State Parks Near Overland Park, Kansas
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Overland Park, including 7 parks across the line in Missouri. The closest is Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site, about 13 mi northeast of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site13 mi northeast
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 63 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Overland Park, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Overland Park; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →Hillsdale State Park
Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, disc golf, archery, and canoeing and kayaking. Its trail network totals roughly 48 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Hillsdale 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 →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 →Prairie Spirit Trail State Park
The park supports mountain biking, biking, wildlife watching, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Prairie Spirit Trail 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 →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 →Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site
The park supports hiking and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Battle of Island Mound State Historic Site →Battle of Lexington State Historic Site
Things to do include historic sites, ranger programs, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Battle of Lexington State Historic Site →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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Overland Park
- Hillsdale State Park 19 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Clinton State Park 36 mi west · Campground listed
- Weston Bend State Park 36 mi north · Campground listed
- Watkins Mill State Park 42 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Perry State Park 46 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Overland Park
- Hillsdale State Park 19 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Clinton State Park 36 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Perry State Park 46 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Overland Park
- Weston Bend State Park 36 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Watkins Mill State Park 42 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Lewis and Clark State Park 49 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Overland Park
- Watkins Mill State Park 42 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Overland Park
- Hillsdale State Park 19 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Clinton State Park 36 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Weston Bend State Park 36 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Prairie Spirit Trail State Park 36 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Watkins Mill State Park 42 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Fishing near Overland Park
- Hillsdale State Park 19 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Clinton State Park 36 mi west · Fishing listed
- Watkins Mill State Park 42 mi northeast · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Overland Park
What is the closest state park to Overland Park?
Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site is the closest, about 13 miles northeast of Overland Park in a straight line. Next are Hillsdale State Park and Clinton State Park.
How many state parks are near Overland Park?
11 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 Overland Park have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Hillsdale State Park, Clinton State Park and Weston Bend State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Overland Park?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Weston Bend State Park, Watkins Mill State Park and Lewis and Clark 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 Overland Park?
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 Kansas City, MO18 mi northeast
- Near Lawrence, KS31 mi west
- Near Atchison, KS52 mi northwest
- Near Topeka, KS55 mi west
- Near St. Joseph, MO61 mi north
- Near Sedalia, MO79 mi east
- Near Emporia, KS88 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.