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Scott Creek 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

**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.

Scott Creek Campground is located near Paola, Kansas, featuring flat terrain with grass and scattered trees. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Nearby, Hillsdale Lake offers opportunities for fishing and boating, while Hillsdale State Park provides trails for hiking and wildlife observation.

Description

Hillsdale Recreation Area

Scott Creek Campground features 60 campsites all with water and electricity. Sites 21,33 and 60 are 50 amp sites. Reservations can be made 2 days in advance at reserveamerica.com. There are two shelters available for campers to use on a first come first serve basis. Scott Creek has a vault toilet but no shower house. Camp Hosts and self-pay stations are available at each campground.

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Location

Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park is located in Kansas

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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.

Address

26001 W. 255th Street
Paola, KS 66071

Coordinates

38.658457469999995 N
94.93138297 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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2 Reviews

Dan & Penny F.
Reviewed Apr. 3, 2022

2022 Camping kickoff on April Fools Day

Cool weekend at a great lake right before things turned green. Closed last year to redo the electric, enjoyed Site 181 at Scott Creek, west side of Hillsdale Lake.

Still a little cool and gray, but nice 60 degree weekend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

Camping at Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park can cost between $10.00 and $23.00 depending on the site.

Does Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park have RV hookups?

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

What is the max vehicle length at Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park allows vehicles up to 100 feet.

Are fires allowed at Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

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

Does Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park?

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

How hard is it to get a campsite at Scott Creek 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 Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Scott Creek Campground — Hillsdale State Park, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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