Marion Reservoir Ruts of the old Santa Fe Trail and a few pioneer adobe houses may be seen in the area.Visit the web site for more information about this and other Tulsa District lakes.
Melvern Lake Located on the east edge of the Flinthills Region, Melvern Lake features gently rolling prairie, a 21 mile equestrian trail and 5 nature trails. Living History programs showcase the summer interpretive program.
Milford Lake Milford Lake provides 15,600 surface acres of water and 163 miles of shoreline making it the largest lake in Kansas. With its clear water and miles of natural sand beaches it is a popular recreational spot for thousands of visitors from Kansas and other states. The Corps of Engineers, along with state, county, and city governments, operates and maintains eleven public parks. Visitors can experience various points of interests such as the Milford Fish Hatchery and Nature Center, Corps Visitor Center, the School Creek ORV area, and the Kansas Landscape Arboretum. With over 23,000 acres of public hunting land, some of the best fishing areas in the state and numerous recreational opportunities; it is no wonder Milford Lake is the favorite playground for more than 1/2 million visitors a year. If you wish to camp at Milford Lake you can make a reservation for the Curtis Creek or Rolling Hills campgrounds by calling 1-877-444-6777 or through the Internet at www.reserveusa.com.
Nicodemus National Historic Site Nicodemus National Historic Site, Kansas. This area preserves, protects and interprets the only remaining western town established by African Americans during the Reconstruction Period following the Civil War. The town of Nicodemus is symbolic of the pioneer spirit of African-Americans who dared to leave the only region they had been familiar with to seek personal freedom and the opportunity to develop their talents and capabilities.
Pearson-Skubitz Big Hill Lake Located on Big Hill Creek in Labette County, this lake impounds 1,240 acres of water. It has three public use areas totaling 367 acres. Visit the web site for more information about this and other Tulsa District lakes.
Perry Lake Hikers will enjoy the scenic beauty of the 30-mile National Recreation Trail which follows the eastern shoreline.
