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Tuttle Creek State Park Campground

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Tuttle Creek State Park Campground, near Manhattan, Kansas, is a fantastic spot for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors year-round. With spacious sites that come equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, it’s perfect for those cozy evenings spent around the campfire.

This campground boasts great water access, making it a hit for both motorized and human-powered watercraft. Visitors have raved about the scenic views and well-kept grassy areas, with one camper noting, “This is what campgrounds should be!” Clean facilities, including bathhouses and showers, help keep things comfortable after a day of adventure.

If you’re into hiking or fishing, you’re in luck! The area offers well-maintained trails and a beautiful lake that’s great for casting a line. Some campers have mentioned the peaceful atmosphere, especially in the wooded sites, making it a great escape from the hustle and bustle. Whether you’re tent camping, RVing, or staying in a cabin, Tuttle Creek has a little something for everyone.

Description

State Park

Tuttle Creek State Park

Located near Manhattan in the Flint Hills of Northeast Kansas, Tuttle Creek State Park offers a broad variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. Tuttle Creek Reservoir is the state's second largest impoundment, offering 12,500 acres of water and 100 miles of rugged, wooded shoreline. The park consists of 1,250 acres and is made up of five individual areas including River Pond, Rocky Ford, Cedar Ridge, Fancy Creek and Randolph. Both utility campsites and primitive campsites are available, along with a swimming beach, cabins, boat ramps, courtesy docks, a full service marina, and dump stations. Campgrounds contain eight water,electric and sewer campsites; 159 water and electric campsites; 44 electric-only campsites; and 500 primitive non designated campsites. Numerous nature trails, a mountain bike trail, and a scenic equestrian trail offer explorers a variety of routes to discover the Flint HIlls and tall grass prairies. Scenic picnic areas, an 18-hole disc golf course,an archery range, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and conveniently placed restroom and shower facilities accommodate park visitors. The Fancy Creek Shooting Range offers a safe shooting range environment and is open the first and third full weekends of each month and the fourth Thursday. Anglers will find that Tuttle Creek offers excellent channel cat and flathead fishing in the lake and also in the river above and below the lake. Fair numbers of bass and crappie are caught near standing timber and brush piles. Saugeye are often caught off the face of the dam, as well as in the river below. The nearby 12,000-acre wildlife area offers excellent hunting and wildlife viewing.

You must be 18 or older to rent a cabin or campsite.

  • Subject to regulations and posted notices, any individual over 21 may possess, consume, or drink alcoholic liquor. Kegs and party balls are strictly prohibited.
  • Electric and gas powered scooters and skateboards cannot be operated in the state park. ATV use is prohibited in the state park.
  • Camping is allowed only in designated areas and is subject to restrictions as posted. All campers and camping units are limited to a stay of not more than 14 consecutive days although a 14-day extension may be obtained with written permission from the park manager. A five-day absence is required before returning to the park to camp again. Any property left unused or unoccupied for 48 hours is subject to removal. Only one camper/RV per utility site is allowed.
  • Fires are allowed in fireplaces, fire rings, and cooking grills only. Fires must be completely extinguished prior to leaving the area.
  • Swimming is allowed in designated areas. Liquor and beer are prohibited on swimming beaches or in waters designated by buoys or other markers as swimming areas. For other beverages, only shatterproof containers are allowed.
  • Pets must always be restrained by a camper, cage, hand-held leash, or tethered chain no longer than 10 feet. They are not allowed on swimming beaches or swimming areas that are delineated by buoys or other markers or in public buildings or structures. Dogs participating in authorized activities or assisting the visually or hearing impaired are not subject to these restrictions.
  • Fishing is prohibited on boat ramps, courtesy docks, swimming beaches, and in swimming areas marked with buoys. In state parks, fish may only be cleaned at designated fish cleaning stations or other locations as posted.
  • Fireworks are prohibited.
  • Digging holes, removing or defacing geological formations, archeological relics or ruins, or vegetation (except for noncommercial use of edible wild plants, wild fruits, nuts, or fungi) is prohibited.
  • Quiet hours are 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Actions which alarm, anger, or disturb others are prohibited. Generators can not be used during quiet hours. Failure to comply may result in expulsion from the park.
  • Firearms may only be discharged in areas specifically designated for hunting or target practice.
  • All litter must be properly disposed of in the provided trashbins. Where no bins are provided, patrons must carry their trash out with them.
  • DUMPING OF GREY WATER IS PROHIBITED. Grey water must be disposed of at the dump station.
  • Cabin reservations may check in after 3 pm and check out by Noon everyday, year round. Smoking is NOT allowed in the cabins. Pets and pet carriers are NOT allowed inside or on the porches of the cabins, unless staying in the PAWNEE and or NEMAHA cabins, which are designated as pet-friendly. You may contact the office Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm and we will be glad to assist you. Cabin renters are not allowed to grill or cook from the porch deck. The cabin must be clean and not damaged prior to departure. Cabin renters are responsible for any and all damages. Your code on the door will be the last 4 digits of your phone and you should receive an email prior to your stay. The Cherokee, Sioux, Kiowa, Osage, Kanza, Pawnee and Cheyenne cabins are located below the dam in the River Pond Area. The Riley, Pottawatomie, Shawnee and Nemaha cabins are located off Spillway Marina Rd and Taylors View Rd in the Cedar Ridge Area.
  • ** Information in this brochure has been prepared as a guide, not a complete list of regulations. Complete regulations may also be viewed and printed online at ksoutdoors.com/State-Parks/Park-Regulations. **
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Tuttle Creek State Park Campground is located in Kansas

