Santa Fe Lake

As the manager stated this is a cozy but unconventional campground. No defined sites to speak of. All parking is on grass and multiple rigs use the same power poles. No water at the sites. Only three shaded sites under low hanging trees.
Lots of locals enjoying the lake while we were there. They had mtn bike and paddle board rentals.
Also had tree mtn bike trails adjacent to the park.
During our stay we were awakened by tornado sirens. While trying to make a hasty retreat we got stuck in the mud. Fortunately we were able to extricate ourselves with our 4 wheel drive. When we went to the front office the manager was standing in the rain, weather radio in hand and informed us there was a tornado on the ground south of us and that we should go to the police statin nearby to shelter. Turned out to be a non-event for us at the campground thankfully.

We were concerned about getting the trailer out due to the mud, but had no problems.

We feel so fortunate to have seen the reviews of this place on Campendium. It’s a beautiful lake with resident bald eagles, blue herons, and migrating pelicans. 450 acres in total with 250 being the lake. There’s a 7 mile trail and plenty of good walking just around the lake on the gravel. Very well maintained and just about the friendliest and most cordial hosts you can imagine. Shade, sun, swimming, dog beach, some sites with hook-ups and others without (our preference.) We’ll be back!

The people who operate Santa Fe Lake are very helpful and friendly. I had a great spot with a view of the lake, and great view of the morning sunrise. It was very peaceful and relaxing.

Hook ups are only electric, but I was able to top off my freshwater tank on the way in. Also the dump station is free if you are camping here, otherwise it's a $10 fee.

It's $15 a night plus the park membership fee. I think it's $7 a night if you are not an annual member. I live near here so I got the annual membership since I plan to visit here a few more times throughout the year.

Our check-in process was fast, easy and very friendly staff. Camping was only $21 with 50amp hookup. We only needed to be here one night, just traveling through, but would recommend for longer if you were doing multiple days in the Wichita area. Campground is on a nice lake. Camping was VERY quiet. Water fill is available. I did not see if there was a dump station or not. Would definitely recommend staying here. We stayed in a 40' fifth wheel. Plenty of room!