Stockdale

USACE US Army Corps of Engineers · MANHATTAN, KS · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 135 ft

Features

Rig Size Big Rig Friendly Pull Through
Hookup Electric Hookup 50 amp
Style Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites12
Sites Accepting RVs12
Overnight Sites12
Max RV Length135 ft
Max Amps50
Electric Hookup Sites12
Pull-Through Sites2
Back-In Sites10
SurfaceGravel

Location

39.3051944, -96.6533333 · 4800 Stockdale Park Road , MANHATTAN , KS 66503-8812

Photos

Description

Overview

Stockdale Campground is a 188-acre park located on the shores of Tuttle Creek Lake in the wide open expanse of northeast Kansas.

Recreation

Tuttle Creek Lake's 11 parks, marina, 10,9000 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Boating, fishing and picnicking top the list.

Power boaters on Tuttle Creek Lake will enjoy the large body of the lake on calm days for water skiing and pleasure boating. Canoeists and kayakers will find River Pond below the dam a perfect place for paddling. The state park offers canoe, kayak, and paddleboat rentals.

Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkeys, crappie, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found at Tuttle Creek. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, anglers and hunters ample opportunities for their sports.

The lake also boasts miles of hiking, biking, off-road vehicle and equestrian trails. The Blue River Trail, a one mile long loop in Outlet Park, provides excellent views of wildlife in all seasons. Click here to learn about additional trails around the lake.

Facilities

Stockdale Campground offers 12 spacious campsites in a compact draw on the lake shore. Showers, flush toilets and electric hookups are provided.

Swimming beaches, playgrounds and picnic shelters are also available in nearby parks, making the area ideal for family trips or parties.

Showers, flush toilets, water and 50 amp electric hookups provided.

Natural Features

Tuttle Creek Lake is situated in the northern portion of the Flint Hills, which are characterized by flat-topped hills with long, steep slopes, limestone rock outcrops and well-defined stream channels. The climate is typified by warm summers and moderately cold winters.

Nearly 2 million guests visit Tuttle Creek Lake each year to enjoy the endless recreational opportunities provided by the vast lake and surrounding landscape.

Nearby Attractions

Konza Prairie, Kansas State University, Fort Riley and the Prairie Parkway are all located a short drive from the campground

Directions

From the intersection of US-24 and K-13 at the west end of the dam, travel west on US-24.Tuttle Creek Blvd for 5 miles. Turn right on Riley County Road 895 and continue for 2 miles. Turn right again on Riley County Road 396/Stockdale Park Road and continue 2.5 miles to main campground.

Activities

BIKING BOATING CAMPING FISHING HIKING WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

Phone785-539-8511
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

Nearby Campgrounds

Tuttle Creek Cove 2.3 mi · USACE · 39 sites
Farnum Creek 16.7 mi · USACE · 51 sites
West Rolling Hills 21.5 mi · USACE · 65 sites
Curtis Creek 21.8 mi · USACE · 71 sites
North Richey Cove 42.2 mi · USACE · 8 sites
Richey Cove 42.6 mi · USACE · 39 sites
Canning Creek 42.8 mi · USACE · 45 sites
Kit Carson 43.0 mi · USACE · 11 sites