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Directions

**DIRECTIONS FOR ALL TUTTLE CREEK STATE PARK AREAS** **For the River Pond, Rocky Ford and Riley Point Areas** From the north I-80. Take US-77S exit 397 and merge on US-77 South. Continue on US-77 for approximately 118 miles. US-77 becomes US-24E/ Tuttle Creek Blvd. Continue on US-24W/ Tuttle Creek Blvd. for 10 miles. Turn left onto HWY 13 and continue across the dam to the first right hand turn which brings you below the dam. From Eastbound I-70, Attention: Our West Entrance off Tuttle Creek Blvd is also open now. Take exit 303 ramp. Turn left on K-18N/K-18 Bypass N. Continue on K-18N for 11.3 miles to K113/Seth Child Rd/ Canyon Dr exit. Turn left on K113N/ Seth Child Rd and continue for 5.7 miles. Merge Right on US-24E/Tuttle Creek Blvd. for 1 mile. Turn left onto HWY 13 and continue across the dam to the first right hand turn which brings you below the dam. From Westbound I-70, Attention: Our West Entrance off Tuttle Creek Blvd is also open now. Take exit 313 ramp and merge onto K-177 North for 8.5 miles. Take the exit for Fort Riley Blvd / Tuttle Creek Blvd / K -18 / K -177. At stoplight turn left on Tuttle Creek Blvd / K -177 N / US - 24W. Continue on Tuttle Creek Blvd. for approximately 6 miles. Take a slight turn right onto HWY 13 and continue across the dam to the first right hand turn which brings you below the dam. Attention: Our West Entrance off Tuttle Creek Blvd is also open now. **For the Fancy Creek Area** At the junction of HWY 77 and HWY 16, just north of the town of Randolph, turn east onto HWY 16 for one mile for FANCY CREEK AREA and take the first left hand (north) turn. Fancy Creek is on the West side of the lake. There is a sign for Fancy Creek. Fancy Creek Area is located north of Hwy 16 between HWY 77 and HWY 13. **Use 14890 Honor Camp LN for GPS information.** **For the South Randolph Area** At the junction of HWY 77 and HWY 16, just north of the town of Randolph, turn east and continue on across the bridge that spans the lake and take the first turn to the right (south). South Randolph is on the East side of the lake. There is a sign for South Randolph. South Randolph is south of HWY 16 between HWY 77 and HWY 13. **Use 16345 Randolph Park Road for GPS directions.** **For the Cedar Ridge Area** From the north I-80. Take US-77S exit 397 and merge on US-77 South. Continue on US-77 for approximately 118 miles. US-77 becomes US-24E/ Tuttle Creek Blvd. Continue on US-24E for 10 miles. Go across the dam on HWY 13 until you see Spillway Marina Rd and turn onto Spillway Marina Road and then left onto Taylors View Rd which takes you into Cedar Ridge. **Use 5385 Taylors View Rd for GPS directions.** From Eastbound I-70 Take exit 303 ramp. Turn left on K-18N/K-18 Bypass N. Continue on K-18N for 11.3 miles to K113/Seth Child Rd/ Canyon Dr exit. Turn left on K113/ Seth Child Rd and continue for 5.7 miles. Merge Right on US-24E/Tuttle Creek Blvd. for 1 mile. Go across the dam on HWY 13 until you see Spillway Marina Rd and turn onto Spillway Marina Road and then left onto Taylors View Rd which takes you into Cedar Ridge. **Use 5385 Taylors View Rd for GPS directions.** From Westbound I-70 Take exit 313 ramp and merge onto K-177 North for 8.5 miles. Take the exit for Fort Riley Blvd / Tuttle Creek Blvd / K -18 / K -177. At stoplight turn left on Tuttle Creek Blvd / K -177 N / US - 24W. Continue on Tuttle Creek Blvd. for approximately 6 miles. Take a slight turn right onto HWY 13. Go across the dam on HWY 13 until you see Spillway Marina Rd and turn onto Spillway Marina Road and then left onto Taylors View Rd which takes you into Cedar Ridge.

Address

5800A River Pond Road
Manhattan, KS 66502

Coordinates

39.24028226 N
96.57150382 W

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Access

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Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

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

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Reviewed Aug. 7, 2021

Rocky Ford campground space 141

Very shady, right off the water. A little steep to actually get to the waters edge. Fire rings with grills and picnic table. Lantern hook with water and 30 & 50 amp electric hookups. Back in spot would be a little tight for a bigger travel trailer but not bad.

