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.
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!
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN ONLINE OR THROUGH THE PHONE/OFFICE FROM NOV. 1, 2023 - MARCH 31, 2024: All sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
SEASONAL FACILITY CLOSURES: The North Shower/Bathroom located near Lakeview and Cedar Campgrounds is closed for the season. The West Vault toilet near Sagebrush and Larrabee Lane West campground is also closed for the season. Starting Nov. 1, all utilities (water and electricity) will be shut off to Lakeview Campground and will remain off through March 31, 2024.
SHOWERS/BATHROOMS ARE AVAILABLE 24/7 ON THE WEST END OF THE PARK OFFICE.
THE DUMP STATION IS AVAILALBE 24/7.
THE EAST VAULT TOILET IS OPEN 24/7 NEAR THE BOAT RAMP.
WATER WILL REMAIN ON THROUGH THE WINTER AT SAGEBRUSH, CEDAR AND COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUNDS: Please unhook from the water hydrant if temperatures are at or below freezing.
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.
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.
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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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.