| Cross Timbers State Park is located in the gently rolling hills of the Verdigris River Valley in southeast Kansas. Comprising 1,075 acres in the northern reaches of the physiographic region known to early pioneers as the Cross Timbers, this park provides numerous access points to the 2,800-acre Toronto Reservoir .
The park is located 12 miles west of Yates Center in Woodson County. This region was a favored hunting & camping ground of Native Americans of the Osage Nation. The forested flood plains, surrounded by terraces of prairie & hills of oak savannah, provide visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in some of the most diverse flora & fauna in Kansas.
Shaded campsites within easy access of the lake are available for both full RV hookup & primitive camping. All park campgrounds are served by modern bathroom & shower facilities. All park trails are open to hiking & backpacking. All but the Ancient Trees Trail are open to other non-motorized uses such as jogging & mountain biking. Back country camping is allowed by special permit on segments of the Chautauqua Hills Trail.
Fishing in the river & on the reservoir can be excellent. Both are noted for excellent white crappie, white bass, channel catfish, & flathead catfish angling. Black bass, bluegill, & sunfish round out the diverse fishing opportunities available here. The adjacent 4,600-acre Toronto Wildlife Area is a diverse collection of habitats, including forests, grasslands, farmlands, & marshes. Species common to the area included white-tailed deer, wild turkey, quail, squirrel, rabbit, dove, & raccoon. A rich variety of songbirds appeals to wildlife observers & photographers. |
Cross Timbers State Park Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
37.798630, -95.952408
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Campground: Cross Timbers State Park in Toronto Kansas *