Dispersed camping spreads across the shoreline of this 171-acre state fishing lake in northeast Kansas. Campers set up along the water's edge with direct lake access for fishing and kayaking. The area accommodates RVs and tent campers, though no hookups or dump stations are available.
Basic amenities include vault toilets and picnic tables scattered throughout the camping area. Campfires are permitted, and pets can accompany campers. Road noise from nearby highways reaches some camping spots, though reviewers note the relative seclusion compared to developed campgrounds. For those wanting full hookups, Oregon Trail RV Park provides a more developed option to the south.
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Map & DirectionsPottawatomie State Fishing Lake is located in Kansas near Westmoreland
Coordinates
39.472827 N
96.4118395 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 6/18/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 6/18/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
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Drive Time
- 31 min from Manhattan, KS
- 56 min from Topeka, KS
- 1 hr 17 min from Lawrence, KS
- 1 hr 48 min from St. Joseph, MO






