Horsethief Reservoir has a long history for a lake so new. It was first proposed in the 1930s, but the dam was not approved until 2009. Completed in 2010, Horsethief Lake is now a popular spot for visitors, who enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, camping, and more in the area. Located in Western Kansas, in the town of Jetmore, Horsethief Lake has 450 acres of water, filled with fish and surrounded by a park that measures over a thousand acres. Because the lake is still so new, recreational activities are still in development, but already it has become a busy and fun place to spend a day or a weekend away. All types of watercraft are welcome on the lake, and in fact it has become a popular place for kite-boarding.

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