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A public hearing will be conducted by the Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism Commission at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, April 26, 2018 at theMemorial Building, 101 S. Lincoln, Chanute, Kansas to consider the approval and adoption of proposed regulations of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism.

A general discussion and workshop meeting on business of the Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism Commission will begin at 1:00 p.m., April 26 at the location listed above.  The meeting will recess at approximately 5:00 p.m. then resume at 6:30 p.m. at the same location for the regulatory hearing and more business.  There will be public comment periods at the beginning of the afternoon and evening meeting for any issues not on the agenda and additional comment periods will be available during the meeting on agenda items. Old and new business may also be discussed at this time.  If necessary to complete business matters, the Commission will reconvene at 9:00 a.m. April 27 at the location listed above.

Entrance Station
  • Type of Facility: Pay Station
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • Location of Facility: N38 56.499 W095 21.224
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    After entering our State Park, you'll see our Entrance Booth. Use this station and the Park Office that is located just past it for any question you might have about our State Park. You'll purchase your Daily Vehicle Permits here as you enter into the Park. Also available are Annual Vehicle Permits, Fishing licenses and even 24 Hour licenses.

    We can accept Cash, Checks with ID, Visa, Master Card and Discover Credit Cards.

    Entrance Station is OPEN various hours Thursday - Sunday. Hours vary from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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Morning Glory
  • Type of Cabin: Modern Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Morning Glory
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    Personal fireworks are not allowed at Crawford State Park.

    Morning Glory cabin offers a spectacular view off the front porch which is a stone's throw from the lake.

    View off Morning Glory front porch

    The kitchen is complete with stove, refrigerator, microwave, pots and pans, dishware, a toaster and a coffee maker with filters.

    Kitchen area-Evening Breeze Point cabins

    It is air conditioned and heated for year round comfort.

    The restroom is large and has a large walk-in w/c accessible shower. You will need to bring towels, washcloths, soap, shampoo, and other toiletries.

    This cabin will hold up to five adults. It has one bedroom with a full-size bed and a sofa.
    You will need to bring bedding for full and twin size beds, pillows, and blankets if desired.

    The living room/kitchen area also offers a twin-size murphy bed and a futon.

    Murphy bed in Evening Breeze Point cabins

    Two large picnic tables are under a large "toadstool" beside the cabin.

    Toadstool with picnic tables by Morning Glory Cabin
    Toadstool by Morning Glory Cabin

    A grill, fire ring, and a cooker are available also.

    The cabin is ADA accessible and open year around.

    Vehicle permits are required for all vehicles entering Crawford State Park.

    No camping is allowed in the cabin area.

    No pets are allowed inside the cabin and are subject to park leash laws.

    No smoking is allowed anywhere in the cabin. It is a smoke free cabin.

    You must be at least 18 years old to rent a cabin.

    Reservations are accepted via the web site or through our office on a first come first served basis.

    Reservations may be made up to a year in advance.

    Phone reservations require a credit card payment. Prices are subject to change.

    All reservations require a payment for the total rental fee plus a non-refundable, non-transferable reservation fee.

    Please refer to the information provided when you click on the reservation site for any updated information regarding making reservations, prices, and availability of the cabin.

    This is a housekeeping cabin and the cabin must be left in the condition in which it was found upon check-in.

    Cabin renters shall be responsible for full payment of any damages incurred during their length of stay.

    Check-in time is 2:00 pm,

    Check-out time is 12:00 noon.

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The Landing
  • Type of Cabin: Modern Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve The Landing
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    Personal fireworks are not allowed at Crawford State Park.

    Looking out front door of The Landing

    The Landing is one of three new cabins on Evening Breeze Point. It has a wonderful view of the lake off the front porch and the patio has steps that go down to the waterfront.

     The Landing offers a kitchen complete with stove, refrigerator, microwave, pots and pans, dishware, utensils, a toaster and a coffee maker with filters. There is a breakfast bar that seats 4-5. The ceilings are vaulted with ceiling fans in the kitchen/living area and in the bedroom.

    Kitchen area-Evening Breeze Point cabins

    This cabin will hold up to five adults. There Is one bedroom with a full-size bed and a sofa. The kitchen/living area offers a twin-size murphy bed and a futon. You will need to bring bedding for full and twin size beds, and pillows.

    Murphy bed in Evening Breeze Point cabins
    Bedroom in Evening Breeze Point cabins
    Restroom in evening Breeze Point cabins

    The restroom is large with a large walk-in, w/c accessible shower. You will need to bring shampoo, soap, towels and washcloths, and other toiletries.

    Hallway to bedroom in Evening Breeze Point cabins

    The cabin is ADA accessible. It has heat and air conditioning for year round comfort.

    For outdoor enjoyment there is a fire ring, cooker and picnic table.

    Vehicle permits are required for all vehicles entering Crawford State Park.

    No camping is allowed in the cabin area.

    Pets are not allowed inside the cabin and are subject to park leash laws.

    Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the cabin. It is a smoke free cabin.

    You must be at least 18 years old to rent a cabin.

    Reservations are accepted via the web site or through our office on a fist come first served basis.

    Phone reservations require a credit card payment. Prices are subject to change.

    Reservations may be made up to a year in advance.

    All reservations require a payment for the total rental fee plus a non-refundable, non-transferable reservation fee.

    Please refer to the information provided when you click on the reservation site for any updated information regarding making reservations, prices and availability of the cabin.

    This is a housekeeping cabin and must be cleaned before you check out.

    Cabin renters shall be responsible for full payment of any damages incurred during their length of stay.

    Check-in time is 2:00 pm,

    Check-out time is 12:00 noon.

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