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Army Corps of Engineers campground

School Creek Camground

Army Corps of Engineers campground in Milford Lake, Geary County, Kansas. In the Junction City area.

Managed by
Army Corps of Engineers Milford Lake
Sites
39 39 standard non-electric
Longest rig
60 ft The longest vehicle any site is listed for
Hookups
None listed
Reservations
Recreation.gov
County
Geary County

Overview

School creek is a primitive campground. No water or electric hook ups are available. Vault

restrooms are located very close to each camping loop. A boat ramp is available for use within the

park. School Creek Campground sits right next to our School Creek ORV area that is

accessible for riders of all ages. All the campsites sit on the banks of Milford Lake, the largest

man-made lake in Kansas. Click here for the Milford Lake virtual tour.

Recreation

Whether it's boating, birding, fishing or ATV riding, School Creek provides opportunities for all types of visitors.

Facilities

School Creek is a primitive campground with no water or electric hookups. Vault restrooms are located in the campground and there is also a boat ramp with dock available for use.

Natural Features

Milford Lake is fed by the Republican River and stands as the largest man-made lake in Kansas, with a surface area of 15,700 acres and 163 miles of shoreline.

Nearby Attractions

The State Park offers Hiking trails which include the Waterfall Trail and the Crystal Trail. The wildlife Viewing Tower and Trail is a hot spot for excellent wildlife viewing.

The Milford Education Center and Fish Hatchery are located below the dam.

The description, directions and fees are the Army Corps of Engineers’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.

The federal record has no coordinates for this campground, so it is listed under Junction City and left off the map rather than placed by guesswork. Use the directions above.

Source: Recreation Information Database (Recreation.gov), record updated February 25, 2026. Elevation from the USGS 3D Elevation Program. Seasons, fees, water and fire rules change; the managing office has the final word.