SiteRocky Ford Campground 141
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jun. 6, 2021

Perks, but not awesome

First off, bathrooms and showers are disgusting. Campsites are good size, even though there are a million of them. Great water access for motorized and human powered watercraft alike.

Site82
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Curt , June 6, 2021
Reviewed Apr. 14, 2021

Beautiful, Spacious, and Well Designed

Stayed here on a night in transit and were really impressed. This is what campgrounds should be! Plenty of space, amazing prices, lots of trees with well kept grass and scenic water views all add up to a spot we just wish we could have stayed at longer!

If you’re arriving late, be forewarned that the campground is huge so a map is essential to find your spot. Highly recommend trying to book a water view spot. We were in site 101 and couldn’t be happier with it!

  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by JL , April 14, 2021
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2021

Rock Ford Sites @ Tuttle Creek River Pond

Very Nice spacious sites with plenty of trees on Rocky Ford Side of Tuttle Creek River Pond State Park. Sites with water front with electric and water hook-ups. Clean bath/shower houses. Dump stations on the way out.

  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Dary R., February 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Dary R., February 4, 2021
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Dary R., February 4, 2021
Reviewed Sep. 22, 2020

Quiet & Lake View

This State Park was kept clean. We were on sites that had lake views with Water and electric. To find the sites took some time due to no Ranger or worker available at checkin, but they did have our names on the camp posts. Paved Roads were plenty wide enough to travel through with our 40' towing our truck. We did not utilize the restrooms so I can not give a rating. But if your looking for a clean, safe, quiet location this was it. If we are traveling through again we would definitely stop.

  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Tina J., September 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Tina J., September 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Tina J., September 22, 2020
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Reviewed Aug. 31, 2020

Great spot close to manhattan for any kind of camping

For the price you can’t beat the great location, views, and resources this place has to offer. Plenty of nice people who come and go year round and have plenty of privacy for camping and fishing. Recommend to anyone who is thinking about camping around the area.

  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Joey B., August 31, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 20, 2020

Big Busy Campground

Tent camping. RV camping. Great pull through spots and lots of full grown trees for big shade. Great grounds and many many lakes side spots.

Reviewed May. 12, 2020

Great camping at Rocky Ford.

Our first time camping at Tuttle Creek Rocky Ford. This area is just what we like, lots of trees, secluded, quite, good for the dogs. The hiking trails are well maintained. Great Lake for fishing and boating.

Reviewed Jun. 2, 2019

fun lake great trails

The lake is amazing and it has some great trail access.  Manhattan is a college town and with it can bring some more wild campers and some wild people on the lake.  Still a fun place to visit.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Sep. 8, 2018

Campground is a 3 orv area is a 5

The bathrooms were located by the camper areas and not the primitive area. Lots of room near the shelters for multiple tents. There was no management and they have a self pay system. We didn’t see a single park manager anywhere.

The orv area was amazing to take the jeeps out to! There’s trails, mudding areas, and areas called ledges for climbing. We will definitely be returning again!

SiteS-36
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Shaeli E., September 8, 2018
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Shaeli E., September 8, 2018
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Shaeli E., September 8, 2018
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Reviewed Jun. 16, 2018

Cool Day at Tuttle

Explored some of the trails/hunting areas with my puppy! The scenery was just beautiful and so serene. Enjoyed the seclusion from rest of the state park at this outlet of the lake.

  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Kaitlin M., June 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Kaitlin M., June 16, 2018
Reviewed May. 24, 2017

The best kept secret campground in Kansas!

When camping in Kansas you must try the Rocky Ford Campground in Tuttle State Park River Pond Area. This is a great shaded area with water views and full hookups. There are great secluded sites or sites you can camp next to friends or family. There are huge cottonwood trees that are wrapped with green vines during the summer months that guide you through the park. Make sure and put your food away at night or the raccoons will be dining at your table during the night. Site #44 is our favorite spot to hang the hammock and relax after biking or hiking the trails.

SiteSite #44
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Mike B., May 24, 2017
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Mike B., May 24, 2017
  • Review photo of Tuttle Creek State Park Campground by Mike B., May 24, 2017
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2016

Great fishing campsite

Camped here half a dozen times this past year. There are some very nice sites available but there are some really boring ones too. College nearby so weekends inches summer can get a little rowdy at times but week nights are usually very peaceful.

Fishing in the lake, the spillway it the pond is always productive. And if you do want a little nightlife, there is a great area called Aggieville 15 minutes away.

Reviewed Jul. 15, 2016

Well Maintained

This was a nice park just to have a relaxing day. It was nice to see so many people out and about taking advantage of this beautiful park.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Tuttle Creek State Park Campground?

    Camping at Tuttle Creek State Park Campground can cost between $10.00 and $95.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Tuttle Creek State Park Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Tuttle Creek State Park Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Tuttle Creek State Park Campground?

    Tuttle Creek State Park Campground allows vehicles up to 80 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Tuttle Creek State Park Campground?

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

  • Does Tuttle Creek State Park Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Tuttle Creek State Park Campground does not have wifi.