The state park maintains the trails and park with your permit fees. There are several gates along the trails-keep them closed and latched. If riding horseback or on a bicycle, please stay on the maintained trails to prevent disturbance and erosion. The wildlife area trails are closed from Nov 1-Jan 31 annually to limit hunter disturbance and for safety. Hikers can access the trails from the Alum Creek parking lot. There is no horse access other than through the state park. These trails allow hike, bike and horseback riding, and are closed to all but foot traffic from November 1 through January 31 annually. Several multi-use trails originating from Kanopolis State Park lead into the wildlife area. White bass fishing along the river can be excellent in mid April if river flow is adequate. The water in the wildlife area is on the upper reaches of the lake and usually fairly shallow. Most anglers access the area from the river or lake via boat. Hunters frequently use boats, carts and backpacks when accessing the remote areas.įishing access through the wildlife area is limited. The weekly waterfowl report is kept updated throughout the fall and winter months. Canada geese and mallards are common all season long. Waterfowl frequent the river and backwaters in good numbers as long as the water is open. Prairie chickens also use the area and adjacent crop fields. Upland hunters find pheasants and quail in the grassy expanses and brushy draws. Tree stands may be placed on the area 14 days prior to the season and removed within 14 days after the season. Whitetail deer, turkey, and upland bird are popular game species. Hunting pressure is generally moderate, but can be very high during opening weekends of firearm deer, spring turkey and upland bird seasons. The wildlife area is open to public hunting with the exception of the refuge which is closed September 1 - January 31. The entire US Army Corps of Engineers property extends along the Smoky Hill River for over 15,000 acres. Kanopolis Reservoir covers approximately 3000 acres. Click on "News" link above for Smoky Hill Wildlife Area refuge boundary mapsĬentrally located on Kanopolis Reservoir and managed by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), Smoky Hill Wildlife Area consists of 4180 acres of land and 885 acres of water.
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