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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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Located near Manhattan, Kansas, Tuttle Creek State Park features 190 campsites in a scenic setting. This state park is a favorite among visitors seeking outdoor adventure and relaxation.
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Manhattan 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 Manhattan.
Don't miss local attractions near Manhattan. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
🌟🌟🌟🌟 Tuttle Creek State Park – A Hidden Gem with Room to Roam Tuttle Creek State Park is truly one of Manhattan’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by expansive views, peaceful fishing spots, and plenty of room to breathe. Whether you're casting a line, hiking through the wooded trails, or just soaking in the serenity of the Flint Hills, this park offer... 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Tuttle Creek State Park – A Hidden Gem with Room to Roam Tuttle Creek State Park is truly one of Manhattan’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by expansive views, peaceful fishing spots, and plenty of room to breathe. Whether you're casting a line, hiking through the wooded trails, or just soaking in the serenity of the Flint Hills, this park offers a little something for everyone. The lake is stunning, and the shoreline stretches for miles—perfect for quiet reflection or a full day of adventure. There’s a generous mix of terrain, from shaded forest paths to open prairie, and the wildlife sightings are a bonus. It’s also great for families, solo explorers, and anyone needing a reset in nature. The only reason I’m giving four stars instead of five is the condition of some of the roads. A few areas could definitely use resurfacing, especially near the campgrounds and trailheads. It’s not a dealbreaker, but worth noting if you’re driving an RV or low-clearance vehicle. Overall, Tuttle Creek is a treasure. If you’re in the area and looking for space to unwind, fish, hike, or just reconnect with nature, this park delivers.
Mar 18, 2026
🌟🌟🌟🌟 Tuttle Creek State Park – A Hidden Gem with Room to Roam Tuttle Creek State Park is truly one of Manhattan’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by expansive views, peaceful fishing spots, and plenty of room to breathe. Whether you're casting a line, hiking through the wooded trails, or just soaking in the serenity of the Flint Hills, this park offer... 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Tuttle Creek State Park – A Hidden Gem with Room to Roam Tuttle Creek State Park is truly one of Manhattan’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted by expansive views, peaceful fishing spots, and plenty of room to breathe. Whether you're casting a line, hiking through the wooded trails, or just soaking in the serenity of the Flint Hills, this park offers a little something for everyone. The lake is stunning, and the shoreline stretches for miles—perfect for quiet reflection or a full day of adventure. There’s a generous mix of terrain, from shaded forest paths to open prairie, and the wildlife sightings are a bonus. It’s also great for families, solo explorers, and anyone needing a reset in nature. The only reason I’m giving four stars instead of five is the condition of some of the roads. A few areas could definitely use resurfacing, especially near the campgrounds and trailheads. It’s not a dealbreaker, but worth noting if you’re driving an RV or low-clearance vehicle. Overall, Tuttle Creek is a treasure. If you’re in the area and looking for space to unwind, fish, hike, or just reconnect with nature, this park delivers.
Mar 18, 2026
We stayed in the Pottawatomie cabin for a family vacation and we had the best time! Such a variety of activities you can do at the State Park, which was about 8 minutes from our cabin. Great spot for a vacation! Incredibly beautiful views. Great fishing spot, beautiful trails to walk, a swimming area (admittedly a little disappointed in how the buoys were not all anchored so the perimeter had blow... We stayed in the Pottawatomie cabin for a family vacation and we had the best time! Such a variety of activities you can do at the State Park, which was about 8 minutes from our cabin. Great spot for a vacation! Incredibly beautiful views. Great fishing spot, beautiful trails to walk, a swimming area (admittedly a little disappointed in how the buoys were not all anchored so the perimeter had blown around and made the swimming area terribly small), you can rent kayaks and canoes (just make sure you call to ask if it's available for when you plan to come, the website says memorial Day weekend but when we went to rent them we were told the end of June, and Wildcat Marina wouldn't rent them either due to blue green algae), and they also have an archery range! As for the cabin, it's not fancy but it's super nice to have air conditioning, a refrigerator , microwave, etc, while doing a camping style vacation. It's an escape from the heat without having to go back to the big city! You can tell the cabin has been there a while, it could use a deep cleaning, but all in all we were very happy and thankful to be staying there with such beautiful views! It's ADA compliant with everything set up so that you can stay there if you are in a wheelchair. As for the start park, it's a really fantastic spot to relax and connect with nature. We hope to make this an annual trip!
Mar 18, 2026
We stayed in the Pottawatomie cabin for a family vacation and we had the best time! Such a variety of activities you can do at the State Park, which was about 8 minutes from our cabin. Great spot for a vacation! Incredibly beautiful views. Great fishing spot, beautiful trails to walk, a swimming area (admittedly a little disappointed in how the buoys were not all anchored so the perimeter had blow... We stayed in the Pottawatomie cabin for a family vacation and we had the best time! Such a variety of activities you can do at the State Park, which was about 8 minutes from our cabin. Great spot for a vacation! Incredibly beautiful views. Great fishing spot, beautiful trails to walk, a swimming area (admittedly a little disappointed in how the buoys were not all anchored so the perimeter had blown around and made the swimming area terribly small), you can rent kayaks and canoes (just make sure you call to ask if it's available for when you plan to come, the website says memorial Day weekend but when we went to rent them we were told the end of June, and Wildcat Marina wouldn't rent them either due to blue green algae), and they also have an archery range! As for the cabin, it's not fancy but it's super nice to have air conditioning, a refrigerator , microwave, etc, while doing a camping style vacation. It's an escape from the heat without having to go back to the big city! You can tell the cabin has been there a while, it could use a deep cleaning, but all in all we were very happy and thankful to be staying there with such beautiful views! It's ADA compliant with everything set up so that you can stay there if you are in a wheelchair. As for the start park, it's a really fantastic spot to relax and connect with nature. We hope to make this an annual trip!
