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GeneralNOTICE TO RESERVATION HOLDERS: Campsites 1-5 have been upgraded to 50 amp service. Due to the ground disturbance caused by the construction, grass may not be growing, and the ground may be muddy after periods of rain.
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Reviews (343)
What Guests Are Saying
Canning Creek impresses with its well-maintained grounds, clean restrooms, and beautiful views of the lake. Campers appreciate the friendly staff, reasonable pricing, and accessibility of sites, even during high water conditions. While some amenities could use updates, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite camping destination.
What Guests Are Saying
Canning Creek impresses with its well-maintained grounds, clean restrooms, and beautiful views of the lake. Campers appreciate the friendly staff, reasonable pricing, and accessibility of sites, even during high water conditions. While some amenities could use updates, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite camping destination.
Review Summary
Mark S
VerifiedMay 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: CCRE
We enjoyed our stay at Canning Creek as much as the weather would allow. On the night of our arrival we experienced severe thunderstorms, ominous skies and tornado warnings. It was a tense and sleepless night wondering if we would need to seek shelter. The next few days were clear skies, but heavy winds, so we were able to get out and do some exploring, but fishing and bike riding were our due to the high winds. But hey! it is Kansas after all and we still had fun camping with family and friends even though the weather tried to put a damper on our time together. We found the campground itself to be well maintained and the modern restrooms with showers were clean and well stocked during our entire visit. Our campsite, #32, was level and included a level concrete pad for our 25' camper, water hookup, 30 & 50 amp electric hookups, fire pit, picnic table and a covered shelter over the picnic table. Verizon and AT&T cell service was adequate to allow me to work and conduct some WebEx and MS Teams video meetings. OOKLA Speedtest documented 29 Mbps download speeds for Verizon and blistering 110 Mbps download speeds for AT&T. All things considered, we thought the campground was nicely maintained and offered beautiful views of the reservoir along with easy access to the nearby historic town of Council Grove. We will definitely visit again when we are in the area.
Betsy N
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: CCRE
Everything was great. If I had to give constructive feedback, I'd have to ask for a little more signage. We drove in after dark and had a tough time finding our camping space. Once we found it, we were very pleased with the site.
Betsy N
VerifiedMay 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: CCRE
Everything was great. If I had to give constructive feedback, I'd have to ask for a little more signage. We drove in after dark and had a tough time finding our camping space. Once we found it, we were very pleased with the site.
Janet D
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: CCRE
Love this lake, so peaceful and quiet. The only improvement would be that trash cans were emptied and toilet paper replaced more frequently.
Janet D
VerifiedMay 11, 2022 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: CCRE
Love this lake, so peaceful and quiet. The only improvement would be that trash cans were emptied and toilet paper replaced more frequently.
Steve T
VerifiedMay 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: CCRE
One restroom was out of toilet paper for three days and there needs to be soap dispensers in the restrooms. Other than that it is one of my favorite places to camp.
Steve T
VerifiedMay 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: CCRE
One restroom was out of toilet paper for three days and there needs to be soap dispensers in the restrooms. Other than that it is one of my favorite places to camp.
Becky D
VerifiedApril 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CCRE
Great space..only one other camper that weekend hard to get into because all booked!!!
Becky D
VerifiedApril 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CCRE
Great space..only one other camper that weekend hard to get into because all booked!!!
Janet D
VerifiedFebruary 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: CCRE
Clean and beautiful!
Location & Directions for Canning Creek
1130 City Lake Rd, Council Grove, KS 66846 United States
Elevation: 401 ft
Getting There
From I-70, take Highway 177 south for 30 mi. Turn west across Dam Road, then turn right on to City Lake Road and continue for 2 mi. Campground entrance road is on the right.
Highway access
Canning Creek is accessible via I-70, with Highway 177 providing a direct route south for approximately 30 miles.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
4PM
Check out time
3PM
General
- Campsite must be reserved prior to setting up camping equipment.
- Two camping units are allowed per campsite, i.e. one RV and one tent or two tents. Only one camping unit may be plugged into the electric service.
- Park gates close at 10pm, all park visitors who are not camping must depart prior to 10 p.m.
- Pets must be kept contained at all times (i.e. leash or pen). It is a violation to leave pets unattended.
- Help keep your parks operating at their best - Please report issues and concerns with any of the facilities to a park ranger or volunteer. For emergencies call Morris County Sheriff Office at (620)767-6310.
- Help protect your public property by leaving them better than when you arrived. Trash receptacles are available throughout the parks. Please throw away any discarded materials in these locations; campsite fire rings are not to be used as trash cans. Dumping of household trash is not permissible.
- All motorized vehicles (including toys) must be licensed and tagged to operate on Corps roadways. An Off-Road Vehicle park is located below the dam in Outlet Channel-East; maximum wheel-base width of 66-inches.
- Click here for more information on Council Grove Lake
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralNOTICE TO RESERVATION HOLDERS: Campsites 1-5 have been upgraded to 50 amp service. Due to the ground disturbance caused by the construction, grass may not be growing, and the ground may be muddy after periods of rain.
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Last updated: October 22, 2026
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