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Canning Creek

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Canning Creek Cove Campground will be hosting a cross country meet beginning at 3PM until 7PM on October 2rd and 3PM until 7PM on October 16th. Reservation holders and visitors are asked to exercise increased caution in the campground.

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Canning Creek, near Council Grove, Kansas, is a charming campground that offers a relaxing escape right by the water. With sites that are mostly positioned directly on the lake, you can wake up to stunning views and the soothing sounds of nature.

The campground is well-equipped with concrete pads, picnic tables, and fire pits, making it easy to settle in and enjoy your stay. Many visitors have praised the cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities, including the vault and flush toilets, which are kept in good shape. One camper noted, “This is a small park... It is a very nice campground,” highlighting the overall quality of the experience.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Canning Creek has plenty to offer. Swimming, fishing, and boating are popular during the warmer months, and there are hiking trails nearby for those looking to stretch their legs. The campground is also conveniently located just a short drive from Council Grove, where you can find gas and groceries if you need to stock up.

While some sites are reservable, others are first-come, first-served, so plan accordingly. The friendly atmosphere and helpful campground hosts make it a welcoming spot for families and solo travelers alike. Whether you're just passing through or planning a longer stay, Canning Creek is a solid choice for a peaceful getaway.

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Location

Canning Creek is located in Kansas

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Directions

From I-70, take Highway 177 south for 30 miles. Turn west across Dam Road, then turn right on to City Lake Road and continue for 2 miles. Campground entrance road is on the right.

Address

1130 City Lake RD
Council grove, KS 66846

Coordinates

38.6924722 N
96.5373056 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Apr. 28, 2021

Not a bad site in the entire campground!

General: Canning Creek is one of six camping areas operated by the US Army Corp of Engineers on Council Grove Lake. It is spread out on the lake so that all but four sites- 24, 26, 27& 28 (and the group camping areas) are directly on the water. Even though there were only a handful of people camping when we were there on a Monday in mid-April, there was an attendant on duty until 8 pm. 

Site Quality/Facilities: Most sites have generous concrete pads, some of which could easily accommodate two vehicles, a concrete picnic table (covered by a shelter), a bbq, and a lantern hook. Some sites are reservable and others are not. The rates are very reasonable, as they are for all CoE campgrounds, especially for seniors. All sites have reasonable separation between them. On the map, sites 6-23 look to be very close together but they are reasonably distanced apart. Sites 1-5 (which are not reservable) have very long pull-through drives. All sites (except the group sites) have electric and water and some have 50 amp (these are noted on the map) 

Bathhouse: Some loops have vault toilets (which were very clean), some have flush toilets, and some have flush toilet/shower combos. None have soap dispensers. We were in site 46 with access to one of the combos. I appreciated the hot water, especially since we woke to snow the next morning! Sites 1-23 have a vault toilet but there is a flush facility within reasonable walking distance. 

Activities/Amenities: Swimming, fishing, and boating in season but we were passing through, so we did not participate. Minimal playground facilities (mostly in the loop with sites 1-23) and horseshoe pits. There was a hiking trail, but I did not explore it. 

We always have a good experience at a CoE campground – they are well run, clean, affordable and, of course, located on or near water. My only beef is that check-in time is 6 pm, although if it is not crowded, you could check in earlier.

Site46
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Canning Creek by Lee D., April 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Canning Creek by Lee D., April 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Canning Creek by Lee D., April 28, 2021
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Reviewed Oct. 7, 2020

Great View

This was a just an overnight for us as we were traveling but really enjoyed it! Loved seeing the lake out the window in the morning. Had a covered picnic table, hook ups, shade, and fairly spaced out sites. Little town was nearby for gas and groceries.

  • Review photo of Canning Creek by Lindsay W., October 7, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 29, 2018

Small, quiet COE on the lake

This is a small park - 43 reservable sites with electric and water hookups. Most sites face the water and are shaded. They have fire pits and a covered cerment picnic table. Sites are fairly level and good size with a gravel pad. It is a very nice campground

Site16
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2018

Kansas Corps of Engineers Canning Creek Lake

Clean, well maintained and patrolled. This campground has a beach and has great views of the lake. There's group sites, primitive sites and sites with electric, water and sewer hook ups. There's a marina store that covers basics and the town of Council Grove is 10 minutes away.

SiteSite 44
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 18, 2018

Epic

Spent three days here this week. even with rain, it was a great camp ground. Corp of Engineers lake. Very clean, large private showers, with enough hot water. Daily trash pick up. Shade on most sites. Very helpful camp ground hosts. Saw 15 turkeys at the wild like area. Would have stayed longer, but more storms promised all night rain. Will return soon.

Reviewed May. 22, 2018

Great family get away

We took the kayak down with us and drive around the lake to the beach area and had a great time. Everyone camping near by was nice. The host were awesome.

Lots of places to walk to and relax.

Great camping pads with covered picnic tables and built in grills.

Month of VisitSeptember

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Canning Creek?

Camping at Canning Creek can cost between $17.00 and $225.00 depending on the site.

Does Canning Creek have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Canning Creek has 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Canning Creek?

Canning Creek allows vehicles up to 120 feet.

Are fires allowed at Canning Creek?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Canning Creek, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Canning Creek have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Canning Creek does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Canning Creek?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and excellent coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Canning Creek?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Canning Creek. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Canning Creek, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Canning Creek?

There are 48 campsites at Canning Creek and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts