Army Corps of Engineers · Pomona Lake · Vassar, KS

Outlet

Outlet Campground is located along 110 Mile Creek in eastern Kansas at 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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Site mix

Standard with electric28
group shelter electric2
Host/management6
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 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

30 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
01ElectricBack-in65GravelFull30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
02ElectricBack-in42GravelPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
03ElectricBack-in55GravelPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
04ElectricBack-in55GravelPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
05ElectricBack-in55GravelPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
06ElectricBack-in42GravelPartial20/30/50 ampYes / No8 / 2Yes
07ElectricBack-in42GravelPartial20/30/50 ampYes / No8 / 2Yes
08ElectricBack-in50GravelPartial20/30/50 ampYes / No8 / 2Yes
09ElectricBack-in55GravelPartial20/30/50 ampYes / No8 / 2Yes
10ElectricBack-in45GravelPartial20/30/50 ampYes / No8 / 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
Max vehicle length65 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
AccessibilitySites MGT, Shelte are listed accessible

Outlet Campground offers 34 campsites and two group day-use picnic shelters, all of which have electric and water hookups. Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, a shower building, playground, nature trail, dump station, laundry facilities and a boat ramp. The local sheriff's department and Corps of Engineers rangers patrol the park during the recreation season. A visitor center is located a short distance from the park and provides educational displays about the lake and its environment.

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

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Outlet30°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, less than a mile 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, turn north on Pomona Dam Road and proceed 1/2-mile to 229th Street (just before dam). Turn east and proceed to park entrance.

Nearest townVassar, Kansas
Coordinates38.6458° N, 95.5597° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗1.6 mi
Outdoor gearOutdoor Gear & Knives ↗6.9 mi
RV sales & serviceCentral RV ↗17.5 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 less than 10 miles away, with limited restaurants and shops. This small town is home to 22 historical sites and the smallest Carnegie library still in use.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Outlet?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Outlet?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Outlet have?

36 sites, including 28 standard sites with power and 2 group shelter electric.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Outlet?

The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does Outlet have hookups?

Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Outlet?

Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, a shower building, playground, nature trail, dump station, laundry facilities and a boat ramp.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Outlet?

Yes, pets are allowed at Outlet. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Outlet?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Outlet?

Sites MGT and Shelte 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 Outlet?

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 Outlet?

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 Outlet?

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

Source: Getting there