"I am writing this letter to let you know how much Rosie and I enjoyed our stay at your campground. We stayed there for three months in 2008 while working in nearby Coffeyville, Kansas. If anyone is interested it has plenty of room to walk and run. A nice lake full of fish and best of  all it is quiet. The man who takes care of the grounds does a good job and is very helpful when you are in need. The girls in the office downtown are super friendly. If your traveling through South East Kansas, be sure to stop in Altamont and enjoy your stay."
--Workampers Rich & Rosie

 My son and I had a very pleasant outing this weekend at your facility. The campgrounds were clean, the shower house was wonderful, and the lake was beautiful. Thanks again.
-- Richard and Billy Johnson, Green Country Fly Fisher

First, let me say thank you to the City of Altamont for maintaining this lovely campground!  We find it so peaceful and pleasant here.  I often brag about our good fortune in finding it while others at the worksite are complaining about their own campgrounds. We so appreciate the warm welcome we have received, and are enjoying the quiet tranquility of our time here. 
-- Workamper Cynthia & Patrick

Idle Hour Lake facility there is absolutely wonderful. While I was there at Amazon I told everyone I could that that is the place to stay while at Amazon.  I and all that stayed there were so impressed with the way we were taken care of. Anything from a broken breaker to security of the area,Charlie seemed to be there just when we needed him most. Thank You Charlie.
--Workamper Steve

CAMPING: 

9 camping slots available to reserve.
Electricity, Water, Wi-Fi, Sewer, Dumping Station, Fire Rings, Swing Sets,
and Picnic Tables available.
Pull Through: 78' long x 30' wide (15' rock & 15' grass)
Camping Slots 150' from Water Front
Shelter area with electricity available to reserve - $10 per day.

Reservations:  Call 620-784-5612 Monday ­ Friday, 8am-5pm.
 Call 620-784-5582 after hours.
 Or email to cityoffice@altamontks.com  

BATHHOUSE WITH SHOWERS OPEN NOW!

9 holes of Disc Golf & Horseshoe Pits

COME PLAY WITH US!
Built in a rustic, nature filled environment. 9 new DGA Mach II holes with grass tee boxes around the
Louie P. Gartner/ Idle Hour Lakes. Many trees, but yet open areas, one water hazard try if you will or opt to go around. Wind can be a factor. Two side slope holes.
Signs Restrooms Camping
<300 = 5
300-400 = 3
>400 = 1
Lake: Latitude: N 37 degrees 08.348 min Longitude: W 95 degrees 17.394 min
1st hole Latitude: N37 degrees 08.513 Longitude West 95 degrees 17.193

The following rules are hereby established concerning the use of the
Louis P. Gartner Recreation and Idle Hour Lakes. 
This Policy shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the
City of Altamont Lake Committee.

RULES & REGULATIONS:

1. Pets must be kept on a leash and the owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and properly disposing of the waste.

2. No wood is to be cut or used without permission, except wood, branches, and limbs which have fallen and or loose on the ground.  Camp fires must be extinguished by the person(s) starting the fire prior to leaving the campsite.  It shall be unlawful for any person, except duly authorized city employees to take, injure, or disturb any live tree, plant, shrub, or flower, or otherwise interfere with the natural state of city property – recreation area.

3. All motorized vehicles must be operated on roads only.  Vehicles may not be parked in any place that blocks or impedes traffic or on grass areas.

4. Campers or equipment may not be left unattended for more than 8 hours.

5. No camper may be left for more than 7 days at a time.  Upon the expiration of said 7 days the campers/residents must vacate the park and remain outside the park for at least 5 days.  At the expiration of 5 days they may again enter the park and remain for another 7 day period.

6. Price for RV hookup is $10.00 per day with electricity and water (for reservation or first come first serve). To reserve the shelter with electricity is $10.00.  A notice of 48 hours must be given for cancellation of reservations for full refund; if less that 48 hours notice is given, only half refund will be returned.  Primitive camping areas (no electricity) are free.

7. The speed limit in the park system of the Louis P. Gartner Recreation Area and Idle Hour Lakes is 15 miles per hour.

8. Quiet time will be from 10 p.m. until 8 a.m.  Please do not leave your generators running during this time.

9. The official time for payment begins at 6:00 p.m. each day.

10. A dump station is available at the Louis P. Gartner Recreation area located at the north entrance drive.

11. No trash shall be left at the campsites.  Place all trash in the dumpster.  The dumpster is located at the Shelter area.

12. Payments and reservations may be made at:

13. No bulk water is to be used by anyone unless they are camping.  Bulk water is limited to filling RV water storage only.

14. Absolutely no ATV’s allowed in the Louis P. Gartner Recreation Area and Idle Hour Lakes.

15.  The city may post such rules and regulations, as are approved by the governing body, pertaining to the use of the
Louis P. Gartner Recreation Area and Idle Hour Lakes in a conspicuous place in the park.  Actions in conflict with these posted rules shall constitute a violation and fines may apply and/or being banned from the park.

16.  This area is patrolled by the Altamont City Police Department.

17. The City of Altamont is not responsible for accidents, injury, theft of property, and etc.

Camping in 2008

FLY FISHING
Pictured are Dean Reed and Dennis Kidd
of the Green Country Flyfishers Club of Bartlesville, OK
enjoying a day of fly fishing.
www.greencountryflyfishers.com