Clinton Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Clinton Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers External Official Presence (Facebook) for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, Clinton Lake, Kansas, est. 1977.

Community Guidelines: https://www.usace.army.mil/SocialMedia Congress authorized Clinton Lake in 1962 and funds were first appropriated for construction in 1971. Nearly $55 million was needed to complete the project. Initial filling of Clinton Lake began in 1977. To improve fishing potential, the lake was filled slowly over a three-year period and multipurpose pool level was reached in 1980. Clint

on Lake spans eight miles up the Wakarusa Valley and covers 7,000 surface acres. If the lake ever approaches the top of its flood pool, an additional 5,800 acres will be covered and the lake will then extend thirteen miles along the valley floor. Clinton Lake's bluffs, wooded shoreline, and clear water is unequaled among Kansas lakes for the beauty of its setting. Shoreline development has been limited in an effort to preserve as much of the natural setting as possible.

*UPDATE*Bloomington Beach is now open!
07/17/2026

*UPDATE*

Bloomington Beach is now open!

Bloomington Beach will be closed until further notice due to harmful algae present.

Bloomington Beach will be closed until further notice due to harmful algae present.
07/10/2026

Bloomington Beach will be closed until further notice due to harmful algae present.

Clinton lake is currently recruiting volunteers for several opportunities! Volunteering at Clinton Lake is a great way t...
06/23/2026

Clinton lake is currently recruiting volunteers for several opportunities! Volunteering at Clinton Lake is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and contribute to the upkeep of Clinton Lake's recreation areas. Volunteers will be provided a full hookup RV pad and shed in exchange for 20 hours of volunteer service per week. Our current volunteering opportunities include:

Woodridge Park:
Camp Hosts
- Welcome and assist in checking visitors into reservations
- Serve as a friendly presence in our campgrounds
- Provide customer service to assist campers
Park Maintenance
- Help maintain cleanliness in the campground
- Assist with trail repairs and maintenance
- Upkeep fire rings and picnic tables at backcountry campsites

Bloomington East:
Park Maintenance
- Repair and maintain picnic tables
- Assist with sign installation and maintenance
- Painting and beautification projects
- Clean up storm debris and litter
- Replace and straighten campsite post markers

If you are interested in joining our team, contact our project office at (785) 843-7665 to learn more.

Clinton Lake is currently in a Watch Advisory for Blue Green Algae.
06/20/2026

Clinton Lake is currently in a Watch Advisory for Blue Green Algae.

**UPDATE**Bloomington Beach and Boat Ramp 6 are now open.
06/19/2026

**UPDATE**

Bloomington Beach and Boat Ramp 6 are now open.

Due to flooding, the following closures are in effect until further notice...

BOAT RAMPS
Boat Ramp 4
Boat Ramp 6

BLOOMINGTON BEACH

We are monitoring the situation and will update as conditions change.

Due to flooding, the following closures are in effect until further notice...BOAT RAMPSBoat Ramp 4Boat Ramp 6BLOOMINGTON...
06/12/2026

Due to flooding, the following closures are in effect until further notice...

BOAT RAMPS
Boat Ramp 4
Boat Ramp 6

BLOOMINGTON BEACH

We are monitoring the situation and will update as conditions change.

If you are planning on going out on the water this Easter weekend, please protect your peeps by asking them to buckle up...
03/30/2026

If you are planning on going out on the water this Easter weekend, please protect your peeps by asking them to buckle up and wear their life jackets.

Set a good example and wear a life jacket during all your water-related adventures. If you won’t wear it for yourself th...
03/26/2026

Set a good example and wear a life jacket during all your water-related adventures. If you won’t wear it for yourself than please wear it for those who love you.

Stay safe and wear your safety gear! When in, on, or near open water (lake, river, pond, etc.) wear a properly-fitted life jacket. Check out this video by Ca...

Jacob Stephens from Lynchburg, VA shared his reason why he wears his life jacket. Using your kayak to go fishing can be ...
03/23/2026

Jacob Stephens from Lynchburg, VA shared his reason why he wears his life jacket. Using your kayak to go fishing can be a lot of fun. Please remember to wear your life jacket. Keep it buckled and zipped up because you never know when you might fall in or tip over unexpectedly.

Boating can be a lot of fun. Practice these tips to keep yourself and others safe while enjoying your time on the water....
03/19/2026

Boating can be a lot of fun. Practice these tips to keep yourself and others safe while enjoying your time on the water. Please Wear It

Address

872 N 1402 Road
Lawrence, KS
66049

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17858437665

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