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  • Stockton Lake boat ramp and fishing dock to temporarily close for major repairs

    The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, announces the temporary closure of the Crabtree Cove Boat Ramp and Fishing Dock at Stockton Lake. The closure is scheduled to begin on March 16, 2026, to allow for significant repairs to the boat ramp maneuver area. During the construction period, no public use of the ramp or dock will be permitted. The project is necessary to address substantial damage caused by years of flood inundation and wave action, which has led to cracking and damage of the existing asphalt surface. The repair project will involve milling the current asphalt and replacing it with a more durable concrete surface to ensure long-term stability and safety for all users.

  • Kanopolis Lake announces updated trout fishing access for upcoming season

    Due to an ongoing construction project at the Kanopolis Lake stilling basin, trout stocking and public fishing access at Sand Creek will be modified for the upcoming 2025–2026 fishing season. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks manages the trout stocking program, while the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manage the area.

  • Dispersed overnight camping in Marshall Cove Loop at Wilson Lake discontinuing beginning May 15

    In alignment with established U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recreation use standards, dispersed overnight camping in Marshall Cove Loop (within Minooka Park) will no longer be permitted beginning May 15, 2025. Marshall Cove will remain open for public recreation access, including to private dock holders and guests. The Wilson Lake project is implementing this necessary change to improve public safety, staff safety and protect environmental resources in the area by referring users to designated campsites.

  • Temporary recreation area closures and service reductions begin May 15 across Kansas City District, USACE

    The Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close or reduce services at recreation areas across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Iowa beginning May 15, 2025. USACE is currently managing seasonal staffing and resource limitations that affect its ability to safely open and maintain all recreation sites at normal levels of service. These temporary adjustments are being made at all 18 Kansas City District lakes to ensure visitor safety, protect environmental resources and sustain critical hydropower and dam operations.

  • Pittsburg Park camping activity to close

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Pomme de Terre Lake announce the permanent closure of camping within Pittsburg Park located at the end of RA Highway, effective December 1, 2024. The boat ramp, shelter, vault toilets and playground facilities will remain open to visitors for day-use and lake access.