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The Best Tent Camping in Kansas

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Manhattan

The Best Tent Camping Near Manhattan, Kansas

## Overview

Tuttle Creek Cove Campground is a large, quiet oasis located on the shores of Tuttle Creek Lake in the wide open expanse of northeast Kansas.

## Recreation

Tuttle Creek Lake's 11 parks, marina, 10,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Boating, fishing and hiking top the list.   
  
Power boaters on Tuttle Creek Lake will enjoy the lake's large main body of water on calm days for water skiing and pleasure boating. Canoeists and kayakers will find River Pond below the dam a perfect place for paddling. The state park offers canoe, kayak, and paddleboat rentals.   
  
Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkeys, crappie, walleye, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found at Tuttle Creek Lake. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, anglers and hunters ample opportunities for their sports.   
  
The lake also boasts miles of hiking, biking, off-road vehicle and equestrian trails. The Blue River Trail, a one mile long loop in Outlet Park, provides excellent views of wildlife in all seasons. [Click here](http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/tc/Trails.cfm) to learn about additional trails around the lake. 

## Facilities

Tuttle Creek Cove Campground offers 39 compact campsites on a scenic lakeshore setting. Showers, flush toilets and other modern amenities are provided.  
  
  
  
Playgrounds and boat ramp are also available, making the area ideal for family trips or parties.  
  
  
  
39 sites offer water and 50 amp electric hookups.

## Natural Features

Tuttle Creek Lake is situated in the northern portion of the Flint Hills, which are characterized by flat-topped hills with long, steep slopes, limestone rock outcrops and well-defined stream channels. The climate is typified by warm summers and moderately cold winters.   
  
More than 2 million guests visit Tuttle Creek Lake each year to enjoy the endless recreational opportunities provided by the vast lake and surrounding landscape. 

## Nearby Attractions

Konza Prairie, Kansas State University, Fort Riley and the Prairie Parkway are all located a short drive from the campground.

Tuttle Creek Cove

## Overview

Stockdale Campground is a 188-acre park located on the shores of Tuttle Creek Lake in the wide open expanse of northeast Kansas.

## Recreation

Tuttle Creek Lake's 11 parks, marina, 10,9000 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Boating, fishing and picnicking top the list.   
  
Power boaters on Tuttle Creek Lake will enjoy the large body of the lake on calm days for water skiing and pleasure boating. Canoeists and kayakers will find River Pond below the dam a perfect place for paddling. The state park offers canoe, kayak, and paddleboat rentals.   
  
Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkeys, crappie, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found at Tuttle Creek. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, anglers and hunters ample opportunities for their sports.   
  
The lake also boasts miles of hiking, biking, off-road vehicle and equestrian trails. The Blue River Trail, a one mile long loop in Outlet Park, provides excellent views of wildlife in all seasons. [Click here](http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/tc/Trails.cfm) to learn about additional trails around the lake. 

## Facilities

Stockdale Campground offers 12 spacious campsites in a compact draw on the lake shore. Showers, flush toilets and electric hookups are provided.   
  
Swimming beaches, playgrounds and picnic shelters are also available in nearby parks, making the area ideal for family trips or parties.   
  
Showers, flush toilets, water and 50 amp electric hookups provided.

## Natural Features

Tuttle Creek Lake is situated in the northern portion of the Flint Hills, which are characterized by flat-topped hills with long, steep slopes, limestone rock outcrops and well-defined stream channels. The climate is typified by warm summers and moderately cold winters.   
  
Nearly 2 million guests visit Tuttle Creek Lake each year to enjoy the endless recreational opportunities provided by the vast lake and surrounding landscape. 

## Nearby Attractions

Konza Prairie, Kansas State University, Fort Riley and the Prairie Parkway are all located a short drive from the campground

Stockdale

Tuttle Creek State Park

Primitive camping is allowed in the designated areas.

The 179 acres surrounding the lake is a wildlife refuge, predominately riparian timber with some native grass on the upland area. Primitive camping is allowed on the west side of the lake. Boating is restricted to fishing only. The lake population includes Channel Catfish (which are stocked during the summer months thanks to funding from the Urban Fishing Program), Black bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Flat-head catfish, and Walleye.

