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Cimarron National Grassland

Welcome to the Cimarron National Grassland, 1 of 20 National Grasslands administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. Located within Morton and Stevens Counties in southwestern Kansas, the Cimarron National Grassland manages 108,175 acres.

General Information

This recreation region is managed by the Cimarron National Grassland.

Complexes


The Cimarron Recreation Area includes the Cimarron Campground, Cimarron Picnic Area, Cimarron Group Site and Cimarron Ponds. It also provides access to the Turkey Trail. See individual listings for specific information about these sites.

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Located in the Cimarron Recreation Area and surrounded by tall cottonwood trees, this scenic campground has 12 campsites.

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Located in Cimarron Recreation Area. Access key and volleyball and horseshoe equipment are provided with rental. No RV hook ups available. 

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Located in the Cimarron Recreation Area, there are many picnic tables available for day use.

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Located in the Cimarron Recreation Area, these four, man-made ponds, were constructed for migratory birds.  There is an accessible fishing pier, covered picnic sites,

Recreation Sites

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Cimarron Campground

Site Open
Horse Riding and Camping Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Located in the Cimarron Recreation Area and surrounded by tall cottonwood trees, this scenic campground has 12 campsites. A great variety of birds provide excellent wildlife viewing…

Cimarron Group Site

Site Open
Horse Riding and Camping Picnicking
Located in Cimarron Recreation Area. Access key and volleyball and horseshoe equipment are provided with rental. No RV hook ups available. 

Cimarron National Grassland Auto Tour

Picnicking Scenic Drives Outdoor Science and Learning
This self-guided tour, in "The Sea of Grass" brochure, highlights many points of interest, scenery, and amenities found on the Grassland.  It is approximately 30 miles long, so plan on about 2-3…

Cimarron Picnic Area

Site Open
Picnicking
Located in the Cimarron Recreation Area, there are many picnic tables available for day use.

Cimarron Ponds Fishing Site

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking
Located in the Cimarron Recreation Area, these four, man-made ponds, were constructed for migratory birds.  There is an accessible fishing pier, covered picnic sites, and campgrounds nearby. Trout…

Cimarron River Overlook

Outdoor Science and Learning
A small overlook and parking area which has scenic views of the Cimarron River valley and interpretive displays about the area's history.

Conestoga Trailhead

Biking Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Outdoor Science and Learning
This trailhead provides access to the Companion Trail (19 miles) and the Santa Fe National Historic Trail (23 miles). Interpretative signs provide the history of both trails. Accessible horse…

Cottonwood Picnic Area

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking
Located off Highway 27 south of the Cimarron River, this shady site has many accessible picnic tables as well as a steam tractor display, interpretative signs, and a playground area. Also available…

Mallard Ponds Fishing Site

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Located east of Cimarron Recreation Area on FS Road 700, these man-made ponds are stocked with fish by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Please refer to Kansas Department of Wildlife and…

Murphy Trailhead

Site Open
Hiking Biking Horse Riding and Camping Outdoor Science and Learning
This Trailhead provides access to the Companion Trail (19 miles) and the Santa Fe National Historic Trail (23 miles). Interpretative signs provide history of both trails. Accessible horse mounting…

Last updated April 29th, 2025