Wild Swim Atlas

    Waconda Lake

    Glen Elder State Park, Cawker City, KansasLake on Glen Elder ReservoirPublic swimming available

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    Getting there

    Waconda Lake covers the former Waconda Spring and has public swimming areas at Glen Elder State Park.

    Water
    Lake, Glen Elder Reservoir
    Facilities
    Swimming beach, restrooms, picnic areas, boat ramp
    Managed by
    Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks

    Getting there

    Waconda Lake is immediately east of Cawker City and immediately west of Glen Elder along U.S. Highway 24. Glen Elder State Park is on the lake.

    39.4983, -98.3789

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    Know before you go

    • Swim in the designated roped-off area.
    • Do not swim in restricted boating areas.
    • Check local water advisories before swimming.

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