Talmo (Locations) 100%

TALMO IS IN THE LOW PLAINS LATE ZONE FOR WATERFOWL SEASONS.   Hunters can check-in / check-out here, https://ksoutdoors.com/checkin using your licensing login credentials ... of the wetlands have been enrolled into NRCS WRP program and construction for restoring the majority of these wetlands was complete in 2017. New water control structures and renovation of existing wetlands ... to create approximately 950 acres of new lands open to outdoor recreation. Soon after Kansas statehood, the marsh at Talmo was also one of the original salt marshes deeded to the State by the 36th Congress ... shooting is NOT ALLOWED. Trapping is by permit only. The permit may be obtained from the Lovewell Area Office. No trash receptacles are provide on the area. Please take your trash with you. All      .... Continue to Talmo >>

Keith Sebelius Reservoir / Norton (Locations) 87%

1st, the middle portion of the reservoir is designated as a waterfowl refuge and is closed until January 31st.  While duck hunting can be good on the area goose hunting takes place mainly ... with amazing 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 ... The refuge line fluctuates with the water level every year. Please check for the latest refuge line and make sure you are respecting the boundary.      .... Continue to Keith Sebelius Re... >>

Tuttle Creek (Locations) 77%

In the event of needing assistance with an issue when the office is closed during the week or weekend, please find a Camp Host in the park. Our camp-host for River Pond Area are located right ... Contact Info During Closed Office Hours: In the event of needing assistance with an issue when the office is closed during the week or weekend, please find a CAMPHOST in the park. Our camp ... , picnic table, and fire pit. Reservations can be made 364 days out of the year by contacting the park office or online through reserveamerica.com, kshuntfishcamp.com, and the new CampItKS app ... : In the event of needing assistance with an issue when the office is closed during the week or weekend, please find a CAMPHOST in the park. Our camp-host for River Pond Area are located right by the east ... Park office is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. At other times please use the self-pay stations or gatehouses.      .... Continue to Tuttle Creek >>

Cheyenne Bottoms (Locations) 75%

Manager: Jason Wagner Hunters can check-in / check-out here, https://ksoutdoors.com/checkin using your licensing login credentials.  From Great Bend, KS: 5 miles North on US Highway 281 ... mile west and about 3 miles south of Redwing, this lot is named after an early landowner who settled in the northern portion of Cheyenne Bottoms in the 1870’s or 80’s. Redwing:  Named after ... campground located 1/2 mile west of the area office. The use of watercraft is restricted to minimize disturbance to the wildlife and to ensure a more aesthetically pleasing experience for all visitors      .... Continue to Cheyenne Bottoms >>

Prairie Dog (Locations) 70%

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 >>

McPherson Valley Wetlands (Locations) 70%

. McPherson Valley Wetlands Brochure/Map Location: McPherson Valley Wetlands are situated in three main units, the Big Basin Marshes, Chain of Lakes, and Little Sinkhole Marshes. The units start ... to Cheyenne Bottoms. The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (KDWPT) recognized the need to restore portions of this vital wetland complex and started buying land for development in 1989. To date ... IN THE REFUGES!! Hunters can check-in / check-out here, https://ksoutdoors.com/check-in using your licensing login credentials.  Hunters must be aware of posted refuges, and stay out of these areas      .... Continue to McPherson Valley... >>

Byron Walker (Locations) 64%

is maintained at the headquarters area.  Hunters as well as recreational archers can sharpen their skill or check their equipment.  3D shoots are offered by the Southfork Archers club from spring ... , the existing fence has been removed from the new property and has been replaced.  Also, a tree cutting contractor is removing Siberian Elm, Honey Locust, Black Locust, Eastern Redcedar, Saltcedar ... Special permits that were once required for hunters to hunt Byron Walker Wildlife Area are no longer required!  NEW for 2023 Baiting for any purpose other than furharvesting      .... Continue to Byron Walker >>

Hodgeman (Locations) 61%

, and redear sunfish. If possible, catchable size fish are stocked to supply immediate opportunities. The lake is currently 1/3 full (10/28/2014). Hunting: Hunting is allowed on all portions ... The original 254 acres was purchased in 1956 with Federal DJ funds. An additional 247 acres was purchased by the department from Judy Delaney in 2014. In 2014, KDWP acquired an additional 247 acres ... Please check current written regulations and posted information at the entrance for creel and size limits Vehicles should stay on established trails. Off trail driving is prohibited. Open      .... Continue to Hodgeman >>

Sheridan (Locations) 57%

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: Sheridan SFL Google ... . 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 ... . 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 ... at the entrance providing current information and regulations. A No Trash Policy is in effect, so please pack home everything that you pack in. Vehicles are only allowed on maintained roads and parking lots      .... Continue to Sheridan >>

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 >>