Pottawatomie County State Lake #2

## Overview

Curtis Creek Park is a classic camping destination with a wealth of options for boating, hiking, hunting and fishing.   
  
  
The park area provides excellent views of Milford Lake and Milford Dam. In total, the Milford Lake region is home to 33,000 acres of public land protected for recreation, wildlife and cultural resources.  
  
  
  
Click [here](http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/milford/tour.html) for the Milford Lake Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Whether it's boating, birding, fishing or biking, Curtis Creek provides opportunities for all types of visitors.   
  
Water skiing is popular sport on the lake, while an accessible floating fishing dock provides an ideal location for catching trout closer to shore. 

## Facilities

The majority of sites have electric and water hookups and modern amenities such as flush toilets and hot showers, provide a comfortable camping experience.   
  
A boat ramp and playground are both provided for entertainment and convenience. 

## Natural Features

The campground is on a peninsula on the banks of Milford Lake, the largest man-made lake in Kansas. Fed by the waters of the Republican River, Milford Lake spans a surface area of 15,700 acres and an impressive 163 miles of shoreline.  
  


## Nearby Attractions

Hiking trails include the Waterfall Trail and the Crystal Trail. The wildlife Viewing Tower and Trail is a hot spot for excellent wildlife viewing.   
  
The Milford Education Center and Fish Hatchery are located below the dam.

Curtis Creek

This recreation area is part of Tuttle Creek Lake

River Pond State Park

Smoky Hill RV Park

## Overview

West Rolling Hills is a comfortable campground with a site layout that maximizes views of the sparkling Milford Lake.   
  
An expanse of 33,000 acres surrounding the lake is public, protected land that's home to an array of wildlife. It's also an ideal setting for outdoor recreation like hiking, swimming, hunting and driving off-road vehicles.   
  
Click [here](http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/milford/tour.html) for the Milford Lake Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Activities include boating, swimming, fishing, hunting, hiking, wildlife viewing and biking.   
  
Nearly 70% of the land resources are available for public hunting and the park has a fish cleaning station for anglers returning from a successful trip. 

## Facilities

The loop A campground has modern conveniences like showers and flush toilets. Most of these sites have electric and water hookups, as well.   
  
The Thunderbird Marina is a easy starting point for a day on the lake, while an on-site playground provides fun for families.  
  
Free camping opportunities are available for visitors looking for basic camping with vault toilets. 

## Natural Features

Milford Lake is fed by the Republican River and stands as the largest man-made lake in Kansas, with a surface area of 15,700 acres and 163 miles of shoreline. 

## Nearby Attractions

The Milford Nature Center and Fish Hatchery is nearby, below the dam and a golf course is adjacent to the nature center.

West Rolling Hills

## Overview

Farnum Creek is a quaint double-loop campground set on the lovely shores of Milford Lake. [Click or tap here for an updated map of Farnum Creek](https://cdn.recreation.gov/public/2022/03/01/14/50/234647_e3d7957f-e31e-4597-a1f9-bfc3114c741b_1440.png)   
  
  
  
Click [here](http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/milford/tour.html) for the Milford Lake Virtual Tour.

## Recreation

Boating, swimming, fishing, birding and biking are among the many things to do at Milford Lake. Nearly 70% of the land resources are available for public hunting and for fishermen returning from a successful trip, there is a fish cleaning station. 

## Facilities

The campground has five pull-through RV pads, one of which is an accessible site. Of the 59 cap sites, more than half have electric hookups. The park offers the comfort of hot showers, a playground and boat ramp. 

## Natural Features

Milford Lake, at 1,200 ft. elevation, extends from the Republican River. It's the largest man-made lake in Kansas, with a surface area of 15,700 acres and 163 miles of shoreline. 

## Nearby Attractions

The Milford Nature Center and Fish Hatchery is below the Milford Dam. Beside the nature center is a golf course.

Farnum Creek

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Wichita

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West Fork of Mill Creek Lake

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