Outlet Channel
Open seasonally from April through October. Sites are reservable via Recreation.gov or available first-come, first-served.
Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 1:35PM CDT until August 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and southeast Kansas. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Heat Advisory issued August 10 at 1:35PM CDT until August 11 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, east central, south central, and southeast Kansas. * WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
Outlet Channel is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campground located below Elk City Dam along the Elk River, approximately 5 miles northwest of Independence, Kansas. The campground occupies a quiet setting beneath Table Mound, which features natural rock formations. Sites are available with 50-amp electric and water hookups or as primitive non-electric sites, accommodating tents, RVs, and trailers. The area offers diverse recreation including fishing in the Elk River, access to the Elk River Hiking Trail, and nearby mountain bike trails. On-site amenities include a basketball court and sand volleyball court, plus a reservable group shelter with electric hookup. The campground operates seasonally from April through October. Sites are available both on a first-come, first-served basis and through advance reservation via Recreation.gov. Pets are permitted on leash.
Directions
Located approximately 5 miles NW of Independence, KS. From Independence, go north on US 75, west on county roads following signs to Elk City Lake and Outlet Channel.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $16 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| 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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