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Council Grove Lake

Council Grove Lake

Council Grove Lake is located near Council Grove, Kansas at the northern end of the Flint Hills National Scenic Byway. Council Grove Lake was built in the 1960s to provide flood control in the Neosho River valley, and its 3300 acres of water, and surrounding park land, soon became a popular destination for camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing, sightseeing, and other outdoor recreation.

Council Grove Lake offers camping in the following locations:

  • Canning Creek Cove Park -- 39 campsites, located on the western shores of the lake. Restrooms, showers. $11-$20 per night. Open all year. [location]
  • Custer Park -- 10 campsites, located on the northeastern shores of the lake. Restrooms. $7 per night. Open March 1 through November 30. [location]
  • Kansa View Park -- 5 campsites, located at the eastern end of the dam. $7 per night. Open all year. [location]
  • Kit Carson Cove Park -- 15 campsites, located on the southeastern shores. Restrooms, $8-14 per night. Open March 1 through November 30. [location]
  • Marina Cove Park -- 4 campsites, located on the southwestern shores. Restrooms, $8-12 per night. Open all year. [location]
  • Richey Cove Park -- 33 campsites, located on the eastern shores. Restrooms, Showers. $11-18 per night. Open all year. [location]
  • Santa Fe Trail -- 35 campsites, located on the western shores. Restrooms, showers, $11-18 per night. Open March 1 through December 1. [location]

In general, campsites can accommodate an RV or a vehicle, but may be used by bicycle tent campers as well. Learn more about camping fees at Corps of Engineers properties.

Contact: 620-767-5195. Map



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Last Update: June 20th, 2013