PERRY STATE PARK
Perry State Park comprises two areas totaling 1,250 acres on the shores of Perry Reservoir in Jefferson County. With the 12,500-acre reservoir and an 11,000-acre wildlife area nearby, this state park is well-situated to accommodate any outdoor preference.
The park's four campgrounds provide 124 electric/ water campsites and 350 primitive campsites. Showers and toilets are conveniently located for all campers. A swimming beach and beach house serve summertime fun-seekers. Day-use areas of the park offer seven picnic shelters, three of which are available by reservation.
The marshes at Perry Wildlife Area provide early migrant bird hunting, and deep water areas supply late season mallard and diving duck hunting. In dry years, water is pumped to some of the area's 10 marshes to ensure adequate water levels. Whitetailed deer, cottontails, wild turkeys, coyotes, raccoons, and dove are common on the area.
Perry Reservoir is best known for its crappie and channel cat fishing. Best angling opportunities for crappie are in the Slough Creek, Rock Creek, and Old Town areas. The best areas for channel catfish are on mud flats in the upper end of the reservoir and in the Delaware River.
Impoundment Type: ReservoirSurface Acres: 11,630 acresMaximum Depth: 43 feetNormal Lake Level: 891.5 feetThe lake has Motor Boat Access
Fishing Population:Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Crappie, Flathead Catfish, Green Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, Sauger, Saugeye, White Bass, Walleye
Perry State Park is located near Lawrence, Topeka and Olathe
1. Perry State Park offers numerous picnic tables and grills for outdoor dining.
2. Shaded areas provide a cool spot to enjoy your meal.
3. There are open fields perfect for picnics with large groups or families.
4. Picnic shelters can be reserved in advance, ideal for events or gatherings.
5. Enjoy scenic views of the lake while you dine al fresco at this park.
The park offers diverse birding opportunities with over 300 species recorded. It features various habitats including woodland, grassland and wetlands attracting different types of birds. Birders can spot waterfowl, shorebirds during migration seasons along the lake's edge or in marshy areas. Wooded trails are ideal for spotting songbirds and raptors like hawks or owls.
Perry State Park Office5441 West Lake Rd.Ozawkie, KS 66070(785) 246-3449 (Park Office)(785) 945-6615 (Wildlife Area)(785) 273-6740 (Regional Office)Email Perry
FROM ST. JOSEPH, MO, ATCHISON, KS:
1. Take Hwy 159 (K-4) to K-92 go East approximately 2 miles, 2. Turn South on West Lake Rd. Go approximately 7 miles; park office will be on the right side of the road.
FROM HOLTON, KS:
1. Take Hwy 75 South to Topeka, exit on East Hwy 24, 2. Go approximately 15 miles 3. Turn North on Junction 237 and go approximately 3 miles 4. Park office will be on the left side of the road.
FROM TOPEKA, KS:
1. Go East on Hwy 24 turn North on Junction 237 2. Go approximately 3 miles; and the park office will be on the left side of the road.
GPS for Office parking lot: N39 08.658' W095 29.378