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POMONA STATE PARK
POMONA STATE PARK
22900 S. Hwy 368
Vassar, Kansas   66543

Phone: 785-828-4933
Well-known by northeast Kansas residents for shady campsites and a great family atmosphere, the 490-acre Pomona State Park is located in Osage County, 30 miles south of Topeka. Recreation opportunities at the park include camping, picnicking, fishing, boating, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

The park has 140 water/electric campsites and more than 200 primitive campsites. Lighthouse Bay Marina provides full services to boaters, anglers, skiers and campers. Four boat ramps are available in the park, and the lake's generally calm waters are popular with skiers.

Southwind Shelter House is a group facility equipped with restrooms, a kitchenette, a large multi-purpose room, and restful porch areas. Call the park office for availability and reservations. A swim beach and bath house are located in the park, as well as picnic shelters, playgrounds, volleyball courts, horse shoe pits, and a nine-hole disc golf course.

Nearby wildlife areas offer upland bird and waterfowl hunting. Bald eagles visit the lake in the winter and are often seen perching in shoreline trees or soaring above the lake. A popular destination for fishermen, the 4,000-acre Pomona Reservoir offers some of the best crappie and catfish angling in Kansas, as well as good populations of walleye, white bass, and largemouth bass.
Swimming
1. Pomona State Park offers a designated swimming beach for visitors.
2. Swimming is allowed during daylight hours only, from sunrise to sunset.
3. No lifeguards are on duty; swim at your own risk policy applies here.
4. The park does not allow pets or glass containers in the swimming area for safety reasons.
5. Visitors can enjoy picnic areas and playgrounds near the beach after their swim session.

Boating
The park offers a variety of boating options for visitors. There are three boat ramps available, providing easy access to the water. Additionally, there is also a marina that provides both rental boats and slips for personal vessels. The lake within the park allows all types of motorized boats including speedboats and jet skis as well as non-motorized ones like canoes or kayaks.
Fishing
Surface Acres: 4,000 acresMaximum Depth: 50 feetImpoundment Type: ReservoirNormal LakeLevel: 974 msl

Fishable Populations: Bluegill, Bullhead, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Flathead Catfish, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, White Bass, Wiper

Motorboat Access: Yes

Special Fishing Regulations: 6 per day Creel Limit on Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, & Spotted Bass; 18' Length Limit on Wiper & Walleye


Location
Pomona State Park is located near Lawrence, Ottawa and Olathe

Picnicking
Pomona State Park offers numerous picnic areas with tables and grills, some covered. There are also playgrounds for children nearby.
Bicycling
In this Kansas location, biking enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of terrains. However, caution is advised due to uneven surfaces.

The park offers several miles of trails suitable for both beginners and experienced cyclists.

While cycling through the area's diverse landscapes, be mindful not to disturb wildlife habitats or other visitors.

Remember that helmets are strongly recommended when riding on any trail within the park boundaries.

During peak seasons it may get crowded; consider visiting during off-peak hours for safer rides.

Be aware: some areas might require dismounting your bike due to steep inclines or challenging terrain conditions.

Ensure you have adequate water supplies as there aren't many refill stations along these routes - stay hydrated!

Always follow posted signs regarding speed limits and right-of-way rules while enjoying your ride in nature's lap.

Weather changes could affect path conditions quickly - check forecasts before planning an outing here!
Birding
Birdwatchers can enjoy spotting various species such as bald eagles, bluebirds and waterfowl. Trails provide ideal birding locations.

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Directions
Pomona State Park22900 S. Hwy 368Vassar, KS 66543(785) 828-4933(785) 828-4414 (FAX)

FROM TOPEKA, KS:

1. Go south on US 75 to K-268 2. Then east to K-368 and travel north to the gate.

FROM OSAGE CITY, KS:

1. Drive West on K-268 to K-368 2. Then drive North to the gate.

FROM THE SOUTH

1. Travel north on US-75 through Lyndon, 2. Turn east on K-268 to K-368 north.

GPS LOCATION

* N 38 degrees 39.199' * W 95 degrees 36.044'

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