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Tuttle Creek Cove
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — MANHATTAN · Kansas · Tuttle Creek Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Tuttle Creek Lake |
| Location | MANHATTAN · Kansas · Tuttle Creek Lake · 39.27714, -96.63088 · Map |
| Sites | 39 public sites counted from the federal listing — 39 standard electric |
| 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 39 of 39 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 39 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 140 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 39 sites · 30 ft: 39 sites · 35 ft: 39 sites · 40 ft: 39 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 6:00 PM · Out 5:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 39 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 3 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | (785)539-6523 |
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 2026-10-16.
From the official listing
Overview Tuttle Creek Cove Campground is a large, quiet oasis located on the shores of Tuttle Creek Lake in the wide open expanse of northeast Kansas. Recreation Tuttle Creek Lake's 11 parks, marina, 10,900 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Boating, fishing and hiking top the list.
Power boaters on Tuttle Creek Lake will enjoy the lake's large main body of water on calm days for water skiing and pleasure boating. Canoeists and kayakers will find River Pond below the dam a perfect place for paddling. The state park offers canoe, kayak, and paddleboat rentals.
Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkeys, crappie, walleye, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found at Tuttle Creek Lake. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide sightseers, anglers and hunters ample opportunities for their sports.
The lake also boasts miles of hiking, biking, off-road vehicle and equestrian trails. The Blue River Trail, a one mile long loop in Outlet Park, provides excellent views of wildlife in all seasons. Click here to learn about additional trails around the lake.
Facilities Tuttle Creek Cove Campground offers 39 compact campsites on a scenic lakeshore setting. Showers, flush toilets and other modern amenities are provided.
Playgrounds and boat ramp are also available, making the area ideal for family trips or parties.
39 sites offer water and 50 amp electric hookups.
Natural Features Tuttle Creek Lake is situated in the northern portion of the Flint Hills, which are characterized by flat-topped hills with long, steep slopes, limestone rock outcrops and well-defined stream channels. The climate is typified by warm summers and moderately cold winters.
More than 2 million guests visit Tuttle Creek Lake each year to enjoy the endless recreational opportunities provided by the vast lake and surrounding landscape.
Nearby Attractions Konza Prairie, Kansas State University, Fort Riley and the Prairie Parkway are all located a short drive from the campground. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (785) 539-8511.
Directions, from the listing
From the intersection of US-24 and K-13 at the west end of the dam, turn east onto K-13, then immediately turn north onto Tuttle Cove Road and continue 3 miles to the campground entrance.
Nearest federal campgrounds
2 mi straight-line · MANHATTAN KansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOutlet Park (Tuttle Creek Lake)
3 mi straight-line · Manhattan KansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersFarnum Creek
17 mi straight-line · Junction City KansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersNorth Overlook Park (Ks)
19 mi straight-line · Junction City KansasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersOutlet Park (Ks)
20 mi straight-line · Junction City Kansas
Trip Card — Tuttle Creek Cove
MANHATTAN · Kansas · Tuttle Creek Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | MANHATTAN · Kansas · Tuttle Creek Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 39 |
| Max RV | Up to 140 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 39 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234280 · 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.