Finney State Lake and Wildlife Area is located in Northeast Finney County approximately 8 miles north and 2 miles west of Kalvesta, Kansas. The property is managed as a combination wildlife and fishing area. Fishing opportunities only exist during high rain fall years. Located in the mixed grass prairie of west-central Kansas, the area sits along a tributary of the Pawnee River. Approximately 660 acres are in native grasses and, when there is adequate rain fall, approximately 120 acres of surface water. The remainder is cropland or food plots and riparian vegetation.

Starting in 2012 the lake bottom was developed into crop crop ground. Crops will be planted in the lake bottom that is not flooded.

Hunting

The entire property is open to public hunting. Finney Wildlife Area offers excellent populations of mule deer, white-tailed deer, pheasant, doves, cottontail rabbit, coyotes, raccoon, and, when water is present, ducks and geese. There is a small water hole located in the northern part of the property on the west side of the creek and trees.

Fishing

Although the area was specifically obtained to create fishing opportunities, water in the lake is totally dependent on runoff from the drainages above the lake. Therefore, there will be years when the lake is dry. However, when adequate water is available, the fishing at Finney can be exceptional. The water quality of this lake allows growth of largemouth bass, channel catfish, redear sunfish and blue-gill. If enough water is present, a boat ramp is available. Boats can only be used for fishing purposes.