Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Tulsa District, has announced a temporary closure and reduction of services at various recreation areas across Kansas and Oklahoma for the 2025 season. They say that this decision is a response to staffing shortages that hinder facility maintenance.

Affected Areas and Refund Information

Specific Parks Facing Closures

The following parks at Council Grove were scheduled to open May 1, but will remain closed. Reservation cancellations will begin May 1.

Reservations and Refund Process

Visitors with existing reservations at closed parks will receive a full refund automatically within 4 to 6 weeks. You can check on reservation status by calling Recreation.gov at 877-444-6777.

Focus on Visitor Safety

USACE says these temporary closings are to help provide safe and sustainable recreation experiences.

Future Considerations

More closures might be required based on staff availability, workload, and visitation levels.

A full list of closures can be found here . To find a Corps facility that is open, click here.

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