POTTAWATOMIE NUMBER ONE STATE FISHING LAKE AND WILDLIFE AREA
POTTAWATOMIE NUMBER ONE STATE FISHING LAKE AND WILDLIFE AREA
Land Acquisition: The land to build Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake #1 was purchased in April, 1932. Eventually, the dam became part of Highway 99. The lake covers 24 of the 190 acres purchased.
Area Description: This area provides fishing, hunting, camping and wildlife viewing opportunities. Located in the northern edge of the Flint Hills, this area provides a wide variety of habitats, from native grassland to oak/hardwood forest. Species found on the area include bobwhite quail, fox squirrels and cotton-tail rabbits. Trapping is also allowed on the area.