MARION COUNTY -- As of today, Marion County Park and Lake is now re-opened to both county and out of county residents for fishing, and other outdoor recreational use.
According to information on the Marion County Park and Lake Facebook page, camping will remain closed until Monday, with possible restrictions to follow. The public swimming beach, along with the lake hall venue will remain to be closed until further notice.
At this time, group gatherings of 10 or more people are still strictly prohibited, and we ask for your continued practice of proper social distancing, the information noted.
All permits, licenses, and boat/bait inspections are still required at the lake. The office is open seven days a week, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Personnel are currently handling all office business through the sliding glass drive-up window on the north side of the building.
"We ask for your patience and understanding while trying to re-open in phases following both local, and state orders," the information noted.
If you have any questions, you can reach us at the lake office by calling (620) 382-3240 or emailing us at [email protected].