Old Town
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — PERRY · Kansas · Perry Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Perry Lake |
| Location | PERRY · Kansas · Perry Lake · 39.22500, -95.43750 · Map |
| Sites | 39 public sites counted from the federal listing — 32 standard electric; 6 standard nonelectric; 1 group shelter nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 39 sites Water hookups at 0 of 39 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 39 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 39 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 96 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 39 sites · 30 ft: 39 sites · 35 ft: 39 sites · 40 ft: 36 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 05:00 PM · Out 04:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 40 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 785-876-3146 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview ***WATER WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE DURING THE NON-PEAK SEASON. WATER AT ALL CAMPSITES, SHOWER BUILDINGS AND DUMPSTATIONS WILL BE TURNED OFF. VAULT RESTROOMS WILL BE AVAILBLE IN BOTH THE CAMPGROUND AND THE BOATRAMP.***
DUE TO FLOODING DAMAGES, OLD TOWN PARK WILL BE PARTIALLY CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES.
Old Town Campground is situated near the north end of Perry Lake. The campground is popular with those who enjoy fishing and peaceful, quiet camping.
CAMPGROUND GATE POLICY--Park entrance gates will be closed from 10pm-6am Friday/Saturday nights and the entirety of holiday weekends. An exit lane is provided with one way traffic only. No late entrance will be allowed and only Park Staff or Emergency Personnel will be permitted through the gate after 10pm.
Recreation Perry lake has a reputation for being one of the best sailing lakes in the region; however, boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered here, whether it's sailing, power boating or canoeing.
Perry Lake offers excellent fishing: White crappie, flathead catfish, walleye, white bass, channel catfish and sauger are in abundance throughout the lake.
In addition to the vast lake, the area has approximately 27,000 acres of public land dedicated to wildlife management: turkey, deer, quail, pheasant, rabbit, squirrel, duck and geese are all found on these federal lands. Facilities Old Town Campground features grassy, wide-open spaces along the shoreline. The non-electric sites are located in these areas, and additional electric sites are located in a shady loop, set back from the lake. There are 37 total campsites available, Only 4 site are primitive sites.
A large reserveable group picnic shelter and playground make the area ideal for large parties or family functions.
Natural Features Perry Lake Dam was completed in 1969 to help with flood control for the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. Today, the lake boasts 159 miles of shoreline and 12,000 surface acres of water, creating countless recreational activities for visitors, and earning it the nickname "paradise on the plains."
The campground is surrounded by the lake on two sides, making it ideal for those looking for easy access to the water. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (785) 597-5144. Nearby Attractions For hikers, the nearby 29-mile Perry Lake loop trail offers a range of terrain and difficulty from easy, gentle slopes in the south to rugged, varying elevation changes in the north. Perry Lake is also a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City--each offering their own array of unique shopping, dining, and attractions.
Directions, from the listing
From Ozawkie, Kansas, travel 1.5 miles east on KS-92 and follow signs to the campground.
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Trip Card — Old Town
PERRY · Kansas · Perry Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | PERRY · Kansas · Perry Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 96 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 39 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233566 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.