Tuttle Creek Cove

Tuttle Creek Lake, KS · ≈7.2 mi to Manhattan
Sites
39
Max rig
65+ ft
Pull-through
No
Hookups
50A
ADA
To town
7.2 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Big rigs and large RVs
  • RVers needing electric and water hookups
  • Boating and fishing enthusiasts
  • Pets and their owners
  • Hikers and outdoor adventurers

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVers requiring sewer hookups
  • Travelers needing back-in sites only
  • Those seeking remote, off-grid camping

Connectivity

Best bet: VerizonStrong 5G signal here · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
Verizon5G
AT&TLTE
T-Mobile5G

What's here

39 Standards
Rig compatibility

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Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedElectric hookupsFire pitsGrillsPets allowedPicnic tablesShadeWater hookups
Activities
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHuntingWildlife Viewing
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Workable for mid-size rigsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Well-equippedConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Manhattan, ~7.2 miGet directions ↗

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Photos

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Overview

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.

Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers · Developed campground