CHENEY, Kan. — An official with Cheney State Park said it best when it comes to camping: “It’s social distancing at its best.” And it appears many believe that because camping at the park has been sold out for the past two weekends.
The park is also sold out for the Memorial Day weekend and has been since the middle of February thanks to the parks department online reservation system.
Restrooms and showers are slowly being reopened and the park expects to fully open facilities next week unless there is an order from the state to stay closed.
The park has been able to conduct some business online and by phone and wanted to stress that camping reservations, fishing licenses and other matters can be taken care of online. Park rangers are watching to make sure no large groups gather in one spot.
O'Brien's Marina and the West Side Bait Shop are also open for business to serve fishers and boaters. Cheney Reservoir typically sees about 50,000 visitors on a busy weekend.