Established Camping
Kansas View
Kansas View is located near Council Grove Lake, offering a landscape of open fields and water views. Temperatures in the area can reach highs of around 90°F in summer and drop to lows of about 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve and the historic sites of Council Grove.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Council Grove Lake
Overview
Kanza View Picnic Shelter is located at the east end of Council Grove Dam just off Kansas Highway 177. It offers some of the most scenic views of the lake.
Recreation
Although Council Grove Lake has excellent fishing and boating opportunities, access to the water limits these activities at Kanza View. Picnicking and tent camping at Kanza View's primitive sites are this location's primary activities.
Natural Features
The park sits on top of a hill adjacent to the lake offering breathtaking lake views. Although the park has many open grassy areas interspersed with large Cottonwood and Oak trees, access to the lake is limited due to the steep, rocky terrain.
Nearby Attractions
Multiple developed campgrounds surround Council Grove Lake in the near vicinity. The town of Council Grove affords an array of historic sites and the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve is 18 miles south on Highway 177.
Location
Kansas View is located in Kansas
Directions
1 mile north of Council Grove, Kansas on Highway 177. Then west 200 yards on Lake Road (goes across dam).
Address
Council Grove Lake, 945 Lake Road
Council grove, KS 66846
Coordinates
38.6865278 N
96.49225 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobilePoor
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
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