Melvern Lake Fishing Spot

• Max Depth: 74'
• Elevation: 1073'
• Last Modified By: vinny60 on 09/08/09 10:03 PM
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Melvern Lake is a 6,930-acre impoundment on the upper reaches of the Marais des Cygnes River Valley nestled into the eastern fringes of the beautiful Flint Hills Region. Opportunities abound for any angler who may gain easy access to the lake at any of the six large boat ramps located strategically on the northern and southern shores. The fish that are available in Melvern Lake are: walleye, crappie, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black bass, white bass, striped bass and smallmouth bass. Boaters on Melvern Lake will enjoy the large main body of the lake on calm days for water skiing. Sailboat enthusiasts can find plenty of room to maneuver on the ten miles of open water. The Melvern Lake Marina is located on the southeast side of the lake. It provides fuel, mooring facilities and other supplies necessary for boaters as well as campers. Day use fees are required for launching at Corps managed boat ramps. A daily fee of $3.00 is charged to launch at ramps. In lieu of the daily permit an annual pass may be purchased for $30.00. This pass is good at any Corps of Engineers day use facility nationwide. Please note that the Coeur d’Alene boat ramp parking lot is for vehicles with trailers only. This restriction is enforced to help alleviate the congestion issues that occur on this ramp on a weekly basis. The safest places to swim at Melvern Lake are at one of the three designated swimming beaches. Two are located on the main part of the lake, and one is located below the dam. Designated beaches are designed and constructed to eliminate hazards and underwater obstructions. These beaches have ample parking and toilet facilities. The Outlet Beach and Coeur d' Alene beaches have volleyball nets for beach users. Melvern Lake is situated on the eastern edge of Kansas' Flinthills Region. It draws outdoor enthusiasts from a wide range of disciplines. Melvern Lake covers approximately 7,000 acres of water and 18,000 acres of land open for public use. The lake contains five parks with amenities ranging from basic campsites to full hook-ups with 50-amp service. From Topeka, 40 miles south on US 75. From Kansas City, 90 miles south on I-35.