Venango Park
Venango Park Campground is located on the eastern shores of Kanopolis Lake in central Kansas, 30 miles southwest of Salina. Kanopolis Lake is on the Smoky Hill River, and is one of the state's oldest lakes. Many outdoor activities are available, including camping, boating, fishing, hunting and ATV riding.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 91 |
| Standard, no hookups | 32 |
| group shelter nonelectric | 4 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
129 sites in 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SP - Primitive | ADMIN | Standard | Back-in | 29 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||
| SP - 30 AMP Electric | ADMIN | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||
| SP - 50 AMP Electric | ADMIN | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||
| SP - 30 AMP Electric & Water | ADMIN | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| SP - 50 AMP Electric and Water | ADMIN | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||
| A01 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| A02 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| A03 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 43 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| A04 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 3 | Yes | |
| A05 | ALOO | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 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 6:00 PM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Venango Park offers a total of 132 faciltites. There are 126 campsites, 5 day use shelters, and 1 group camp. The 126 campsites are a mixture of electric with water, electric only, primitive, and double sites. Other amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, showers, a dump station, boat ramp, beach, playground and nature trail.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From the North: Take HWY 140 to HWY 141. Travel south on HWY 141, then 1/2 mile west on Venango Road; look for signs to the park. From the South: Take HWY 4 to HWY 141. Travel north on HWY 141, then 1/2 mile west on Veanago Road; look for stigns to the park.
| Nearest town | Marquette, Kansas |
| Coordinates | 38.6331° N, 97.9875° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Reservation cancellation fees and No-Show fees may apply.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Four Seasons RV ↗ | 52.6 mi |
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Natural features
The campground is situated on the shady tree-dotted shoreline. Sandstone bluffs, rolling hills, and vast, open prairie lands surround the lake. Wildlife is varied and abundant in the area: Whitetail deer, pheasants, quail, Texas horned lizards, beavers and even Bald eagles are commonly seen. Waterfowl extensively gather at Loder Point Marsh located within the campground. Wildflowers including purple poppy mallow, blue false indigo, yucca and prairie wild rose, put on a colorful display in prairies surrounding the lake.
Recreation
Kanopolis Lake offers great boating and fishing opportunities with plenty of bluegill, Channel Catfish, White Crappie, Flathead Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Saugeye, Walleye, Wiper and KDWPT stocks Trout seasonally. The Venango Park ATV Trail crisscrosses roughly 5 acres of land within the park, making this a popular destination for ATV and motorcycle enthusiasts. Venango Park offers a 1.7 mile hiking only trail that meanders throughout the park. This trail covers different ecosystems that can be found in the area including forests, grasslands, and wetlands. Keep an eye out for the different flora and fauna that can be found in each. Kanopolis State Park also has trails available for hiking, bicycling, and equestrian riders.
Nearby
The Fort Harker Museum in Kanopolis and the Rogers Art Gallery and Museum in Ellsworth both portray the settlement of the American West. The Kanopolis Drive-In theater is just a short drive away, and is open most weekened evenings
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Venango Park?
Sites at Venango Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Venango Park?
Check-in 6:00 PM, checkout 6:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Venango Park have?
131 sites, including 91 standard sites with power, 32 standard sites without power, 4 group shelter nonelectric, and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Venango Park?
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 Venango Park have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Venango Park?
Other amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, showers, a dump station, boat ramp, beach, playground and nature trail.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Venango Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Venango Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Venango Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Venango Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Venango Park?
Kanopolis Lake offers great boating and fishing opportunities with plenty of bluegill, Channel Catfish, White Crappie, Flathead Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Saugeye, Walleye, Wiper and KDWPT stocks Trout seasonally. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Venango Park?
Marquette, Kansas. The Fort Harker Museum in Kanopolis and the Rogers Art Gallery and Museum in Ellsworth both portray the settlement of the American West.
Source: Getting there
What if Venango Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Riverside (2.3 mi), Sylvan Park (35.7 mi), and Lucas Park (36.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby