Perry
Perry is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Kansas. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Kansas
- Coordinates
- 39.12222, -95.40833
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Boating, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 785-597-5144
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Perry
Overview Perry Park is a recreational day use area, situated near the dam on the south end of Perry Lake. 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 Perry Park is located next to a marina and the lake information center, and features a reservable picnic shelters, making it ideal for a large party or family function. 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 park is surrounded by the lake and a beach on one side offering plenty of access to the shoreline. Nearby Attractions Several popular trails, including the 29-mile Perry Hiking Trail, are located nearby, along with a public marina. Perry Lake is also a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka,
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks · 13 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Ferrellgas · 42 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Point Loop Campground | Private campground | 1.1 mi | — | — |
| Worthington Loop Campground | Private campground | 1.2 mi | — | — |
| Slough Creek East Group Camp | Private campground | 1.3 mi | — | — |
| Limestone Cove Group Camp | Private campground | 1.4 mi | — | — |
| Locust Loop Campground | Private campground | 1.5 mi | — | — |
| Slough Creek | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 1.5 mi | — | Full hookups |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.