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Squaw Creek

Independence, Kansas · Montgomery County · Facility

This recreation area is part of Elk City Lake

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37.24629, -95.77293
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Squaw Creek

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High76°F
Avg Low63°F
Peak Rain Chance38%
Humidity76%
UV (avg)4
Air Quality57 · Moderate
Today
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Heavy Rain
82°/70°
💧 13%🌬 16mph
↑ 7:17 AM ↓ 7:07 PM
Thu
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Rain
76°/67°
💧 38%🌬 21mph
↑ 7:18 AM ↓ 7:06 PM
Fri
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Rain
69°/58°
💧 8%🌬 18mph
↑ 7:19 AM ↓ 7:04 PM
Sat
☁️
Overcast
75°/57°
💧 2%🌬 8mph
↑ 7:20 AM ↓ 7:03 PM
Sun
⛅
Partly Cloudy
79°/61°
💧 1%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:21 AM ↓ 7:01 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Squaw Creek

This recreation area is part of Elk City Lake

Plan Your Visit to Squaw Creek

Heading to Squaw Creek? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Squaw Creek?

No central reservation system listed for Squaw Creek. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247989) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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