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Sterling Lake

Park · Sterling, Kansas

Hot — visit earlyBarbecue grillBasketball courtPicnic tablesPublic restroom
Editor's Notes
Sterling Lake is a park in Sterling, Kansas. Restrooms, picnic tables, grills, slides, swings and a playground on site; visitors come for picnicking. It is wheelchair-accessible, dog-friendly and kid-friendly.

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Weather at Sterling Lake

H: 96° L: 67°
Sunny
Sunny
96°
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Feels like 96°
Precipitation
5%
Humidity
34%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
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75°
3 AM
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71°
6 AM
Clear
68°
9 AM
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73°
12 PM
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84°
3 PM
Sunny
95°
6 PM
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95°
9 PM
Clear
84°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sterling Lake?
Sterling Lake is a park in Sterling, Kansas.
Can you swim at Sterling Lake?
There is no fixed answer for Sterling Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Sterling Lake in Sterling, Kansas. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Sterling Lake rated?
Sterling Lake in Sterling, Kansas has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 320 reviews.

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Very warm - visit early morning or evening
General Tips:
  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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  • Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
Best Seasons:
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Location & Contact

401 E Van Buren St, Sterling, KS 67579

Sterling, Kansas 67579

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People Talk About

💬 town💬 walk💬 picnic💬 fireworks💬 4th of july💬 fishing💬 splash pad💬 stocked💬 volleyball💬 catfish

Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🏀 Basketball court🏪 Has a tennis court🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Playground