Overview
Cherryvale Park is located on the crystal clear Big Hill Lake in southeast Kansas.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(All campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(All campsites have Checkin Time)
Checkout Time
(All campsites have Checkout Time)
Driveway Entry
(Majority of the campsites have back in)
Max Num Of People
(Up to 20)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 9)
Pets Allowed
(All campsites have Pets Allowed)
Shade
(Majority of the campsites have true)
Site Access
(All campsites have Site Acceses)
Water Hookup
(14 of 24 campsites have Water Hookup)
Natural Features
The park is nestled in the rolling, wooded countryside that is referred to as the Little Ozarks.With thick oak-hickory forests surrounded by prairie and farmland, the lake shore supplies a variety of habitats for birds and mammals.Cherryvale Park offers a relaxing atmosphere with plenty of trees for shade, and the lake is only a short walk away from the campsites.
Recreation
Campers can venture onto several hiking and equestrian trails including Big Hill Lake Horse Trail, a 17-mile trail with a variety of terrain for all ages to explore. The trail winds along a scenic hardwood ridge that offers gorgeous views all along the way.Big Hill Lake is known as a trophy lake for fishing. Principal species of sport fish include largemouth bass, crappie, channel and flathead catfish, bluegill, walleye and smallmouth bass. The lake is also popular for fishing tournaments.Almost all of the land around the lake is open to public hunting, except for parks and areas around the dam and control structures. Principal species hunted are whitetail deer, turkey and squirrel.Families with kids will enjoy visiting the sand-covered beach nearby for cooling off from the summer heat and enjoying a picnic.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 68ft
tent-Up to 98ft
trailer-Up to 68ft
Nearby Attractions
The Cherryvale Kansas Historical Museum, 215 E 4th St. Cherryvale, KS 67335 620-336-2241.