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Crawford State Park
State Park Information
State Park Overview
Rich in history and spectacular scenery, Crawford State Park has a flavor all its own. This southeast Kansas treasure, located 9 miles north of Girard in Crawford County, resides on a 150-acre lake built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s. There are two recorded archaeological sites within the parks boundaries, including remnants of a 19th-century U. S. military outpost. An interpretive trail connects the park with the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks Farlington Fish Hatchery, which was built shortly after the CCC completed construction of the lake.
The 500-acre park features seven campgrounds with 74 water/electric utility campsites and 425 primitive campsites, two boat ramps, two bathhouses and
a swimming beach. Sand volleyball courts, horse shoe pits and
a playground offer more recreational opportunities. Food, fuel and convenience items are available at the full-service marina and restaurant located within the park.
Anglers enjoy excellent fishing for channel catfish, crappie and
striped bass. Pleasure boating and scuba diving are among favorite recreational pursuits.
Located on the edge of the Ozarks, Crawford State Park illustrates the variety of landscapes available in Kansas state parks. Redbud trees offer spectacular beauty in spring and
the lush foliage of the surrounding forest is a naturalists delight.
Boating
BOATING AND MARINA
Pleasure boating and scuba diving is allowed. Food, fuel and convenience items are provided at the full service marina and restaurant located within the park. Many special events are held throughout the year.
Fishing and Hunting
Surface Acres 150 acres
Maximum Depth 48 feet
Impoundment Type State Fishing Lake
Fishable Populations Bluegill, Bullhead, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Flathead Catfish, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass,, Redear Sunfish, Spotted Bass, Walleye
Special Fishing Regulations 15" Length Limit and 5 Creel Limit on Channel Catfish 18" Length Limit on Walleye 13"28" Length Limit for Largemouth Bass
History of the Area
More Info
Gardner Cave (Crawford State Park) Open ThursdayMonday from May 25, 2003September 1, 2003 Tours are at 10 a.m., 12 noon, 2 p
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...wford State Park Crawford State Park and Fish Hatchery were started by the Kansas Fishing, Forestry and
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