Mar 18, 2026
We stayed in the Pottawatomie cabin for a family vacation and we had the best time! Such a variety of activities you can do at the State Park, which was about 8 minutes from our cabin. Great spot for a vacation! Incredibly beautiful views. Great fishing spot, beautiful trails to walk, a swimming area (admittedly a little disappointed in how the buoys were not all anchored so the perimeter had blow... We stayed in the Pottawatomie cabin for a family vacation and we had the best time! Such a variety of activities you can do at the State Park, which was about 8 minutes from our cabin. Great spot for a vacation! Incredibly beautiful views. Great fishing spot, beautiful trails to walk, a swimming area (admittedly a little disappointed in how the buoys were not all anchored so the perimeter had blown around and made the swimming area terribly small), you can rent kayaks and canoes (just make sure you call to ask if it's available for when you plan to come, the website says memorial Day weekend but when we went to rent them we were told the end of June, and Wildcat Marina wouldn't rent them either due to blue green algae), and they also have an archery range! As for the cabin, it's not fancy but it's super nice to have air conditioning, a refrigerator , microwave, etc, while doing a camping style vacation. It's an escape from the heat without having to go back to the big city! You can tell the cabin has been there a while, it could use a deep cleaning, but all in all we were very happy and thankful to be staying there with such beautiful views! It's ADA compliant with everything set up so that you can stay there if you are in a wheelchair. As for the start park, it's a really fantastic spot to relax and connect with nature. We hope to make this an annual trip!
Mar 18, 2026
The variety of hiking trails is wonderful! The area is kept clean and camping areas appear to be well kept. We haven't camped here, but have hiked a few different trails. This is a horse & mule friendly park as well.
Mar 18, 2026
The variety of hiking trails is wonderful! The area is kept clean and camping areas appear to be well kept. We haven't camped here, but have hiked a few different trails. This is a horse & mule friendly park as well.
Mar 18, 2026
The variety of hiking trails is wonderful! The area is kept clean and camping areas appear to be well kept. We haven't camped here, but have hiked a few different trails. This is a horse & mule friendly park as well.
Mar 18, 2026
The variety of hiking trails is wonderful! The area is kept clean and camping areas appear to be well kept. We haven't camped here, but have hiked a few different trails. This is a horse & mule friendly park as well.
Mar 18, 2026
We loved this state park so much we've been twice in the last month. Kids loved kayaking to the little island and exploring. The swim beach wasn't too crowded and clean. The primitive campsites were fairly large and spaced out. We did not feel crowded either time we visited.
Mar 18, 2026
We loved this state park so much we've been twice in the last month. Kids loved kayaking to the little island and exploring. The swim beach wasn't too crowded and clean. The primitive campsites were fairly large and spaced out. We did not feel crowded either time we visited.
Mar 18, 2026
We loved this state park so much we've been twice in the last month. Kids loved kayaking to the little island and exploring. The swim beach wasn't too crowded and clean. The primitive campsites were fairly large and spaced out. We did not feel crowded either time we visited.
Mar 18, 2026
We loved this state park so much we've been twice in the last month. Kids loved kayaking to the little island and exploring. The swim beach wasn't too crowded and clean. The primitive campsites were fairly large and spaced out. We did not feel crowded either time we visited.
Mar 18, 2026
I buy a park pass every year so I can fish (crappie, bass and walleye). It's a beautiful, well-maintained park and campground. The bathrooms are clean and the grounds are well maintained. Lots of geese and herons. I even saw a pair of loons (I think) this evening. Can't beat sunrise on the lake! There is a dog park, a swimming beach, you can rent kayaks, there is disc golf, a nice playground.
Mar 18, 2026
I buy a park pass every year so I can fish (crappie, bass and walleye). It's a beautiful, well-maintained park and campground. The bathrooms are clean and the grounds are well maintained. Lots of geese and herons. I even saw a pair of loons (I think) this evening. Can't beat sunrise on the lake! There is a dog park, a swimming beach, you can rent kayaks, there is disc golf, a nice playground.
Mar 18, 2026
I buy a park pass every year so I can fish (crappie, bass and walleye). It's a beautiful, well-maintained park and campground. The bathrooms are clean and the grounds are well maintained. Lots of geese and herons. I even saw a pair of loons (I think) this evening. Can't beat sunrise on the lake! There is a dog park, a swimming beach, you can rent kayaks, there is disc golf, a nice playground.
Mar 18, 2026
I buy a park pass every year so I can fish (crappie, bass and walleye). It's a beautiful, well-maintained park and campground. The bathrooms are clean and the grounds are well maintained. Lots of geese and herons. I even saw a pair of loons (I think) this evening. Can't beat sunrise on the lake! There is a dog park, a swimming beach, you can rent kayaks, there is disc golf, a nice playground.
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