State: Kansas
Address 1: 13037 State Highway 261
City: Norton
Zip: 67654
Phone: 785-877-2953
Open: Open all year
Open all Year: Yes
Number of Sites: 188
Electric: 18
Electric Water: 40
Camp URL: http://kdwp.state.ks.us/news/State-Parks/Locations/Prairie-Dog
Full Hook: Yes
A prime place to experience the shortgrass prairies of western Kansas, Prairie Dog State Park occupies 1,150 acres on the shores of Keith Sebelius Reservoir in Norton County. The park is home to a thriving prairie dog colony and is the site of the last remaining adobe house in Kansas. The renovated adobe house was built on the site in the early 1890’s
Campsites at Prairie Dog include 2 reservable cabins, 40 electric/water sites, 18 electric-only sites, and more than 130 primitive sites. Reservable sites are available. Shower and restroom facilities are conveniently located, as are two RV dump stations. A 1.4- mile nature trail complete with interpretive signage is a great way to explore the park and observe wildlife.
Historical interpretation is a hallmark of this park. Two vintage 19th century buildings are preserved here, including a one room school and renovated adobe house.
Sebelius Reservoir is well known for its excellent fishing opportunities. In recent years, anglers have found productive fishing for black bass, walleye, wiper, crappie, catfish and saugeye.
The 6,400-acre Norton Wildlife Area offers good prospects for pheasant, waterfowl and rabbits. Both whitetailed and mule deer can be found here, as well as a variety of furbearers.
