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Fall River Lake in Kansas




fall river lake in kansas Fall River Lake in Kansas is a beautiful, large reservoir that offers beauty, camping facilities and outdoors activities in the southeastern corner of the state.

The 2,450 acre lake is located on the Fall River, and offers swimming, boating, water skiing, and fishing to its many visitors during the year.

Nearby campgrounds in Fall River State Park offer tent sites, RV sites and rustic cabins in which to enjoy your stay.


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Trails

Fall River Lake in Kansas offers many trails to entice hiking enthusiasts. There are two located near Fredonia Bay. Turkey Run Trail leads the explorer through a wooded ravine, over a stream and into a tallgrass prairie with an astounding view of the lake.

Casner Creek Trail meanders through the forest, opening onto a breathtaking display of wildflowers. Near Quarry Bay, you can take the Post Oak Trail along Craig Creek to experience sandstone outcroppings, meadows and stands of oak.

Catclaw Trail leads you through the tallgrass prairie along sandstone ridges and into oak savannahs. Bluestem Prairie Trail leads you through high prairie that changes to low woodlands.

These trails are excellent for studying native flora and fauna, and an orienteering class offered in the park will teach you about many of the species you'll see. The trails around Fall River Lake in Kansas are open to hikers and mountain bikes.

The prairies and woodlands offer an abundance of wildflowers in the spring and summer, as well as blackjack and post oaks. With the variety of landscapes available in this region, it is possible to learn about and enjoy the variety of geological features.

Wildlife

For birdwatchers and nature lovers, there is an 8,000 acre public wildlife area. It is common to see prairie chickens, waterfowl of all kinds, squirrels, rabbits, wild turkeys, white tail deer, doves and quail. The wildlife area contains more than 400 species of birds. Game hunters and photographers can also enjoy this abundance.

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Fishing

For fishermen, Fall River Lake in Kansas offers excellent fishing for several species. Bluegill, crappie, green sunfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish and largemouth, spotted and white bass frequent the lake. White bass are best caught in the spring in the Fall River above the reservoir and in Otter Creek. Crappies are abundant and are easily caught in the spring and fall.

Amenities and Things To Do

Other amenities at Fall River State Park include a playground for children, a youth fishing pond, a basketball court, showerhouses, boat ramps and docks, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and beaches. Many of the facilities are ADA accessible. Campsites do take reservations if you prefer to plan ahead.

In early August, don't miss the annual Fall River Star Party. The Kansas Astronomical Observers bring a slide presentation and several telescopes to let attendees view the heavens. This annual event is held at the campfire theater in Fredonia Bay. In late September, it is time for the Rendezvous. Visit the Mountain Man encampment and enjoy the activities they have for the public.

Fall River Lake Information

  • County: Greenwood
  • Location: Four miles northeast of the town of Fall River. 17 miles southeast of Eureka.
  • Surface Acres: 2450
  • Lake Type: Reservoir
  • Current Lake Level: Fall River Lake Level
  • Recreation Areas: Rock Ridge, Whitehall Bay and at the Dam site.Link to Corps of Engineers
  • Maps: Fall River Lake Map Public Hunting Map
  • GPS: N37 39.368 W096 03.208
  • Official Contact Info: 144 Highway 105 Toronto, KS 66777 (620) 637-2213 (Area Office) (620) 431-0380 (Regional Office)
    Link to the KDWP Website
  • Corps of Engineers Fall River Lake Phone: (620) 658-4445 Fax: (620) 658-4919 2453 Lake Road Fall River, Kansas 67047-9738
  • Fish Species Present: Channel Catfish, Crappie, Bluegill, Flathead Catfish, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, White Bass
  • What To Hunt: Dove, Quail, Deer, Turkey, Rabbit, Squirrel, Duck, Geese ,Prairie Chicken

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Nearby Towns to
Fall River Lake

  • Eureka
  • Fredonia
  • Howard
  • Neodesha
  • Chanute

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  • La Cygne
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  • Toronto Lake
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