Carbolyn Park

Campground · Kansas · 26 bookable sites ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Pomona Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

26
Bookable sites
55 ft
Max rig length
up to 8
People per site
1,046 ft
Elevation
Carbolyn
Photo: USACE · Recreation.gov

Overview

Carbolyn Park is located in eastern Kansas along Dragoon Creek, just east 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, 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. It is a popular hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking path.

Facilities

Carbolyn Park Campground offers 32 campsites, 29 of which have electric and water hookups. Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, a shower building, playground, dump station, picnic shelter, boat ramp and numerous bank-fishing areas.

The local sheriff's department and Corps of Engineers rangers patrol the park during the recreation season.

A visitor center is located a short distance from the park and provides educational displays about the lake and its environment.

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 less than 10 miles away, with limited restaurants and shops. This small town is home to 22 historical sites and the smallest Carnegie library still in use.

The facts

  • 26 bookable sites
  • Vehicles up to 55 ft
  • Up to 8 people per site
  • Loops: CARB

Site types

  • 22 Standard Electric
  • 4 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Campfires allowed
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

26 campsites at Carbolyn Park

Check-in 6:00 PM · Check-out 4:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
01CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel45 ft8 🐾
02CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel45 ft8 🐾
03CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel45 ft8 🐾
04CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel45 ft8 🐾
05CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel45 ft8 🐾
06CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
07CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
08CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
09CARBStandard ElectricPull ThroughGravel45 ft8 🐾
10CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel45 ft8 🐾
11CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
12CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
13CARBStandard ElectricPull ThroughGravel45 ft8 🐾
14CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾
15CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
16CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
17CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel55 ft8 🐾
18CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel50 ft8 🐾
20CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel50 ft8 🐾
21CARBStandard NonelectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
22CARBStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾
23CARBStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾
24CARBStandard NonelectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾
26CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
27CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel40 ft8 🐾
29CARBStandard ElectricBack InGravel35 ft8 🐾

Getting there

Located 25 miles south of Topeka on US 75. The park entrance is 4.5 miles north of Lyndon, KS on US 75 on the east side of the road.

38.67500, -95.67917 · 38°40'30.0"N 95°40'45.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 91°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F414657677686918982705644
Low °F222434445565706859463526
Precip in1.01.72.33.85.55.43.94.14.03.22.31.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Carbolyn Park

Can you reserve a site at Carbolyn Park?
Yes, Carbolyn Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Carbolyn Park have?
26 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Carbolyn Park?
55 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Carbolyn Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Carbolyn Park.
Does Carbolyn Park have hookups?
Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Carbolyn Park?
Campfires are allowed at Carbolyn Park. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-28.

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