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Lake Emerson

Park · Jewell, Kansas

Not today — an official hazard warning is active

Avoid today

Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Jewell, KS; Smith, KS; Franklin, NE; Nuckolls, NE; Webster, NE.

  • A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Jewell, KS; Smith, KS; Franklin, NE; Nuckolls, NE; Webster, NE.
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.
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Not today — an official hazard warning is active

Avoid today

Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Jewell, KS; Smith, KS; Franklin, NE; Nuckolls, NE; Webster, NE.

  • A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Jewell, KS; Smith, KS; Franklin, NE; Nuckolls, NE; Webster, NE. NWS Hastings NE
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.

No official beach-advisory feed for Kansas yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Weather at Lake Emerson

H: 91° L: 66°
Cloudy
Cloudy
69°
|
Feels like 70°
Precipitation
8%
Humidity
84%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
72°
3 AM
Overcast
69°
6 AM
Overcast
67°
9 AM
Sunny
75°
12 PM
Sunny
83°
3 PM
Overcast
89°
6 PM
Overcast
90°
9 PM
Clear
88°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Emerson?
Lake Emerson is a park in Jewell, Kansas.
Can you swim at Lake Emerson?
Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Jewell, KS; Smith, KS; Franklin, NE; Nuckolls, NE; Webster, NE. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Lake Emerson rated?
Lake Emerson in Jewell, Kansas has an average visitor rating of 5 out of 5, based on 5 reviews.

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  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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  • Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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Location & Contact

305 W Pearl St, Jewell, KS 66949

Jewell, Kansas 66949

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Accessibility

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Family & Children

👶 Good for kids