Presents
Midwest Slope Challenge 2025
May 15 - 17, 2025
Check-in starts on Wednesday, May 14th
Find Mark Dennis on the hill or at 7:00pm
in the K-18 Cafe in Lucas, Kansas
Thacker Cottages
Two complete homes in Lucas that hold up to 7 people. Perfect if you have an entourage. Call (785) 525-7739.
"The Roost" - Luray, Kansas
When you are too tired to go, come on in to roost. Small house that can sleep 6. Fully equipped house with w/d. Call Marita and Bob Cederberg at (785) 698-2459 or email at mrcederberg@earthlink.net.
Woody House Bed & Breakfast - Lincoln
(785) 524-4744 For more details go to www.bbonline.com/ks/woodyhouse
Camping
Lots of camping around the lake with some areas having trailer connections
The Corps of Engineers operates 2 sites - Right below the dam in the Sylvan Park AREA and at the marina area in MINOOKA PARK - (785)-658-2551 Click here for more info
The state has camping and cabins available in the OTOE and HELL CREEK AREA and camping in the LUCAS PARK AREA (785)-658-2465 Click here for more info
Simple Haven Bed & Breakfast - Wilson
Another classy place, 7 miles from the lake, Tea & cookies and breakfast included. Call for details (785) 658-6814 or go to their website: www.simplehavenbandb.com
Smokey Hills Cabin
Sylvan Grove, it is a family cabin now rented out to hunters, fishermen, and visitors. This is about 8 miles from the lake. Info on the web at: www.smokyhillscabin.com or call (316) 943-5058 or (253) 380-3398 or email: j.m.richards@comcast.net.
Sportsman's Lodge - Wilson
This is a single unit with 4 - 6 beds and cooking facilities. Call (785) 658-2424.
Set In Stone Cabin And RV Park - Lucas, Kansas
Quiet, comfortable lodging for the overnight guest. Set In Stone Cabin microwave, fridge, and a large 3/4 bathroom. Directions: Travel north from exit 206 off Interstate 70 along the Post Rock Scenic Byway to the Junction of Highway 232 and Highway 18, Lucas, Kansas at 647 East 1st Street. Contact: Dr. Christina Denslow
Phone: (785) 337-3790
Email: setinstonelucas@gmail.com
Website: www.set-in-stone.net
Motels In Russell (25 miles West)
Russell's Inn: (785) 483-2107
Americ Inn: (785) 483-4200
Days Inn: (785) 483-6660
Super 8: (785) 483-2488
Post Rock Hotel - Lincoln
This is the closest "traditional" motel to the site, 24 miles. Individual units with bath, phone and TV. Located next to highway K-18. Single, double, and some rooms with 3 beds, (800) 770-7047 or (785) 524-4424.
Midland Railroad Hotel
Welcome to the wonderful Midland Railroad Hotel. You will find it a delightful blend of historic charm and modern convenience - a place welcoming weary travelers and comfort seekers for over 100 years. On Tuesday through Saturday the Sample Room Tavern is open from 5pm to 9pm. Friday and Saturday come in for dinner or to have a drink in from 5pm to 10pm. A separate BBQ restaurant owned by the hotel is next door on the property. Contact us at (785) 658-2284 or email: manager@midlandrailroadhotel.com. Address: 414 26th Street, Wilson, KS 67490.
Lazy Cedars - Luray, Kansas
This is a three bedroom house in Luray which is about 15 miles from the lake and 8 miles from Lucas. The peaceful house is on land which is preserved for hunting. Wood burning stove and equipped kitchen. Non-hunter reduced rates. Contact Joann and Mark Paschal at (866) 564-6419 or email at paschal@gorhamtell.com
Cedar Ridge Cabins
There are rental cabins with a beautiful view overlooking the Wilson State Park area. About 100 yards south of the Hell Creek State Park entrance, make a right on the gravel road and drive vertically, or so it seems. With the right wind, you could fly slope from your deck! Single Bedroom - $110 per night, Two Bedroom $125 per night, both are less for extended stays. (785) 623-3937.
House In Lucas
Furnished house in Lucas, just down the street from Garden of Eden, Contact Bill Harlow at (785) 525-7725.
House in Sylvan Grove
Lovinhunt Jone's house 2 bedrooms fully equipped in Sylvan Grove 8 miles from Wilson Lake. Contact Mark & Coleen Lovin at (785) 525-6366 or (800) 290-1582.
LODGING
Lucas, Kansas is the focal point for this event. A number of sites exist in close proximity to the City of Lucas. The "Primary" sites are surrounding Wilson Lake approximately 10 miles south of Lucas on Hwy.232.