How much does it cost to camp at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

Camping at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park can cost between $12.00 and $23.00 depending on the site.

Does Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

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Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park

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**COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY, SUCH AS THE RENTING OF SITES AND RESELLING SAID RESERVATION, IS OCCURRING ON STATE PARK PROPERTY THAT IS AGAINST AGENCY REGULATIONS. KDWPT REGULATION K.A.R. 115-8-19 STATES THAT NO PERSON SHALL ADVERTISE, ENGAGE IN, OR SOLICIT ANY BUSINESS, OR MAKE A CHARGE FOR ANY EVENT OR SERVICE EXCEPT AS AUTHORIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT-ON-DEPARTMENT LANDS AND WATERS. PERSONS OR BUSINESSES FOUND TO BE ENGAGING IN THIS ACTIVITY CAN BE TICKETED RESULTING IN A COURT APPEARANCE AND RELATED FINES/COSTS.**

CAMPSITES Holiday Minimum Stay Rule: Memorial Weekend 4 night minimum May 22, 23, 24, 25; July 4th Weekend 3 night minimum July 3, July 4, July 5; Labor Day weekend 3 night minimum Aug 29, Aug 30, Aug 31. CABIN Holiday Minimum Stay Rule for 2025 holidays are: Memorial Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun May 23, 24, 25; July 4th holiday is Fri/Sat July 4, 5; Labor Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun Aug 29, 30, 31. CABIN Holiday Minimum Stay Rule for 2026 holidays are: Memorial Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun May 22, 23, 24; July 4th holiday is Fri/Sat July 3, 4; Labor Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun Sept 4,5, 6

Saddle Ridge Campground is for horse campers only. For reservations please call the Saddle Ridge Camp Host Station at 913-594-3600 (answering machine).

Additional tents may require an additional $10.00 per night fee at check-in.

Saddle Ridge Campground is located near Paola, Kansas, featuring flat terrain with grasslands and scattered trees. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore Hillsdale Lake for fishing and boating or visit the Louisburg Cider Mill for local treats.

Description

Army Corps of Engineers

Hillsdale Recreation Area

Water, Electric: 22

Primitive Campsites: 12

Other Information: Saddle Ridge equestrian area has approximately 32 miles of marked trails available to horseback riders and trail users. Sites are reservable at reserveamerica.com 2 days in advance of arrival.

Conveniently located south of the Kansas City Metro Area, one of Kansas’ newest reservoirs awaits visitors to its more than 12,000 acres of park and wildlife area. Completed in 1982, more than 70 percent of the standing timber was left in the reservoir basin to provide fish habitat. Walleye, catfish, largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill are abundant. Approximately 4,500 acres of water and 51 miles of shoreline are open to fishing. Roughly 7,000 acres are open to hunting at Hillsdale within the wildlife area and state park.

Common wildlife includes whitetail deer, bobwhite quail, squirrel, rabbit, beaver, muskrat, and a variety of waterfowl. Birdwatchers will see bald eagles, shorebirds, finches, warblers, sparrows, and hawks.

The Saddle Ridge equestrian area on the east side of the reservoir has about 32 miles of marked trails available to horseback riders.

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Location

Saddle Ridge Campground — Hillsdale State Park is located in Kansas

Directions

**From the South and West:** Take I-35N towards Kansas City. Take the KS-68 exit toward Ottawa/Louisburg. Turn right onto KS-68. Turn Left onto Osawatomie Rd. 3 miles to Hillsdale State Park. **From the North and East:** Take I-35S. Take the US-169 S, exit 215 towards Paola. Turn left onto US-169S. Take the 255th Street ramp. Turn right onto W. 255th St. 3.3 miles to Hillsdale State Park.