Slough Creek
Slough Creek Campground is situated on Perry Lake in the lush Kansas forest. As the largest and most popular recreation area at the lake, Slough Creek is an ideal destination for family camping trips. Campground gate policy--Park entrance gates will be closed from 10pm-6am on Friday and Saturday nights and the entirety of holiday weekends. An exit lane is provided with one way traffic only. No late entrance will be allowed and only Park Staff or Emergency Personnel will be permitted though the gate after 10pm.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 126 |
| Standard, no hookups | 44 |
| Group sites | 2 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 72 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
173 sites in 7 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B001 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| B002 | BOAK | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |||
| B003 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| B004 | BOAK | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |||
| B005 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| B007 | BOAK | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |||
| B008 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 58 | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| B009 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 54 | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||||
| B010 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 56 | Gravel | Partial | No | 10 / 3 | Yes | |||
| B011 | BOAK | Standard | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | No | 10 / 3 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 72 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites L001, S006, W013 are listed accessible |
Slough Creek Campground offers 174 reservable spacious campsites, ranging from walk-in tent sites to full electric and water hookup sites. In addition to the individual campsites, one large group camp is available for large parties or family functions and provides privacy from the main campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Highway 24 in Perry, Kansas, take Ferguson Road north for 7 miles, then turn onto Slough Creek Road and follow signs to the campground.
| Nearest town | Perry, Kansas |
| Coordinates | 39.1347° N, 95.4306° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Great Blue Heron ↗ | 15.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 33.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Perry Lake is a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City--each with their own array of shopping, dining, and attractions.
- 0.5 miDevils Gap Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 1.3 miLake Perry Yacht & Marina ↗Boat launch
- 14.8 miVisitor Center ↗Visitor center
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Perry Lake Dam was completed in 1969 to help with flood control for the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. Today, the lake boasts 159 miles of shoreline and 12,000 surface acres of water, creating countless recreational activities for visitors, and earning it the nickname "paradise on the plains." The campground is surrounded by the lake on one side and a dense canopy of forest on the other, making it ideal for those wishing to enjoy the best of both environments.
Recreation
Perry lake has a reputation for being one of the best sailing lakes in the region; however, boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered here, whether it's sailing, power boating or canoeing. Perry Lake offers excellent fishing: White crappie, flathead catfish, walleye, white bass, channel catfish and sauger are in abundance throughout the lake. In addition to the vast lake, the area has approximately 27,000 acres of public land dedicated to wildlife management: turkey, deer, quail, pheasant, rabbit, squirrel, duck and geese are all found on these federal lands. For hikers, the 29-mile Perry Lake loop trail offers a range of terrain and difficulty from easy, gentle slopes in the south to rugged, varying elevation changes in the north. The Slough Creek trailhead for the Perry Lake Trail is located on-site. There is also a short loop trail through the Slough Creek Area called the Thunder Ridge Trail with the trailhead just outside the main campground gate. The Thunder Ridge Trail is approximately 2.5 miles and offers a diverse array of terrain and scenery in such a short trail.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Slough Creek?
Sites at Slough Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Slough Creek?
Check-in 5:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Slough Creek have?
177 sites, including 126 standard sites with power, 44 standard sites without power, 2 group sites, and 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Slough Creek?
The longest site here provides 72 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 Slough Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Slough Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Slough Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Slough Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Slough Creek?
Sites L001, S006, and W013 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 Slough Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Slough Creek?
Perry lake has a reputation for being one of the best sailing lakes in the region; however, boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered here, whether it's sailing, power boating or canoeing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Slough Creek?
Perry, Kansas. Perry Lake is a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City--each with their own array of shopping, dining, and attractions.
Source: Getting there
What if Slough Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rock Creek (1.6 mi), Longview (3.5 mi), and Old Town (6.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby