Vassar, KS

Michigan Valley

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About this spot

Overview

Michigan Valley Campground is located in eastern Kansas on the shores of Pomona Lake. The scenic park appeals to family campers, sportsmen and water sport enthusiasts. The reservoir covers 4,000 acres and offers excellent fishing and boating opportunities.

Recreation

Fishing, boating, picnicking,and hunting are favorite activities on and around Pomona Lake. The lake's fish and wildlife resources provide ample opportunities for sportsmen and women. Three nearby trails meander around Pomona Lake, providing visitors with hiking and nature study opportunities. Deer Creek Nature Trail and Witches' Broom Trail are short trails for hikers. The Black Hawk Trail offers a 33 mile loop with several trailheads and is a popular hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking path.

Facilities

Michigan Valley Campground offers 87 campsites, 51 of which have electric and water hookups. Three additional group picnic shelters have electric hookups. Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, a shower building, playground, basketball court, swim beach and dump station.

Natural Features

Pomona Lake is situated among the rolling hills, mixed grasslands, croplands and forests of eastern Kansas. Wildlife and numerous species of birds can be observed at this secluded, heavily shaded campground. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey, crappie, walleye, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found here.

Nearby Attractions

Numerous parks lie on the banks of Pomona Lake, offering additional boating, fishing, swimming, hunting and hiking opportunities. The town of Lyndon, Kansas is 20 minutes away, with limited restaurants and shops. This small town is home to 22 historical sites and the smallest Carnegie library still in use.

Typical weather

Pomona Lake

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Pomona Lake, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.37°JJanuary: average water temperature 37°F37°FFebruary: average water temperature 37°F45°MMarch: average water temperature 45°F54°AApril: average water temperature 54°F65°MMay: average water temperature 65°F72°JJune: average water temperature 72°F78°JJuly: average water temperature 78°F78°AAugust: average water temperature 78°F73°SSeptember: average water temperature 73°F60°OOctober: average water temperature 60°F49°NNovember: average water temperature 49°F40°DDecember: average water temperature 40°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 19 field-sample stations

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