Baldwin Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area

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If you’ve never been to the end of Kansas State Highway 94 south of Kingsdown, you’re missing one of Kansas’ most scenic lake and camping opportunities. The 300-acre Clark State Fishing lake, with about 900 acres of adjacent hunting and wildlife viewing areas, is a beautiful and unexpected surprise in what seems to be flat, arid land. Viewed from the rim, the lake is a blue gem that invites one to serene living and good fishing. The 200-foot-deep canyon is rugged and picturesque. And a drive through the open-range country west of the lake is a peek into the prairie past. Clark is our largest state fishing lake and was constructed in the late 1930s as a Civilian Conservation Corps project. Well off the beaten path, Clark draws many visitors simply wanting to relax. Camping facilities are good, but rate somewhere between luxury and “roughing it.” Modern vault toilets are new and clean, and camping sites are shady and level with ample room. Hookups, dump stations, and potable water are not available, but generators may be used to supply power. Access to the east shore camping area is excellent via the all-weather K-94. North side camping, popular with archery deer hunters near the wildlife area, is accessible via a steeper dirt road that can be slick in wet weather. Good fishing exists at Clark State Fishing Lake, both from shoreline and from access through four boat ramps. The lake is known primarily for largemouth bass and catfishing, though it also holds crappie, white bass and walleye. Consult posted regulations for detailed information. Birders are often thrilled with the unusual, rim-view opportunities to watch turkey vultures soaring at eye level. The area is great for all kinds of photographic opportunities. Treat yourself to Clark State Fishing Lake for a special Kansas outdoors experience. You’ll find it clean and scenic – a great little hideaway. I’m Mike Blair for Kansas Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism