Smoky Hill/ Kanopolis (Locations) 62%

Manager: Scott Thomasson Area Location: approximately 30 miles west of Salina, or 15 miles east of Ellsworth. Smoky Hill Wildlife Area surrounds a portion of the upper end of Kanopolis ... access the trails from the Alum Creek parking lot. The wildlife area trails are closed from Nov 1-Jan 31 annually to limit hunter disturbance and for safety. If riding horseback or on a bicycle, please ... toward the northwest portion of the wildlife area is Faris Caves, which were carved by early pioneers and served as milk house, school house, and living quarters. Wildlife viewing and photography ... . Take your trash with you. Special Features: A refuge/special hunt area along the river is closed to all activities except by special permit from September 1 through January 31. Limited Special      .... Continue to Smoky Hill/ Kanop... >>

Kanopolis State Park Pond (Fishing Location) 58%

Fishing Population Creel Limit Min Length Limit Channel Catfish 2 Largemouth Bass 2 18 White Crappie 50 Green Sunfish Wiper 2 ... the Smoky Hill River toward the northwest portion of the wildlife area is Faris Caves, which were carved by early pioneers and served as milk house, school house, and living quarters. Wildlife viewing      .... Continue to Kanopolis State P... >>

Kanopolis (Locations) 58%

. There are no closures at Kanopolis State Park. DETOUR ALERT:  KDOT has closed the Railroad Bridge on Highway 141 just south of Highway 140. All detours will bring you from the South on K4 Highway to Highway 141. We ... junction east of Ellsworth The first state park in Kansas, Kanopolis State Park is situated in the rolling hills, bluffs and woods of the scenic Smoky Hills region of the state. From the towering Dakota ... of Highway 140. All detours will bring you from the South on K4 Highway to Highway 141. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you need any directions or have questions, please call the park office. (785) 546      .... Continue to Kanopolis >>

Prairie Dog (Locations) 57%

safety rules from the Kansas Dept of Agriculture. You can bring your own dishes, utensils, and cookware. The kitchens will continue to have microwaves, ovens and refrigerators. As always, our four cabins ... to the Hays Regional Office at (785) 628-8614. Cabin Renters--Please make sure to contact the park office at (785) 877-2953 within 48 hours of your arrival to obtain your key code. Also, you ... Prairie Dog State Park is located southwest of Norton, Kansas on the north side of the Keith Sebelius Reservoir (lake) and Norton Wildlife Area.  To get to the Prairie Dog State Park from ... line fluctuates with the water level every year. Please check for the latest refuge line and make sure you are respecting the boundary. Hunting, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing, Prairie Dog Best ... have been recently renovated both inside and out, with the interiors being staged with amazing artifacts and furniture from the time periods of the late 1880's and early 1900's! The Adobe House      .... Continue to Prairie Dog >>

Kanopolis Reservoir (Fishing Location) 57%

Fishing Population Creel Limit Min Length Limit Bluegill Channel Catfish 10 Crappie 20 Flathead Catfish 5 Largemouth Bass 5 15 Saugeye 5 18 Walleye 5 18 Wiper 2 ... the Smoky Hill River toward the northwest portion of the wildlife area is Faris Caves, which were carved by early pioneers and served as milk house, school house, and living quarters. Wildlife viewing      .... Continue to Kanopolis Reservoir >>

Kingman (Locations) 57%

realize that State Fishing Lakes differ greatly from State Parks where full-service sites are provided and fees are collected.  There is no dump station at Kingman State Fishing Lake and trash ... Catfish, Flathead Catfish, etc.), many non-game species as well as a number of endangered, threatened, or SINC species.  As of November 2023, the existing fence has been removed from the new property ... of the lake was diverted through a man-made canal to aid in servicing the new acreage.         .... Continue to Kingman >>

Keith Sebelius (Fishing Location) 56%

Fishing Population Creel Limit Min Length Limit Bluegill Black Bullhead Channel Catfish 10 Crappie 50 Flathead Catfish 5 Green Sunfish Largemouth Bass 5 15 Saugeye ... artifacts and furniture from the time periods of the late 1880's and early 1900's! The adobe house is the only one in Kansas on its original location and preserved as a museum. The house was probably      .... Continue to Keith Sebelius >>

Flint Hills Trail (Locations) 55%

cold weather arrives.  Please always be aware of changing trail conditions due to weather such as cracks in the trail surface or obstacles such as fallen trees. Water Fountains at Miller, Admire ... required to enjoy the park. Flint Hills Trail Map NOTE: For a special event permit please contact KDWP.FlintHillsTrailSP@ks.gov. This crown jewel of Kansas trails extends 118 miles from      .... Continue to Flint Hills Trail >>

Lovewell Reservoir (Fishing Location) 53%

Fishing Population Creel Limit Min Length Limit Walleye 5*** 18 inches White Bass Wiper 2 Crappie 20 10 inches Largemouth Bass 5* 15 inches Channel Catfish 10 Blue Catfish ... of the Lovewell office. We do not want technical issues to prevent someone from hunting. The information is valuable, so please keep trying to check-in, even after the hunt. This important information gathered from      .... Continue to Lovewell Reservoir >>

Sheridan State Fishing Lake (Fishing Location) 53%

. The agency began draining the lake in early 2024 in anticipation of renovations, and the work is expected to continue through Spring 2027, with an anticipated lake reopening in Summer 2027. Renovation ... Fishing Population Creel Limit Min Length Limit Bluegill Crappie 50 Channel Catfish 5 Flathead Catfish 5 Largemouth Bass 5 15 Saugeye 5 15 Wiper 5 ... Sheridan State Fishing Lake Wildlife Area Manager:  Luke Winge Email: luke.winge@ks.gov Area Location: 12 miles east and 3/4 mile north from Hoxie, KS. A Google Earth Map and image is now available      .... Continue to Sheridan State Fi... >>