Army Corps of Engineers · Pomona Lake · Vassar, KS

Michigan Valley

Michigan Valley Campground is located in eastern Kansas on the shores of Pomona Lake. The scenic park appeals to family campers, sportsmen and water sport enthusiasts. The reservoir covers 4,000 acres and offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities.

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Michigan ValleySite A1Shelter 4A12
Photos courtesy of Tracy, Patterson, Brad Cox, USACE · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard with electric52
Standard, no hookups25
group shelter electric3
Group sites1
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 114 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

81 sites in 8 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
A 01AElectricBack-in60Gravel50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 02AElectricBack-in60GravelPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 03AElectricBack-in60GravelPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 04AElectricBack-in54GravelPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 05AElectricBack-in65GravelPartial50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 06AElectricBack-in60Gravel50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 07AElectricBack-in60Gravel50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 08AElectricBack-in60Gravel50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 12AElectricPull-through96Gravel50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
A 13AElectricPull-through98Gravel50 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water, sewer
Max vehicle length114 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
AccessibilitySites G 01, SHEL#3, SHEL#4, SHEL#5 are listed accessible

Michigan Valley Campground offers 87 campsites, 51 of which have electric and water hookups. Three additional group picnic shelters have electric hookups. Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, a shower building, playground, basketball court, swim beach and dump station.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Michigan Valley30°40°50°60°70°80°90°January: 1.00 inches of precipitationFebruary: 1.68 inches of precipitationMarch: 2.27 inches of precipitationApril: 3.79 inches of precipitationMay: 5.49 inches of precipitationJune: 5.37 inches of precipitationJuly: 3.89 inches of precipitationAugust: 4.06 inches of precipitationSeptember: 3.96 inches of precipitationOctober: 3.19 inches of precipitationNovember: 2.30 inches of precipitationDecember: 1.61 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 31.1°F averageFebruary: 35.0°F averageMarch: 45.3°F averageApril: 55.3°F averageMay: 65.6°F averageJune: 75.4°F averageJuly: 80.1°F averageAugust: 78.4°F averageSeptember: 70.1°F averageOctober: 57.9°F averageNovember: 45.2°F averageDecember: 35.0°F average0 in2 in4 in6 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Pomona Lake, 2 miles from the campground at 1,063 feet, station USC00146498 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 39 inches a year.

Getting there

From US 75 and K-268 junction, proceed east on K-268 for 7 miles to Pomona Dam Road. Turn north and travel 2.5 mi across the dam. Turn west on Wolf Creek Pkwy for 500 feet, then turn south and proceed to park entrance.

Nearest townVassar, Kansas
Coordinates38.6647° N, 95.5489° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗2.1 mi
Outdoor gearOutdoor Gear & Knives ↗7.7 mi
RV sales & serviceCentral RV ↗17.1 mi

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Natural features

Pomona Lake is situated among the rolling hills, mixed grasslands, croplands and forests of eastern Kansas. Wildlife and numerous species of birds can be observed at this secluded, heavily shaded campground. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey, crappie, walleye, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found here.

Recreation

Fishing, boating, picnicking,and hunting are favorite activities on and around Pomona Lake. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide ample opportunities for sportsmen and women. Three nearby trails meander around Pomona Lake, providing visitors with hiking and nature study opportunities. Deer Creek Nature Trail and Witches' Broom Trail are short trails for hikers. The Black Hawk Trail offers a 33 mile loop with several trailheads and is a popular hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking path.

Nearby

Numerous parks lie on the banks of Pomona Lake, offering additional boating, fishing, swimming, hunting and hiking opportunities. The town of Lyndon, Kansas is 20 minutes away, with limited restaurants and shops. This small town is home to 22 historical sites and the smallest Carnegie library still in use.

Guidebooks for Kansas and camping across the country

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  • Kansas Trail Guide
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    Harry Basch and Shirley Slater, 2012
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Michigan Valley?

Sites at Michigan Valley are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Michigan Valley?

Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Michigan Valley have?

81 sites, including 52 standard sites with power, 25 standard sites without power, 3 group shelter electric, and 1 group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Michigan Valley?

Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does Michigan Valley have hookups?

Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Michigan Valley?

Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, a shower building, playground, basketball court, swim beach and dump station.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Michigan Valley?

Yes, pets are allowed at Michigan Valley. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Michigan Valley?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Michigan Valley?

Sites G 01, SHEL#3, SHEL#4, and SHEL#5 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Michigan Valley?

FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Michigan Valley?

Fishing, boating, picnicking,and hunting are favorite activities on and around Pomona Lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Michigan Valley?

Vassar, Kansas. Numerous parks lie on the banks of Pomona Lake, offering additional boating, fishing, swimming, hunting and hiking opportunities.

Source: Getting there