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Just northeast of the city of El Dorado lies the lake of the same name, an eight thousand acre reservoir that is one of the largest in the state of Kansas. Surrounded by the tall grasslands and rolling prairies that Kansas is so well known for, El Dorado Lake has almost one hundred miles of shoreline available for recreational use. Visitors can spot birds like geese, warblers, and even majestic bald eagles in any of the natural areas on the shores of the lake, or look for other creatures like deer, prairie chickens, mink, and vultures. The lake itself is a popular destination for watersports like boating, jet skiing, and waterskiing, and there are plenty of fish in the water to tempt fishermen. Trails around the lake’s edge are suitable for hikers, mountain bikers, or horseback riders, who will spot some beautiful wildflowers in the area depending on the season.
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