Clinton Lake is a reservoir near Lawrence that occupies a 7,000 acre space. It was built in the late 1970s to prevent flooding of the nearby Wakarusa and Kansas Rivers, and was filled very slowly to allow the natural plants and vegetation to remain. This method paid off, as now this vegetation has created a perfect habitat in the lake, ideal for the fish who dwell there. On the northern shores of the lake, Clinton State Park is a great place for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities. There are hundreds of campsites, trails for mountain bikes, and even an archery range at the park, and the marina has launches, boat rentals, and even a floating restaurant.

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