MILFORD He Dam at Milford Reservoir Is Operated by the U.S

MILFORD he dam at Milford Reservoir is operated by the U.S. ilford FISHING Army Corps of Engineers. The reservoir has a sur- MM face area of 16,020 acres and an average depth of The following fishing tips should improve anglers success T about 25 feet. in catching the lake's more popular fish species. These sug- Numerous camping and picnicking areas are main- Reservoir gestions are general, and fishing conditions can change rap- tained by the Department of Wildlife and Parks, the Corps idly due to weather and water conditions. of Engineers, and the city of Wakefield. Two privately State Park & Walleye concentrate along the face of the dam during owned marinas are located on the lake, providing servic- early April to spawn. Following the spawn, Farnum Creek es for boaters and anglers. Wildlife Area flat, the mud points near School Creek and the flats near the Approximately 18,000 acres of public land surrounds military marina are good areas. During the summer, walleye Milford Reservoir on the west side and the upper end. often are taken off the state park points in 25 to 40 feet of This land is managed to maximize production of various water. wildlife species. Nearly all of the brushy and rocky coves contain crappie, Numerous opportunities exist for those who wish to but the coves around Rolling Hills and Curtis Creek are tra- observe or photograph wildlife on the area. The abundant ditional hot spots. Autumn finds the crappie back in the and diverse habitat supports many species of nongame same haunts as in the spring. Ice fishing in winter in the birds, mammals, reptiles, and aquatic life. Curtis Creek area often yields sizable strings of crappie. Milford usually produces a white bass run in the Republican River each spring, in late April or early May. In 9 years when the river is high and turbid, a spawning run 15 Milford Reservoir Clay State Park & WA Center occurs off the face of the dam, rather than upriver. In sum- 24 82 mer, the white bass can be taken while trolling deep-diving CLAY lures across underwater dropoffs. During the hot summer DICKINSON 82 177 months, night fishing for white bass under lanterns or float- 40 18 Junction City ing lights is popular. One of the best places for night fishing 57 77 GEARY is Madison Point. In fall, bass congregate in the upper end Abilene on Madison Point and along both sides of the Wakefield 43 15 causeway. 4 The upper end of the lake above the Wakefield causeway Milford State Park has traditionally offered the best catfishing, but catfish are 8811 State Park Rd. common throughout the reservoir. Most of the large flat- General Area Map Milford, KS 66514 heads are caught along the Wakefield causeway and in the (785) 238-3014 (Park Office) standing timber in the upper end on setlines and live bait. e-mail: Nearly all the wooded coves that hold crappie also hold THINGS TO REMEMBER [email protected] largemouth bass. Vehicles are restricted to maintained roads and parking In general, any of the rocky points and banks in the lower areas. Off-road vehicle use is prohibited. Milford Wildlife Area half of the lake will harbor smallmouth bass, but the face of Individuals using the wildlife area must take their trash P.O. Box 301 the dam has the highest density of this fish. out with them. A no-trash policy is in effect for this area, so Wakefield, KS 67487 no trash barrels are provided. (785) 461-5402 (Area Office) Special length and creel limits may be in effect for some (785) 273-6740 (Regional Office) fish species. Please check the Kansas Fishing Regulations e-mail: Summary and all posted notices prior to fishing. Consult [email protected] information signs posted in the area for all regulations that apply at Milford. Department Website: Entrance fees are required at all state parks. www.kdwp.state.ks.us WILDLIFE Many game species are present on Milford Wildlife Area. Known mainly for its quail and pheasant populations, the LEGEND Walnut Grove area also has huntable populations of turkey, deer, dove, Campground squirrel, coyote, cottontail rabbits, prairie chicken, ducks, State Park Yacht and geese. Though populations fluctuate from year to year, Club all of these species provide area hunters with a challenging Paved Road outdoor experience. Nature Trail Woodland Hills Campground A permanent 1,103-acre wildlife refuge has been estab- Picnic Shelter lished on the northern end of the reservoir for waterfowl Shower House management. The public hunting areas and the refuge are clearly posted. Camping Area (Primitive) Cedar Point Campground Milford Wildlife Area also provides thousands of acres for Camping Area (Improved) wildlife viewing by hikers and other wildlife area users. Office Crystal MILFORD Trailhead Dump Station Reservoir 2.1 miles Toilet, Modern

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MILFORD STATE PARK Marina

Milford State Park is a 1,084-acre multipurpose recreation Hook-ups area located at the southeast end of Milford Reservoir. Information Shelter Boaters, anglers, and water enthusiasts will find a full- service marina. Showers, two trailer dump stations, rest- Maintenance Bldg. Hickory Hollow rooms, boat ramps, picnic sites, and reservable single-family Group Shelter Campground or large-group shelters are available. Wildlife Viewing Area The park comprises five campgrounds with 120 electric Hike-In Campsites and water hook-ups. Thirty of these sites also include sewer hook-ups. One hundred improved primitive campsites are Old also available throughout the park. School House Cedar Point Campground - 40 electric & water Sunset Ridge - 9 improved primitive (Day use area) Eagle Ridge Woodland Hills Campground - 30 electric & water Trailhead - 60 improved primitive 8 miles Waterfall Trailhead Hickory Hollow Camground - 30 full hookups 0.6 mile Walnut Grove Campground - 30 improved primitive Prairie View Campground - 20 electric & water MILFORD Firewood is available and on sale by Milford Friends Group Reservoir members. Shower buildings are available at Woodland Hills, Prairie View Campground Cedar Point, and Walnut Grove Campgrounds. Don't forget to visit the Milford Nature Center and Fish Hatchery, which are located below the dam. Old River Bluff Trail 1.5 miles (To Riverwalk Trail) MILFORD Beach MILFORD DAM Equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from programs described herein is available to all individuals without regard to STATE PARK race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or handicap. Complaints of discrimination should be sent to Office of the 8811 State Park Road Secretary, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, 900 Jackson St., Suite 502, Topeka, KS 66612. 06/02 Milford, KS 66514 (785) 238-3014

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