Pottawatomie County State Lake #2 — photo spot in 7960 State Lake Rd, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA
Pottawatomie County State Lake #2
Score4.0Small county lake with quiet shorelines, reeds and open skies—great for reflective waterscapes, intimate wildlife (ducks, herons) and dramatic sunrises/sunsets over flat Kansas fields. Easy roadside access and small parking area at 7960 State Lake Rd; likely no fee. Best light: golden hour and blue hour. Weekday mornings are least crowded; expect seasonal changes (icy winter reflections, green spring reeds). Bring insect protection in summer.
Pottawatomie County State Lake #2
Score4.0Small county lake with quiet shorelines, reeds and open skies—great for reflective waterscapes, intimate wildlife (ducks, herons) and dramatic sunrises/sunsets over flat Kansas fields. Easy roadside access and small parking area at 7960 State Lake Rd; likely no fee. Best light: golden hour and blue hour. Weekday mornings are least crowded; expect seasonal changes (icy winter reflections, green spring reeds). Bring insect protection in summer.