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Cheney Reservoir Kansas



Cheney Reservoir is located west of Wichita, Kansas. The park is located on the southern end of the lake, on both the east and west sides. Completed in 1964, the lake offers excellent fishing and camping facilities, along with several cabins and other amenities.

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Sailing

Some of the major events at Cheney lake include sailing regattas. The sight of over 100 colorful sailboats gliding on the lake is breathtaking. Whether you enjoy sailing yourself or you prefer to watch the graceful sailboats from the shore, it is a sight to see. The Ninnescah Sailing Center is located on the west shore of the lake, and is the place to go for all your sailing needs. A full-service marina caters to the needs of boaters and fishermen on the east shore.

Fishing

Cheney Reservoir offers terrific fishing. Channel catfish, crappie, bass, wipers, walleye, carp and perch are all prolific in the lake and offer some challenging fishing. Full fishing reports and forecasts are available at the park. Boating, water skiing, and other water sports are also popular. Swimming beaches are available on both sides of the lake.

Trails

If you prefer to stay on the land, Cheney Reservoir offers an interpretive trail at Geifer Creek. It is open to hikers and mountain bikers. Spring Creek Wildlife Observation Trail runs through a wetland and along a stream. It is a wonderful place to get up close and personal with the native wildlife. Be sure to bring your camera. You may capture a roadrunner or egret in your travels, or maybe a group of deer.

Hunting

Hunting is allowed only in designated areas with permits. A shooting range is available for target practice. Target practice is not allowed in hunting areas. A waterfowl report is available from the park.

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Cabins

There are many ADA facilities available at Cheney Reservoir, including a fishing jetty, campgrounds and one of the cabins. Six other cabins are also available to rent. Cabins are equipped with beds, kitchens, a dining table and a grill. Campers must bring their own bedding, toiletries, linens, kitchen utensils and food. The cabins offer heat and air conditioning. Pets are not allowed in the cabins.

Camping

For campers who don't want a cabin, there are 150 primitive sites and 145 sites that offer water and electricity on the east side of the lake. The west side offers 245 campsites with water and electricity. Boat ramps, shower houses, shelters and other amenities are available as well. Dump stations are available for those traveling with RVs.

Be sure to check the park calendar for upcoming events you may want to attend. Besides sailing regattas, the park is host to many once-in-a-lifetime events like the Antiques Roadshow or other unique activities. If you find something you want to participate in, ask the park office how you sign up for an event.

Cheney Reservoir Information

  • County: Kingman, Sedgwick and Reno
  • Location: 29 miles west of Wichita, Ks To K251 4 miles North
  • Surface Acres: 9600
  • Lake Type: Reservoir
  • Current Lake Level:Cheney Lake Data
  • Recreation Areas: Modern pit toilets, nine rest rooms with showers, a shelter house, four trailer dump stations,four designated swimming areas and more than 200 utility camping sites, West Shore Area has seven reservable modern cabins
  • Maps:Cheney Reservoir Lake Map Reservoir/Wildlife Areas
  • GPS: N37 43.154 W97 49.538
  • Official Contact Info:Cheney Reservoir 16000 NE 50th St.Cheney, KS 67025 316-542-3664 (Park Office) 316-683-8069 (Regional Office)
    Link to the KDWP Website
  • Fish Species Present:Channel Catfish, Crappie, Wiper, Carp White Perch, Walleye, White Bass
  • What to Hunt: Pheasant, Quail, Turkey, Rabbit, Dove, Waterfowl

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Kat N Cal's Country Store and Bait Shop 15541 NE 50th St. Phone 316-542-9800

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