kansas becomes 18th state to document virus FARLINGTON -- Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) fisheries staff have confirmed the presence of largemouth bass virus (LMBV) at Crawford State Fishing Lake in southeast Kansas. Testing of bass from the lake was conducted in response to recent declines in Crawford bass populations.
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