State Parks Near Atchison, Kansas
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Atchison, including 7 parks across the line in Missouri. The closest is Lewis and Clark State Park, about 5 mi east of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Lewis and Clark State Park5 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 73 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 5pets allowed
State parks near Atchison, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Atchison; driving distance is usually longer.
Lewis and Clark State Park
Things to do include mountain biking, biking, ranger programs, hiking, and picnicking. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Lewis and Clark State Park →Weston Bend State Park
Popular activities here are mountain biking, biking, ranger programs, picnicking, and hiking. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites with full hookups and tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Weston Bend State Park →Perry State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, hunting in season, biking, and hiking. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Perry State Park →Big Lake State Park
Popular activities here are boating, fishing, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Lake State Park →Clinton State Park
Visitors come for golf, disc golf, archery, biking, and wildlife watching. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Clinton State Park →Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site
The park supports historic sites and ranger programs.
Hours, fees and rules for Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site →Kaw River State Park
Things to do include mountain biking, biking, wildlife watching, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Kaw River State Park →Watkins Mill State Park
Things to do include mountain biking, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Watkins Mill State Park →Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites and ranger programs.
Hours, fees and rules for Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site →Wallace State Park
Visitors come for boating, fishing, ranger programs, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Wallace State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Atchison
- Lewis and Clark State Park 5 mi east · Campground listed
- Weston Bend State Park 18 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Perry State Park 35 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Big Lake State Park 38 mi north · Campground listed
- Clinton State Park 44 mi south · Campground listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Atchison
- Perry State Park 35 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Big Lake State Park 38 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Clinton State Park 44 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Atchison
- Lewis and Clark State Park 5 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Weston Bend State Park 18 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Big Lake State Park 38 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Watkins Mill State Park 48 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Wallace State Park 49 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Atchison
- Watkins Mill State Park 48 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Atchison
- Lewis and Clark State Park 5 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Weston Bend State Park 18 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Perry State Park 35 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Clinton State Park 44 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Kaw River State Park 48 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Atchison
- Big Lake State Park 38 mi north · Fishing listed
- Clinton State Park 44 mi south · Fishing listed
- Watkins Mill State Park 48 mi east · Fishing listed
- Wallace State Park 49 mi east · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Atchison
What is the closest state park to Atchison?
Lewis and Clark State Park is the closest, about 5 miles east of Atchison in a straight line. Next are Weston Bend State Park and Perry State Park.
How many state parks are near Atchison?
10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Atchison have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Lewis and Clark State Park, Weston Bend State Park and Perry State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Atchison?
Yes, at 5 parks, including Lewis and Clark State Park, Weston Bend State Park and Big Lake State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Atchison?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near St. Joseph, MO22 mi northeast
- Near Lawrence, KS42 mi south
- Near Kansas City, MO44 mi southeast
- Near Topeka, KS47 mi southwest
- Near Overland Park, KS52 mi southeast
- Near Maryville, MO56 mi north
- Near Manhattan, KS83 mi west
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.