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Cheney (West Shore)
Overview
Cheney (West Shore) is located within the expansive Cheney State Park, offering a scenic getaway along one of Kansas's premier reservoirs. This area is widely recognized for its spacious campsites and direct proximity to the water, providing a peaceful retreat for nature lovers. It serves as a primary hub for outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the diverse landscape of south-central Kansas while enjoying a well-maintained state park environment.
Location & Surroundings
Situated approximately 20 miles west of Wichita, the park sits on the western edge of the 9,500-acre Cheney Reservoir. The surrounding landscape features a blend of tallgrass prairie and cottonwood trees, creating a serene backdrop for sunrises over the lake. Its position on the West Shore provides excellent access to the Giefer Creek area, known for its quieter atmosphere and abundant opportunities for wildlife viewing along the shoreline.
Amenities & Park Features
The West Shore area caters to RVers with a variety of site types, including many equipped with water and electric hookups supporting both 30 and 50-amp service. Modern restrooms and shower facilities are conveniently located throughout the grounds to ensure a comfortable stay for long-term visitors. Travelers also benefit from on-site dump stations and multiple boat ramps, making it easy to transition from the campsite to the open water for a day of fishing or recreation.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Water sports are the primary draw here, with the reservoir being a top destination for sailing and windsurfing due to consistent prairie winds. Anglers frequently visit to catch walleye, white bass, and channel catfish near the rocky points. For those preferring land-based activities, the Giefer Creek Nature Trail offers miles of hiking and biking opportunities through diverse habitats that host white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and various migratory birds throughout the seasons.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for active families and boating enthusiasts who want direct access to large-scale water recreation and sandy swimming beaches. It is also a perfect choice for birdwatchers and photographers seeking a quiet natural setting within a short driving distance of urban conveniences. If you value scenic lakefront views and a rustic yet accessible camping experience, the West Shore at Cheney provides an excellent home base for your Kansas adventure.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Jessica Honaker
It is beautiful but bathrooms are usually gross. People don't keep their dogs on their leash, had a couple dogs chase my kid and try to bite. Teens or adults messing with your kids saying things to them that aren't okay.. Park police are a joke and volunteers are rude. So many better lakes than this one. Pick a better lake to go too.
Nichole Hutchings
I love this lake. I have a spot right next to the water and I sleep like a baby here. Listening to the sound of the waves crashing into the shore is so peaceful. There are also bathrooms and showers right by my site. Plenty of beach area and plenty of campsites for tents and rvs
MCB
Nice camping trip. The primitive area has lots of camp sites with very limited shade. Mid-october trip but daytime highs were in the upper 80's but nights cooled down to mid to upper 60's. Campground was pretty empty, only a few tents. Firepits are old and some barely usable, sites vary. In size but many are very large. Bathrooms are very dated, showers were poorly maintained with standing water in the "dry" area, lots of spiders. No one ever stopped by to check on anything but being late in the season may account for that and the bathroom/shower conditions.
Michael Foltz
By far one of the cleanest camp grounds we've been to in a while. Reserving and paying for the two nights was easy through the state park website. Upon arriving we found our name and reservation posted on the campsite marker. The public restroom and shower house was clean and well lit. Connecting electric and water was painless, and the camp wifi worked flawlessly. We'll be back soon.
Jody Determann
Reserved a water and electric hookup site. No water. 30 amp breaker was trashed. Arrived on a Sunday so park office closed. Restrooms, showers closed. It would have been helpful if the park website notified campers of no water. Certainly, they have not started Spring clean up. Camp host arrived on my second day. He called park Ranger to fix my electrical service. No one cared that 2 tent campers were in a loud, aggressive, cursing yelling match the night before. I was to call 911. That seems like a stupid waste of tax payer money and cops time. I asked if one of them could ask that couple to tone it down instead....nope, call 911. Which I did not do. Likely a decent park for fishing (and drinking as per the trash left behind). I would not return.