Bloomington West
Woodridge Park has 450 acres for hiking and primitive, walk-in camping. Tent camping is allowed throughout the park and along the 4.5 mile George Latham hiking trail. Campfires are allowed at designated locations only. Drinking water and a vault toilet are available in this park.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | Back-in | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 150 / 51 | 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 4:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This spacious group site offers 25 individual sites, four with 20/30 Amp electric and water connections. This area has a total capacity of 150 guests. A boat ramp is located within a mile of the site, and grills, flush toilets, showers and drinking water provide a comfortable camping experience.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Lawrence, Kansas, take 6th Street/Highway 40 west for 4 miles. Take a left onto Douglas County Road 442 and go 5 miles to Stull, Kansas, then take another left onto Douglas County Road 1023 and go 6 miles to Douglas County Road 6. Make a left turn on 6 and go 4 miles to Douglas County Road 4.
| Nearest town | Lawrence, Kansas |
| Coordinates | 38.9233° N, 95.4005° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Great Blue Heron ↗ | 9.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Central RV ↗ | 22.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
The Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center, located on the northwest side of the dam, has several informative displays covering topics such as the history of the area, reasons for the dam and the wildlife in the area. The Clinton Lake Museum, located within the Bloomington East Park, has information on the history of the region and the Underground Railroad. The cities of Lawrence and Topeka are within a 30 minute drive.
- 0.4 miBloomington West, Boat Ramp 4 ↗Boat launch
- 1.9 miBloomington East Day Use ↗Day use
- 13.8 miLake Perry Yacht & Marina ↗Boat launch
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Congress authorized Clinton Lake in 1962, and the finished reservoir was filled in 1980. While the Dam and Reservoir were originally built for flood control, the area has now become a recreational oasis for millions of visitors to enjoy the beautiful green Kansas backdrop. Clinton Lake's beautiful setting of steep bluffs, wooded shoreline and clear water is unequaled among Kansas lakes. Shoreline development has been limited in an effort to preserve as much of the natural setting as possible. Clinton spans 8 miles up the Wakarusa Valley and covers 7,000 surface acres. If the lake ever approaches the top of its flood pool, an additional 5,800 acres will be covered, extending the area to 13 miles along the valley floor.
Recreation
A horseshoe pit, sand volleyball court, playground and softball field, basketball goal and boat ramp are all provided at the campground, making it the perfect spot for entertaining large groups and family functions. However, Clinton Lake is the main attraction, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, canoeing, jet skiing, swimming and countless other water sports. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, fishermen, and hunters ample opportunities for their sports, and Clinton Lake is well-stocked with crappie, walleye, channel catfish and white bass. Wildlife viewing is also a popular activity, with bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey and other wildlife in abundance at Clinton Lake. Four trail systems are located around Clinton Lake, including the North Shore, South Shore, Smokehouse and the George Latham Trails. All offer hiking, biking and equestrian opportunities within a 20 minute drive.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bloomington West?
Sites at Bloomington West are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bloomington West?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 4:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bloomington West have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Bloomington West?
Bloomington West is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Bloomington West have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Bloomington West?
A boat ramp is located within a mile of the site, and grills, flush toilets, showers and drinking water provide a comfortable camping experience.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bloomington West?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bloomington West. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bloomington West?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Bloomington West?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 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 Bloomington West?
A horseshoe pit, sand volleyball court, playground and softball field, basketball goal and boat ramp are all provided at the campground, making it the perfect spot for entertaining large groups and family functions. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bloomington West?
Lawrence, Kansas. The Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center, located on the northwest side of the dam, has several informative displays covering topics such as the history of the area, reasons for the dam and the wildlife in the area.
Source: Getting there
What if Bloomington West is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Bloomington East (1.7 mi), Rockhaven Park Campground And Equestrian Area (2.6 mi), and Rock Creek (13.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby