Cedar Bluff Park News
Although Labor Day seems a distant memory,
Cedar Bluff State Park is also a great destination during the winter months! Many of the year's hunting seasons are winding down, fishing has still been good at times and wildlife viewing can be excellent.
If you are seeking a simple get-away for a little peace and quiet, our rental cabins are available year around and will satisfy your needs nicely! So whether you are searching for a quiet weekend escape or searching for the perfect base camp for your next outdoor adventure, Cedar Bluff State Park offers a variety of opportunities and amenities that are sure to satisfy your needs.
(Don't forget to purchase your annual permits prior to April 1st to get the discounted rates!!!)
Come and see what Cedar Bluff State Park has to offer!!!
Our office hours are now Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, The office will be closed on weekends. The water system has been winterized for the season, a freeze proof hydrant is available in front of the office for filling tanks and the Despatch Showerhouse is open year-round
What's NEW???
New Prices for 2012:
There have been some changes in fees recently, with one of the biggest changes being the elimination of the second, annual vehicle permit. Visitor's may still purchase multiple permits for additional vehicles but the Department will no longer offer a second annual vehicle permit at a discounted rate. A second significant change for visitors will be the decrease in the price of the annual camping permit which will realize a $50 price reduction. Below is a listing of current park issuances which have changed in price over the previous year:
- Annual vehicle permit (Oct.-Mar.) $19.70
- Annual vehicle permit (Apr.-Sep.) $24.70
- Annual camping permit (Oct.-Mar.) $152.50
- Annual camping permit (Apr.-Sep.) $202.50
- 1 utility campsite $8.00 per night, in addition to the daily camping permit.
- 2 utility campsite $10.00 per night, in addition to the daily camping permit.
- 3 utility campsite $11.00 per night, in addition to the daily camping permit.
Remember, purchase your annual permits before April 1st and SAVE.
A Third Rustic Cabin: Our rentals cabins, as well as those across the state, have steadily increased in popularity by providing unique opportunities and alternative ways of camping and enjoying the outdoors. Demand for cabins at Cedar Bluff State Park continues to rise and as a result we recieved approval to develop our sixth rental cabin. The park staff, with the aid of a new AmeriCorp Member, have recently completed the construction of our third rustic cabin. This new cabin is located just across the road from the Bluffton Area's north showerhouse, it has been placed on-line and is available for use. If considering a stay in one of our rental cabin don't wait too long; weekends as well as weekdays are going fast!
A New Playground:
For quite some time we have been working to upgrade and provide more modern playground equipment... Well it looks like we are on our way! The second piece of a new development has been set in place! In addition to the NEOS 360, we have installed a new, more traditional playground set. The NEOS has been VERY popular and this addtional will make the location and opportunities that much better! A second playground is set to be installed within the Overland Campground in mid-October.
Accessibility Improvements for the Disabled:
Through a Bureau of Reclamation Title 28 cost share grant, we received federal funding to
improve handicap accessibility within certain areas of Cedar Bluff State Park to aid in meeting the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Improvements include: access to hydrants and shelters; new sidewalks, fire rings and picnic tables, and the renovation of utility campsites. There are eight utility campsites which have been renovated to meet ADA specifications, six are within the Bluffton Area and two are within the Page Creek Area. These campsites are now surfaced with concrete and include an accessible fire ring and picnic table. All of these sites are open for use by anyone with the exception of Wagon Rut #29; to use this campsite a disabled placard is required.
If you have questions pertaining to the park please call the park office at 785-726-3212.
Questions pertaining to fishing should be directed to Dave Spalsbury, Fisheries Biologist at the same number.
Questions pertaining to hunting and the wildlife area should be directed to Kent Hensley, Wildlife Manager at the same number.
Chris Smith
Park Manager
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