Card Creek
Open year-round with reservations available through Recreation.gov. Campsite 14 is currently closed for maintenance until further notice.
About
Card Creek Campground is an Army Corps of Engineers facility situated along Card Creek as it flows into Elk City Lake in Montgomery County, Kansas. Located about 5 miles west of Independence, the campground provides a blend of modern and rustic camping options with 15 electric sites featuring 30-amp power and water hookups, plus 5 primitive tent sites for those seeking a more traditional experience. The campground offers solid amenities including a shower building with restroom facilities, a vault toilet, a dump station for RVs, and a boat ramp providing direct access to Elk City Lake. Sites accommodate vehicles up to 44 feet in length with gravel back-in driveways. Campfires are permitted and pets are welcome. Fishing is a primary draw, with Elk City Lake offering largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, white bass, and saugeye. A hiking trail runs adjacent to the campground, and the nearby Elk River Hiking Trail provides additional exploration. The area borders the Elk City Wildlife Area managed by Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, making it popular with hunters during season.
Directions
From Independence, follow Highway 160 west to the brown directional sign and follow the blacktop to the park.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 44ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 44ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (620) 336-2741 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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