Pomona Lake is a 4,000-acre reservoir located in eastern Kansas, about 30 miles south of Topeka. The lake offers scenic beauty and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, with a landscape transitioning from tallgrass prairie to eastern woodlands. Pomona State Park, situated on the south shore, provides access to the lake with four boat ramps.

Paddlers can expect generally calm waters suitable for various watercraft. The lake is popular for fishing, with good opportunities to catch crappie, catfish, white bass, and wipers. Bald eagles are often seen perched in shoreline trees or soaring above the lake during winter months.

The park features over 3 miles of hiking trails, including the ADA-accessible Hedge-Wood Trail. Wildlife commonly spotted includes white-tailed deer, bobcats, coyotes, turkeys, and various waterfowl species. During migrations, paddlers may observe snow geese, Canada geese, buffleheads, goldeneyes, mergansers, and pelicans.

Facilities for paddlers include the Pomona Lake Marina, which offers rentals and a store. The Southwind Shelter House is available year-round for group gatherings. Campsites with showers are located in the Waucondah and Kansa campgrounds.

Paddlers should be aware of potential underwater hazards in the lake. While there are no specific designated paddling routes, the lake offers plenty of opportunities for exploration.

The lake has historical connections to the Santa Fe Trail. It was created in 1963 by damming Dragoon and 110 Mile Creeks, primarily for flood control purposes. The surrounding area features a mix of oak and hickory forests, as well as native grasslands managed for wildlife.