Perry-South

**Location & Access**
Perry-South (also known as Rock Creek Park Boat Ramp) is located on the southwest end of Perry Lake in Jefferson County, Kansas, near the town of Perry. From Highway 24 in Perry, take Ferguson Road north for 3 miles, then turn west on 43rd Street and follow park signs. The ramp offers excellent shoreline access and is conveniently situated near Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City.

**Facilities & Amenities**
This boat ramp features 4 launch lanes with 2 courtesy docks, making it suitable for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. Additional amenities include a 2-stall vault toilet and a frost-free spigot near the facilities for water access. Note that a vehicle permit is required for all visitors using boat ramps within Perry State Park, regardless of length of stay.

**Recreation & Additional Information**
Perry Lake is known as one of the region's premier sailing destinations, but offers excellent opportunities for all paddlers and anglers. The lake supports populations of white crappie and flathead catfish. Be aware that park entrance gates are closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and throughout holiday weekends, though an exit lane is available. For current conditions and reservations, contact the facility at 785-597-5144.

Overview
Perry Park is a recreational day use area, situated near the dam on the south end of Perry Lake.Recreation
Perry lake has a reputation for being one of the best sailing lakes in the region; however, boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered here, whether it's sailing, power boating or canoeing.

Perry Lake offers excellent fishing: White crappie, flathead catfish,...

Overview
Perry Park is a recreational day use area, situated near the dam on the south end of Perry Lake.Recreation
Perry lake has a reputation for being one of the best sailing lakes in the region; however, boaters of all types will enjoy the many opportunities offered here, whether it's sailing, power boating or canoeing.

Perry Lake offers excellent fishing: White crappie, flathead catfish, walleye, white bass, channel catfish and sauger are in abundance throughout the lake.

In addition to the vast lake, the area has approximately 27,000 acres of public land dedicated to wildlife management: turkey, deer, quail, pheasant, rabbit, squirrel, duck and geese are all found on these federal lands.

Facilities
Perry Park is located next to a marina and the lake information center, and features a reservable picnic shelters, making it ideal for a large party or family function.
Natural Features
Perry Lake Dam was completed in 1969 to help with flood control for the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. Today, the lake boasts 159 miles of shoreline and 12,000 surface acres of water, creating countless recreational activities for visitors, and earning it the nickname "paradise on the plains."

The park is surrounded by the lake and a beach on one side offering plenty of access to the shoreline.
Nearby Attractions
Several popular trails, including the 29-mile Perry Hiking Trail, are located nearby, along with a public marina. Perry Lake is also a short drive from Lawrence, Topeka, and Kansas City--each offering their own array of unique shopping, dining, and attractions.

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