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Milford Lake |
In the Central Region of KS, in Geary County, and on the Republican River. Construction began in 1962, taking 6 years. The largest man-made lake in Kansas with 15,700 surface acres of water. Over 33,000 acres of land resources are managed for protection of the projects natural and cultural resources. Approximately 70% of the land resources are available for public hunting.
The U.S.A.C.E. operates 8 park areas at the Milford project. Also there is Milford State Park, Geary County Park, and a park operated through the city of Milford. Together these facilities offer many diverse recreational opportunities. Camping, cabin rental, marinas, boating, swimming, fishing, playgrounds, hunting, hiking, wildlife watching, off-road vehicle trails, bicycle trails (including mountain biking), etc. Junction City, a nearby town of approximately 19,000 people offers motels, restaurants, and other needs for the Milford Lake visitor.
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| Location | 4020 West K-57 Hwy Junction City Kansas 66441 |
| Phone | 785-238-5714 |
| Milford@Nwk02.usace.army.mil | |
| Website | http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/milford/milford_home.htm |
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