Pottawatomie Lake No. 2 State Fishing Lake
On a typical winter day you can observe a flock of 50-100 Canada Geese roosting on the lake. A few thousand geese have been observed during migration!
The 179 acres surrounding the lake is a wildlife refuge, predominately riparian timber with some native grass on the upland area. Primitive camping is allowed on the west side of the lake. Boating is restricted to fishing only. The lake population includes Channel Catfish (which are stocked during the summer months thanks to funding from the Urban Fishing Program), Black bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Flat-head catfish, and Walleye.
Manager: Nathan Henry
Phone: (785) 539-9999
Region 2 Office 785-273-6740
Lake News
Although hot days and a decreased amount of spring rains have caused lake levels to remain low this spring and summer, there is still plenty of fishing opportunity at Pottawatomie State Lake No. 2. While on the area keep in mind that we are a No Alcohol lake and that swimming is not allowed. Also a no trash policy is enforced on the area and anything brought with you should be taken out with you. Enjoy the summer months and try to stay cool and hydrated!
- Primitive camping is allowed in the designated areas.
- Alcoholic and Cereal Malt Beverages are Prohibited.
- Fires permitted in provided metal fire rings only.
- Special Creel Limit - Channel Catfish - 5.
- Off-road vehicle, ATV use, horseback riding and target shooting are prohibited.
- Registered vessels are allowed on the lake for fishing purposes only, with boating speed being reasonable and prudent.
- Vessels not requiring registration (ie. canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, etc.) may be used on this state fishing lake for recreational use.
- The area is closed to all hunting except to those individuals drawn for special deer or turkey hunts each fall and spring.
- Everyone is asked to drive maintained roads only.
Here is a complete list of Public Land Regulations or you can download the regulation summary.
The Lake was created by a 1953 donation from Dr. and Mrs. Robert L. Freidrich of Manhattan. The donation included 247 acres of Flint Hills land in southwest Pottawatomie County, specifically dedicated to future development of a recreational lake and park. In 1955, the department completed a 75-acre lake.
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- Location of Facility: 39.23518 -96.52290
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- Location of Facility: 39.23170 -96.52803
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- Location of Facility: 39.23194 -96.52863
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- Location of Facility: 39.23144 -96.52824
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- Location of Facility: 39.23144 -96.52824
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- Location of Facility: 39.22831 -96.52937
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