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PRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) Commission will conduct a public meeting on Aug. 20, 2020, through a Zoom video conference. The public is encouraged to participate in the meeting, which begins at 1:30 p.m., recesses at 5 p.m., and reconvenes at 6:30 p.m. for a public hearing. Time will be set aside for publi ... Read More


PRATT – It could be time to reduce the daily creel limit for striped bass at Wilson Reservoir, but for anglers who are familiar with the recent history of the 9,040-acre impoundment – this proposed reduction could be considered good news; it signifies the lake’s gizzard shad and striped bass populations are once again healthy.In 2017, Wilson’s ... Read More


PRATT – Anglers will soon pay less for daily fishing licenses in Kansas, beginning Jan. 1, 2021. On Nov. 19, the Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission voted to decrease the daily license fee from $8.50 to $6 for Kansas residents and from $14.50 to $10 for non-residents. Prices were lowered in hopes of attracting additional novice and ca ... Read More


For Immediate Release:September 1, 2022 
Contact:
Nadia Marji CMP®, Chief of Public Affairs
(785) 338-3036nadia.marji@ks.gov Fields Managed Specifically for Dove Hunting Now OpenKansas City, Kan. – The 2022 Kansas dove hunting season has officially begun and quality public hunting opportunity awaits at more than 90 locations managed ... Read More


For Immediate Release:  March 20, 2024  
Contacts:  
Nadia Marji, CMP®, Chief of Public Affairs  nadia.marji@ks.gov  SHAWNEE – The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission, alongside newly-appointed KDWP Secretary Chris Kennedy, will hold its next public meeting on Thursday, March 28 at the Topeka and Shawnee Cou ... Read More


Atchison State Fishing Lake Modern Cabin
  • Type of Cabin: Modern Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • Location of Facility: N39 38 24 W95 10 12
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Atchison State Fishing Lake Modern Cabin
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    Directions to Cabin: From Atchison, KS go 3 miles north on Hwy 7, turn left (west) on 318th Road, go 2 miles on 318th and then turn right (north) on Pawnee Road and go .7 mile. The cabin is on your left between the road and lake.

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    THE NEW DELUXE CABIN overlooks Atchison State Fishing Lake. This cabin offers one bedroom with a full-size bed and a futon. The bathroom offers a large walk-in shower. The large front room has a full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, and basic kitchen tools.

    Also included are toasters, coffee

    Cabin Living Room

    makers, and filters. You will find additional sleeping accommodations in the front room with a pull down twin-size murphy bed and a sofa. Occupancy is limited to 6; exceptions for additional children may be approved by the manager. No more than 6 people my use the cabin at one time. No gatherings of more than 6 are allowed in the cabin.

    The cabin is air conditioned and heated. A picnic area outside offers a fire ring, barbecue grill, and picnic table. The large front porch will beckon you to sit a spell. Located just north and west of Atchison, you will enjoy the tranquility of the lake and great fishing opportunities. This cabin is ADA-accessible. Located northwest of Atchison, the cabin is open all year. Vehicle permits are not required at Atchison State Fishing Lake.

    No check-in is required. There is only one cabin on this area. The entry to the cabin is by code on door knob

    Cabin Kitchen
    Cabin Restroom

    Cabin Housekeeping Guidelines

    • The cabin should be left in at least as good of condition as you found it in.
    • Dishes, Pot, Pans, Silverware and all other kitchen accessories should all be washed, dried and put back into cabinets.
    • All appliances should be cleaned. (Microwave, Stove, Refrigerator, Toaster, Coffee Maker and Can Opener)
    • Please sweep floors. If floors are heavily soiled a mop is provided.
    • Please take all trash to the dumpster located at shop/office at the south end of lake. If no dumpster is available please set trash by shop fence.

     Cabin Rules

    • Check in time is 2:00 pm
    • Check out time is 12:00 noon.
    • No Alcohol is allowed.
    • Absolutely NO Pets or Smoking in Cabin. All outside pets must comply with the pet regulation (KAR 115-8-10). Summary of KAR 115-8-10 - Pets shall be controlled at all times by using any of the following: Hand-held lead not more than 10 feet in length; tethered chain or leash not more than 10 feet in length. The pet shall be under the direct observation of and control by the owner; or confined to a cage, pen, vehicle or trailer. The requirements of subsection shall not apply to dogs while being used during and as a part of any of the following acts or activities: Hunting during open hunting seasons on lands or waters open for hunting; However no pets are allowed in cabin
    • Occupancy is limited to 6; exceptions for additional children may be approved by the manager. No more than 6 people my use the cabin at one time. No gatherings of more than 6 are allowed in the cabin.
    • Fires at cabin in approved fire ring only.
    • No cooking on porch.
    • No cleaning of fish or wildlife in cabin.
    • No tents or campers at cabin without approval.