Arkalon Park
11123 Arkalon Park Road, Liberal, Kansas, 67901
Last Updated: October 18, 2023
Closed Dates: October 17 - March 31
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Campground Overview
Arkalon park is located 10 miles NE of Liberal KS on HWY 54. The park offers concrete pads, water, 30/50 amp power for campers, and well maintained grassy areas for tents. Most sites have covered picnic tables. All sites have fire rings and BBQ grills. There are hiking trails, a sandy volleyball area, fishing ponds on the property, and an amazing playground for kids. There is also plenty of room to set up outdoor games. A fully equipped bath house is available for your convenience. For your safety, there is a gate that will be locked every night from 10 p.m. - 7 a.m. and several tornado shelters (which hopefully, we never have to use).
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Activities
Volleyball, Wildlife Viewing, Fishing, Hiking, Backpacking
Area Tips
Arkalon park is named after the town of Arkalon that was founded in 1888 at the Cimarron river crossing of the Chicago, Kansas and Nebraska railway, a part of the Rock Island. Town lots were cheap, and people flocked in by the hundreds. However, the deep sand of the area was a serious handicap to the movement of horse-drawn freight, and the town never succeeded in establishing itself as a profitable marketing point. It was sustained for years by the large stockyards but by the 1920's most of the population had gone.
There is a wonderful view of the Mighty Sampson of the Cimarron Railroad Bridge that is still in use today. The bridge was a new design, built in 1939, out of necessity after three different bridges at this location colapsed during a span of two decades. The bridge is 113 feet above the river bed (which is now dry), 1269 feet long, and is a floating bridge. It sits on pylons but is not actually attached to them. It was a contender for the 8 wonders of Kansas Architecture award.
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Rules
Check-in
All Campers MUST check in with Camp Host when arriving.
Camp Host Hours
Camp host office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Hunting Prohibited
No hunting.
Firearms
The discharging of firearms is prohibited.
Disorderly Conduct
Disorderly conduct will not be tolerated. Upon first offense, violators will be expelled permanently from the facility.
Swimming Prohibited
No swimming.
Long Term Stays
Please contact the campground directly regarding the possibility for long term accommodations (contract workers, etc.).
Fireworks
Fireworks are strictly prohibited.
Speed Limit
Speed limit is 30 mph in park, unless otherwise posted. Speed limit is 5 mph in campground.
Vehicles
Vehicles on graded roads only.
No Littering
$500 to $1,000 fine for littering.
Pet Rules
Pets must be on a leash at all times.
Fire Rules
Fires in grills and designated areas only.
Trees
Cutting of standing trees is prohibited.
Consumption
Consumption of cereal malt beverages is permitted in campground and fishing areas.
ATV's, Go-Carts, Dirt Bikes, Etc.
The use of ATV’s, go-carts and dirt bikes is prohibited.
Wildlife
Cattle and wildlife have the right-of-way.
Glass
No glass containers allowed.
Firewood
Firewood cannot be removed from the campground.
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