Recreation.gov has posted a notice for Card Creek Campground
Campsite 14 is closed for maintenance until further notice.
We read this on September 30, 2026. See every notice for Card Creek Campground
Card Creek Campground
Elk City Lake, Kansas
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As of October 2026, Card Creek Campground is a campground in Kansas with 20 campsites. Card Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- people allowed on 19 of 20 sites
- 10
- people allowed on the largest site
- 75
Card Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Mid-stay changes allowed
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
Published by Recreation.gov for Card Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Card Creek Campground
- Standard 19
- Group 1
- Hookups 16
Amenities
- restrooms
- showers
- dump station
At a glance: Setting: Lake.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife.
All sites at Card Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standard | 10 | Electric |
| 2 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 3 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 4 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 5 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 6 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 7 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 8 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 9 | Standard | 10 | Electric |
| 10 | Standard | 10 | Electric |
| 11 | Standard | 10 | Electric |
| 12 | Standard | 10 | Electric |
| 13 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 14 | Standard | 10 | Electric, Water |
| 16 | Standard | 10 | - |
| 17 | Standard | 10 | - |
| 18 | Standard | 10 | - |
| 19 | Standard | 10 | - |
| 20 | Standard | 10 | Electric |
| Larry Troutman Shelter | Group | 75 | Electric, Water |
About Card Creek Campground
Overview
Card Creek Campground is located 5 miles west of Independence Kansas.
Recreation
There is very good fishing at Card Creek and there is a hiking trail adjacent to the campground. Camping is available year round. It is located near the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism hunting areas.
Facilities
There are 15 electric campsites and 5 primitive campsites. There is one shower building restroom and one vault toilet. There is a boat ramp and a dump station.
Natural Features
Card Creek Campground is located along Card Creek which flows into Elk City Lake.
Nearby Attractions
The City of Independence is located 5 miles east of the park. Located near the Elk River Hiking Trail, for more information visit www.kansastrailscouncil.org.
Rules and notices at Card Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Card Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Campsite 14 is closed for maintenance until further notice.
Card Creek Campground FAQ
Is Card Creek Campground open?
Recreation.gov publishes this notice for Card Creek Campground: "Campsite 14 is closed for maintenance until further notice." Recreation.gov does not date its notices; we last read this one on September 30, 2026. Check Recreation.gov before you travel.
How hard is it to get a campsite at Card Creek Campground?
Card Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 20 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Card Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Card Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Card Creek Campground have?
Card Creek Campground has 20 campsites.
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