LOVEWELL STATE PARK
Lovewell State Park is a haven for outdoors lovers who are looking for variety. Located off the beaten track in northern Jewell County, Lovewell offers an enticing blend of camping, fishing, wildlife watching, and special events.
The park features excellent shade and 23 full utility, 13 water/electric, 82 electric only, and 306 primitive campsites, as well as six cabins. Designated electrical sites may be reserved, and Bluebird Primitive Campground is reservable for camping groups. Three shower/toilet buildings, three vault toilets, year-round freeze proof water hydrants and two trailer dump stations are centrally located in the park.
A historic limestone school hosts summer church services, and an archery range is located north of the Cottonwood shower building. The Pioneer day-use area features a playground, sand volleyball, softball diamond, and horse shoe pits. Two basketball courts are located west of the marina. The Southwinds Swimming Beach offers plenty of sun and shade. Picnic facilities are available throughout the dayuse areas, as well as a large log group shelter that can be reserved.
Lovewell hosts several annual special events, including a Kids Fishing Derby in early June, fireworks and sand castle contest in July, Lovewell Fun Day in August, and various other special events and fishing tournaments throughout the year.
The 2,900-acre Lovewell Reservoir is popular with anglers. The south shore features high bluffs that block summer winds. The 2,200- acre Lovewell Wildlife Area invites hunters, wildlife watchers, and other wildlife enthusiasts to experience a variety of well-managed habitats.
1. Lovewell State Park offers a designated swimming beach for visitors.
2. The park's large reservoir provides ample space for open water swimming.
3. Swimming is allowed during daylight hours only, from sunrise to sunset.
4. Lifeguards are not provided; swimmers swim at their own risk in the lake area.
5. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult while swimming or near the water areas of the park.
6. The sandy beach makes it comfortable and safe for kids to play and swim around.
7. Swimming aids such as floaties, life jackets etc. , can be used but should meet US Coast Guard standards.
8. Alcohol consumption is strictly prohibited on beaches or anywhere within 50 feet of any body of water in Kansas state parks including Lovewell's.
The park offers a wide range of boating options. There are six boat ramps available for use, three on the south shore and three on the north shore. The marina provides 16 slips for rent during summer months along with fuel service and minor repair work facilities to ensure smooth sailing experiences. In addition, there is also an option to hire pontoon boats from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Marina Cove area which can accommodate up to eight people per vessel.
Impoundment Type: Reservoir
Surface Acres: 2,986 acres
Maximum Depth: 35 feet
Normal Lake Level: 1582.6 feet
Walleye, White Bass, Crappie, Wiper, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish,Flathead Catfish, Bluegill