Stockdale
Campground · Kansas · 12 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Tuttle Creek Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 12
- Bookable sites
- 135 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 1,106 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Stockdale Campground is a 188-acre park located on the shores of Tuttle Creek Lake in the wide open expanse of northeast Kansas.Recreation
Tuttle Creek Lake's 11 parks, marina, 10,9000 acres of water and 20,000 acres of land provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation activities. Boating, fishing and picnicking top the list.Power boaters on Tuttle Creek Lake will enjoy the large body of the lake 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, channel catfish and other wildlife can be found at Tuttle Creek. 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
Stockdale Campground offers 12 spacious campsites in a compact draw on the lake shore. Showers, flush toilets and electric hookups are provided.Swimming beaches, playgrounds and picnic shelters are also available in nearby parks, making the area ideal for family trips or parties.
Showers, flush toilets, water and 50 amp electric hookups provided.
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.Nearly 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 campgroundThe facts
- 12 bookable sites
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 135 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: SCG
Site types
- 12 Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups.
12 campsites at Stockdale
Check-in 6:00 PM · Check-out 5:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | SCG | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | 135 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 100 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 62 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | SCG | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Gravel | 120 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | SCG | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From the intersection of US-24 and K-13 at the west end of the dam, travel west on US-24.Tuttle Creek Blvd for 5 miles. Turn right on Riley County Road 895 and continue for 2 miles. Turn right again on Riley County Road 396/Stockdale Park Road and continue 2.5 miles to main campground.
39.30519, -96.65333 · 39°18'18.7"N 96°39'12.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 90°F in Jul, down to 39°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 39 | 44 | 55 | 66 | 75 | 85 | 90 | 88 | 81 | 68 | 54 | 43 |
| Low °F | 16 | 20 | 30 | 41 | 52 | 62 | 67 | 65 | 55 | 42 | 30 | 20 |
| Precip in | 0.6 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 3.3 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 1.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Member photos
Common questions about Stockdale
- Can you reserve a site at Stockdale?
- Yes, Stockdale is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Stockdale have?
- 12 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Stockdale?
- 135 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Stockdale?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Stockdale.
- Does Stockdale have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Stockdale?
- Campfires are allowed at Stockdale. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Stockdale
- Tuttle Creek Cove 2.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Outlet Park (Tuttle Creek Lake) 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Farnum Creek 16.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Overlook Park (KS) 19.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Outlet Park (KS) 20.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- East Rolling Hills Park (KS) 20.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- West Rolling Hills 21.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Curtis Creek 21.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Richey Cove 42.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Richey Cove 42.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Canning Creek 42.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum 39.3 mi · Library
Contact
- Phone 785-539-8511
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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