4.6
Cedar Bluff State Park
Ellis, Kansas
Located near Ellis, Kansas, Cedar Bluff State Park features 126 campsites in a scenic setting. This state park is a favo...
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Iola is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Kansas weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Iola.
Don't miss local attractions near Iola. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
I would love to give this place 5 stars, but can’t out of being an honest reviewer. Before I describe the reason for just 4, I’ll preface with the fact that all of the park employees I encountered were very friendly and all campers were friendly. The reason for it not being 5 is the swimming beach area and bathhouse were in need of TLC. There was decent amount of animal poop on the beach and trash... I would love to give this place 5 stars, but can’t out of being an honest reviewer. Before I describe the reason for just 4, I’ll preface with the fact that all of the park employees I encountered were very friendly and all campers were friendly. The reason for it not being 5 is the swimming beach area and bathhouse were in need of TLC. There was decent amount of animal poop on the beach and trash. The bathrooms next to the beach is in need of serious attention. With that said, a bathhouse next to a busy lake/beach/swimming area is expect to not be pristine. But anything metal, was rusted thoroughly and the ceiling had years of cobwebs and accumulated dirt. Positives: cafe was neat and delicious. The playground was excellent and I didn’t see a single campsite I wouldn’t want to stay in. There are cabins that looked really nice from the outside and it was an all around nice area. Note: For those camping at the Rocky Cove campground, there is no bathhouse. Not a big deal for me but wanted to make sure those reading this know that. We will stay again because it’s a hidden little jewel one doesn’t expect in the location it’s in.
Mar 18, 2026
Fantastic park. The drive around the lake is beautiful. I stayed there recently, so there wasn't as much vegetation, but it was still really nice. The cafe was closed for the season, but the cute little town of Girard has many cafes and restaurants. Stayed in the newly refurbished cabins and they were immaculate. Super cozy and clean. Really want to return next summer for sure.
Mar 18, 2026
A true hidden gem, especially for picnics, lake swimming, cabin stays and camping. I've never encountered a problem with black flies. A small park and museum dedicated to the young men of the CCC who worked to develop the area is at the entrance.
Mar 18, 2026
Need better signage to the different campgrounds as you come in as it was unclear & I found the sites a little too close together in the one campground I was in, although in some of the others the sites were very spacious. Also found the "feral swine may be in area" signs on the nature trails to be a bit disconcerting & didn't make me feel altogether safe. But overall a nice park & stopover on the... Need better signage to the different campgrounds as you come in as it was unclear & I found the sites a little too close together in the one campground I was in, although in some of the others the sites were very spacious. Also found the "feral swine may be in area" signs on the nature trails to be a bit disconcerting & didn't make me feel altogether safe. But overall a nice park & stopover on the road.
Mar 18, 2026
Great area with cute little cabins that are fully loaded and efficiently set up. Unfortunately the water was too high for swimming but we still had a blast! Great family vacation spot, the kids didn't want to leave. They were too busy chasing lizards to worry about high water😜
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