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John Redmond Lake in KansasLocated on the Neosho River, the John Redmond Lake in Kansas is surrounded by rolling hills, croplands and prairie. This is a wonderful place to bring the entire family for fishing, camping, hunting and other outdoor pursuits. Originally called the Strawn Dam, the town of Strawn was relocated six miles east so the dam could be constructed to form the lake. The old town of Strawn is now underwater. The name was changed to John Redmond after the publisher of the Burlington Daily Republican. A champion of flood control, this reservoir, among others, are part of his legacy in the state of Kansas. Before the building of this reservoir, the Neosho valley flooded 57 times in 34 years. Once the dam was complete, the valley was protected from further flooding. If you like nature, you'll enjoy the native plants. Photograph and enjoy bluestem, Indian grass, brome grass, switch grass and sideoates grama. Woodlands are full of black walnut, elm, ash, hickory, hackberry, cedar and cottonwood. Take long walks through the prairies adjacent to the lake and enjoy the scenery our pioneer ancestors saw on their journey west.
FishingFishermen can enjoy the many species of game fish that live in the lake. White crappie, white bass, paddlefish, sauger, saugeye, spotted and striped bass, sunfish, and several species of catfish are ready and waiting for your fishing pleasure.If you are interested in unusual fish, this is your lake because the unique paddlefish resembles prehistoric fish. They are available for fishing during a special snagging season. This is one of the few lakes paddlefish are being stocked in. Your luck with individual species will vary with your location on the lake and the season. Be sure to ask for the latest fishing report and forecast when you arrive. All fishermen are required to follow licensing laws and regulations. Wildlife AreaThe John Redmond Wildlife Area lies adjacent to the lake. Made up of 1,637 acres, the wildlife area is comprised of cropland, grassland and wetlands.If you hunt here, you need to be aware of the boundaries between this area and the nearby Flinthills Wildlife Area, the Corps of Engineers property and the Fish and Wildlife Services. Game birds like turkey, prairie chicken, quail, doves, ducks, geese and larger game like white tail deer are among the animals most frequently hunted around the John Redmond Lake in Kansas. Share your successful hunt in the Kansas Hunting Trophy Room Camping and TrailsThere are plenty of camping and picnicking facilities around John Redmond Lake in Kansas. Individual campsites, potable water, group shelters, restroom facilities, swimming beaches and boat ramps are all available for use.Two very popular off road vehicle areas are located near Otter Creek and Hickory Creek Trail. For those who like to hike, or ride horses or mountain bikes, there are plenty around the John Redmond Lake in Kansas. The Hickory Creek Trail is an 11 mile long path that crosses Hickory Creek. Bridges have been washed out due to flooding, so visitors will need to plan for fording the creek. John Redmond Information
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