Meade State Park
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.
Park Office: 620-873-2572
Regional Office: (785) 628-8614
8 miles South, 5 miles West of Meade on Highway 23.
Starting Nov. 1 through April 15, a valid trout permit and a Kansas state fishing license is required for ANY angler (INCLUDING YOUTH) who are pursuing or possessing trout. Trout permits for adults and youth may be purchased online at KSHuntFishCamp.com or through the park office. The daily creel limit is 5 trout/day. A trout permit is NOT required for any angler who is NOT fishing for trout and does not plan to possess any trout. A valid Kansas state fishing license is required to fish at Meade SFL for any Kansas resident angler between 16 and 74 years of age and ALL nonresident anglers aged 16 and above. UPDATES ON TROUT STOCKING WILL BE POSTED ON THE PARK'S FACEBOOK PAGE www.facebook.com/MeadeStatePark
Here is a complete list of Public Land Regulations or you can download the regulation summary.
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.
- Camping Available: Yes
- ADA Camping Available: No
- Reservable Sites: Yes
- Primitive Camping: 2
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- Camping Available: Yes
- ADA Camping Available: Yes
- Reservable Sites: Yes
- Primitive Camping: 20
- Water, Electric: 8
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- Camping Available: Yes
- ADA Camping Available: Yes
- Reservable Sites: Yes
- Primitive Camping: 9
- Water, Electric: 8
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- Camping Available: No
- ADA Camping Available: No
- Reservable Sites: No
- Primitive Camping: 2
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- Camping Available: Yes
- ADA Camping Available: No
- Reservable Sites: Yes
- Primitive Camping: 5
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- Camping Available: No
- ADA Camping Available: No
- Reservable Sites: No
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- 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
- 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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- Kayak Safety Course 06/10/2023
- Archery Clinic/Fun Day 06/17/2023
- Movie Night 06/17/2023
- Movie Night 07/01/2023
- Kayak Safety Course 07/22/2023
- Park Party 08/05/2023
- Movie Night 08/05/2023
- Joe Robertson Memorial Car Show 09/16/2023
- Halloween in the Park 10/14/2023
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.