Any Kansan who has been here long enough will tell you – the lake is where it’s at. We don’t need oceans sweeping us into the current or sending sharks into shallow waters. We just need a lake! Whether you’re the type to camp out with a bonfire or dive right in, these lakes in Kansas are perfect the perfect place to be.
- Wilson Lake
Vincent Parsons/Flickr Wilson Lake’s amazing rock formations and interesting color scheme make it a unique place to visit when you feel like relaxing by the water.
- Glen Elder Reservoir
ksoutdoors.com When you’re looking for sand beaches to make sculptures, Glen Elder is the way to go! Just take a look at this sea turtle.
- Wellington Lake
Judy Peters/Google Wellington lake is my favorite place to go swimming, with plenty of space to swim instead of one small roped-off area.
- Cedar Bluff Reservoir
ksoutdoors.com Cedar Bluff is another great sand-beach lake you’ll love building sandcastles on with family and friends.
- Clinton Lake
Patrick Emerson/Flickr Clinton Lake has some of the most magical views in Kansas, as well as plenty of recreation opportunities all year.
- Milford Lake
Acorns Resort at Milford Lake/Flickr Milford Lake is the best place for sailing, or so I’ve heard. Maybe this year is the year you learn?
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Vincent Parsons/Flickr
Wilson Lake’s amazing rock formations and interesting color scheme make it a unique place to visit when you feel like relaxing by the water.
ksoutdoors.com
When you’re looking for sand beaches to make sculptures, Glen Elder is the way to go! Just take a look at this sea turtle.
Judy Peters/Google
Wellington lake is my favorite place to go swimming, with plenty of space to swim instead of one small roped-off area.
Cedar Bluff is another great sand-beach lake you’ll love building sandcastles on with family and friends.
Patrick Emerson/Flickr
Clinton Lake has some of the most magical views in Kansas, as well as plenty of recreation opportunities all year.
Acorns Resort at Milford Lake/Flickr
Milford Lake is the best place for sailing, or so I’ve heard. Maybe this year is the year you learn?
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