Elk City State Park
Open year-round. Reservations available through ReserveAmerica. Campers limited to 14 consecutive nights maximum; 5-day absence required before returning.
Flood Watch issued June 21 at 11:48AM CDT until June 22 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of southeast Kansas, including the following counties, Allen, Chautauqua, Elk, Greenwood, Labette, Montgomery, Neosho, Wilson and Woodson. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An additional round of showers and storms producing heavy rain will be possible this afternoon, causing additional flooding.
Flood Warning issued June 21 at 9:21AM CDT until June 23 at 7:54PM CDT by NWS Wichita KS
...The National Weather Service in Wichita KS has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Kansas... Verdigris River at Altoona affecting Wilson County. Verdigris River at Independence affecting Montgomery and Wilson Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Verdigris River at Independence. * WHEN...From Monday morning to Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...At 36.0 feet, Some flooding of low lying areas and bottom land can be expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM CDT Sunday the stage was 7.0 feet and rising. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late tomorrow morning to a crest of 34.3 feet tomorrow evening. It will then fall below flood stage Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 30.0 feet.
About
Elk City State Park sits on the east shore of the 4,500-acre Elk City Reservoir, about 5 miles west of Independence, Kansas. The 857-acre park features dense oak and hickory woodlands with rolling meadows, providing a quiet, family-oriented camping experience. Four campground areas serve different camping styles: Comfort Cove and Prairie Meadow offer utility sites with electric and water hookups, while Timber Road provides primitive camping. Eleven sites include full hookups with sewer. Recreational opportunities abound with a swimming beach, 3-lane boat ramp, fishing piers including an ADA-accessible dock, and a kids fishing pond. The park maintains an 18-hole par 3 golf course, disc golf course, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, and basketball courts. Several trail systems traverse the area, including the Eagle Rock Mountain Bike Trail, Post-Oak and Green Thumb Nature Trails, and Table Mound Hiking Trail. The 15-mile Elk River Hiking Trail connects the dam to the US-160 bridge. The adjacent 12,000-acre Elk City Wildlife Area provides additional hunting and outdoor recreation opportunities, making this park particularly attractive to anglers and wildlife enthusiasts seeking a multi-day basecamp.
Directions
Located 5 miles west of Independence, Kansas at 4825 State Park Road. From Independence, head west on US-160.
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 | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $95 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 175ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| elkcitysp@ksoutdoors.com | |
| Phone | +1 (620) 331-6295 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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