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Updated 10/30/2024:

NOTICE OF ADDRESS CHANGE EFFECTIVE JAN. 30, 2024: The official address for Meade State Park is now 12165 South V Road, Meade, KS 67864. This is the physical location of the park office. Please use the HWY 23 entrance to enter/exit the park.

CURRENT OFFICE HOURS:

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

FACILITY UPDATE: Water and electric are ON at the following utility campgrounds: Cedar, Sagebrush, and Cottonwood Campgrounds. Water/electricity has been shut off to the Lakeview Campground and will remain off until April 1. The shower house/bathroom facility connected to the park office on the south side of the lake is open and available for use 365/24/7. The North Shower house is now closed for the season. The East vault near the boat ramp will remain open through the winter. The West Vault near Sagebrush and the South Trailhead is closed for the season. 

RESERVATIONS: Nov. 1, 2024 marks the official end to the 2024 camping season. All campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis ONLY from Nov. 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025. Campsite permits may be purchased daily via the credit card machine at the self-pay station, or for multiple days at a time through the park office or by filling out a paper self-pay form. Pricing for individual campsites can be found on the sign at the self-pay station. Utility sites: $21.00/night X (#of nights) + $2.75 = TOTAL. Primitive Sites: $10.00/night X (#of nights) + $2.75 = TOTALA Kansas State Park Vehicle Pass is still required on ALL MOTORIZED VEHICLES entering the park. These are $5/day or $25/year (annual permits are good through Dec. 31, 2024.)

 Reservations for the 2025 camping season will open in December. Stay tuned for the date!

Please check out the park's Facebook page for the latest information: facebook.com/MeadeStatePark

WEST CAMPING AREA

Located 8 miles south and 5 miles west of the city of Meade on K-23

Meade State Park was originally carved out of the Turkey Track Ranch in 1927. The park rests in the high plains of southwest Kansas, just west of the Red Hills. Meade Lake has 80 acres of water and 440 surrounding acres of campsites and wildlife area. Fishing is allowed in the lake year-round with motorized boating restricted to fishing only and no wake speed. Bluegill, Channel Cat & Flathead Catfish, Trout, Saugeye, Crappie and Largemouth Bass are plentiful and provide excellent opportunities for the angler.

For nature lovers who like to identify various different trees, grasses, flowers and birds, a nature trail offers birding, biking, and hiking opportunities.

The 360-acre wildlife area offers good opportunities for dove and quail hunters. Deer, turkey, rabbit, and some waterfowl also inhabit the area and offer hunters an occasional mixed bag.

The Meade Fish Hatchery is located west of Meade Lake. Tours are available by appointment by calling 620-873-2701. The best times to see fish are April through June. Visit the hatchery website for more information. 

Phone:
Address:
12165 S. V RD
Meade,KS    67864
County/Counties:
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday 8 am - 4 pm

Park Office: 620-873-2572

Regional Office: (785) 628-8614

8 miles South, 5 miles West of Meade on Highway 23.

Park News - Updated: 04/15/2024

PLEASE USE THE ENTRANCE ON HIGHWAY K23 TO ENTER/EXIT THE PARK!  (37.162632, -100.438419) Google Maps and other mapping software will sometimes route people to the wrong location! 

 Check our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/MeadeStatePark  for the most updated office hour information. Any recent office closures will be listed near the top of the park's news feed. 

General Information
Phone:
Address:
12165 S. V RD
 
Meade, KS    67864
County/Counties:
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday 8 am - 4 pm

Park Office: 620-873-2572

Regional Office: (785) 628-8614

8 miles South, 5 miles West of Meade on Highway 23.


Special Regulations

Check with park office for any questions regarding special regulations.

Here is a complete list of Public Land Regulations or you can download the regulation summary.

History

Meade State Park was originally carved out of the Turkey Track Ranch in 1927. Meade State park rests in the High Plains of southwest Kansas, just west of the Red Hills, 8 miles south and 5 miles west of Meade on Highway 23. The state park and wildlife area comprise 803 acres of land and water.

Meade Areas

West
  • Camping Available: Yes
  • ADA Camping Available: Yes
  • Reservable Sites: Yes
  • Primitive Camping: 20
  • Water, Electric: 8
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East
  • Camping Available: Yes
  • ADA Camping Available: Yes
  • Reservable Sites: Yes
  • Primitive Camping: 9
  • Water, Electric: 8
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Campground


Meade Trails
SOUTH HIKING TRAIL
  • Trail Season: Year-around
  • Length of Trail: 0.5 mile(s)
  • Trail Activities: Walking
  • There is camping located near the trail
  • Location of Start: N37 10.240 W100 26.331

NORTH HIKING TRAIL
  • Trail Season: Year-around
  • Length of Trail: 0.5 mile(s)
  • Trail Activities: Walking
  • There is camping located near the trail
  • Location of Start: N37 10.219 W100 26.381
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    For nature lovers who like to identify various different trees, grasses, flowers and birds, a nature trail has been marked at the northwest corner of the lake.


Meade Calendar

    Email Meade State Park

    This form allows you to email Lake Meade State Park with any questions you might have about the State Park and its facilities. This includes season openings and closings, campsite reservations, special events, etc.