Exploring one of the 28 Kansas State Parks provides visitors an opportunity to see the natural beauty of this amazing state. The state parks system includes a rail trail, historic structures and events.
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26001 W 255th St. Paola, KS 66071
Hillsdale State Park offers a broad array of outdoor recreation opportunities in the rolling hills of eastern Kansas. Horseback riding is a popular activity with the Saddle Ridge Equestrian Area on the east side of the lake. An area just south of the dam is specially designated for radio-controlled model airplane flying.
Completed in 1982, the lake is one of the newest in the state park system. Fishing is allowed on all 51 miles of shoreline. Jayhawk Marina offers slip rentals, boat rentals, store, fuel, and other services and products.
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Exploring one of the 28 Kansas State Parks provides visitors an opportunity to see the natural beauty of this amazing state. The state parks system includes a rail trail, historic structures and events.
The Hillsdale Shooting Range and Training Facility includes a 100-yard rifle range, a 200-yard range, a 50-yard pistol range and a trap/skeet shooting range. hillsdalerange.org
Possibly the finest public shooting range in Kansas is just a short drive south of the Kansas City area in Hillsdale State Park. The range offers state of the art safety measures, trained supervision, and on-going maintenance and cleaning. The facility has 100 and 200-yard ranges…
The Jayhawk Marina is located in the Hillsdale State Park area at Hillsdale Lake,just minutes from the KC metro area. It is the only marina…
Great fishing available at this lake adjacent to the golf course.
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Do I need a permit to visit Hillsdale State Park?
You’ll need to purchase a Vehicle Permit for daily visits or have a valid State Park Passport.
A Camping permit is required for overnight stays. 14-Day, Seasonal, and Annual Camping Passes are also available online as well as at the State Park Offices.
Hillsdale Park Office - (913) 594-3600
Park PermitsWhere can I buy the permits needed to get into Hillsdale State Park?
Vehicle permits, camping, and utility permits are required year-round and are available online, from the office, or self-pay station.
Hillsdale Park Office - (913) 594-3600
Purchase PermitsDo you have to pay to get into Hillsdale State Park?
Are dogs allowed at Hillsdale State Park?
Yes, all pets must always be restrained by a camper, cage, hand-held leash, or tethered chain no longer than 10 feet. They are not allowed on swimming beaches or swimming areas that are delineated by buoys or other markers or in public buildings or structures. Dogs participating in authorized activities or assisting the visually or hearing impaired are not subject to these restrictions.
Park RulesCan I fish at Hillsdale State Park?
Yes, fishing is permitted at Hillsdale State Park. Questions pertaining to fishing should be directed to the Hillsdale Park Office - (913) 594-3600.
Fishing LicenseCan I hunt at Hillsdale State Park?
Questions pertaining to hunting and the wildlife area should be directed to the Hillsdale Park Office - (913) 594-3600
Hunting LicenseCan I fly a drone at Hillsdale State Park?
Drone flying is only permitted in some designated areas at some State Parks. Please contact the Hillsdale Park Office at (913) 594-3600 for more information on whether or not drone flying is permissible.
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