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No Reservations in 2010: Due to park expansion and renovation, individual campsite reservations and group camping reservations for Cottonwood Point and Hillsboro Cove campgrounds will NOT be accepted for the 2010 camping season. Walk-in camping will be allowed although campsite availability will be limited. A total closure of Cottonwood Point for a limited time may also be necessary. You may check on the parks' status by calling the lake office at (620) 382-2101 or by visiting our website at:
http://www.swt.usace.army.mil/recreat/OPSField.CFM?tblOPSField__LakeName=Marion%20Reservoir
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COTTONWOOD POINT (KS), MARION RESERVOIR, KSDescriptionCottonwood Point Campground is located on Marion Reservoir just north of U.S. Highway 56 between the communities of Marion and Hillsboro. Thousands of visitors annually come to enjoy the scenic beauty of Cottonwood Point with its easy shoreline access to the water and the abundance of shade around the campsites. Popular activities include camping, boating, fishing and hunting. A special treat for wildlife observers is the Willow Walk Nature Trail. While staying in the campground, you may see white-tailed deer, pelicans, raccoons, and various other waterfowl. Anglers have bright opportunities as channel catfish, walleye, white bass and wipers are the most popular catches of the day.The nearby communities of Hillsboro and Marion also offer many opportunities for visitors to the area. Marion holds an annual two day festival in June to celebrate the history of Marion. Hillsboro and Marion have a nationally recognized Art and Crafts show every third Saturday in September. There are many other shopping and dining choices in the surrounding towns as well as a welcoming small town feel. The campground offers 94 individual sites, two group camping and two group day use shelters. These campsites include tables, grills, sun shelters, and electrical hookups. Many amenities are available to campers such as showers, RV dump stations, playgrounds, and beaches. MORE INFORMATION: Information is available at the park website at www.swt.usace.army.mil/recreat/OPSField.CFM?tblOPSField__LakeName=Marion%20Reservoir. The Group and Picnic Shelters are available for reservations by calling the Marion Reservoir Project Office (620) 382-2101. The park mailing address is Marion Reservoir, 2105 N. Pawnee, Marion, KS 66861. Alerts and Important InformationReservation must be made at least 3 days in advance. This campground requires a 2 night minimum stay on weekends. This campground requires a 3 night minimum stay on holidays. No firearms, fireworks, or unregistered vehicles allowed, including ATV's and golf carts. All pets must be leashed or caged. Boat Dock at Cottonwood is not handicap accessible. This campground has first-come, first-served sites. Getting There:Cottonwood Point (KS)2105 N. PAWNEE Marion KS 66861 GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 38.38889, -97.08889 Cottonwood Point Campground is 4 miles northwest of Marion, KS, off Hwy 56. Turn north on Old Mill Road and go 2.8 miles north. Follow signs. Phone Park for More Information:Information: (620)382-2101
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