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Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest)

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Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) gives you public access to the water on Hillsdale Lake in Paola, KS. The map data shows 10 launch lanes, which helps on busy weekends. It's about 17 miles from Olathe, KS, as the crow flies. The next public ramp is Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest 2) in Paola, about under 1 mile away.

TypePublic boat ramp
AddressPaola, KS
WaterHillsdale Lake
ParkHillsdale State Park
Ramps10 launch lanes in the map data
Launch feenot in our data, check the signs at the launch
Get directions View on the map
Illustration: a quiet single-lane boat access on a forested lake at golden hour
Illustration only. Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) itself may look different.

Tips for Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest)

Closures and rules for Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest): Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks.

Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer, plus ramp etiquette.

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About Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest)

Where is Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest)?

Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) is in Paola, Kansas. Open the map link to see where Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) sits on the shore.

Which lake or river does Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) access?

It gives you access to Hillsdale Lake.

Is Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) free?

Our data does not say whether Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest) charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.

Can paddlers use Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest)?

Yes in most cases. At busy times, wait for a gap between trailers at Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest).

What other boat launches are near Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest)?

Hillsdale State Park Slipway (Northwest 2) in Paola (under 1 mile), Hillsdale State Park Boat Ramp in Paola (under 1 mile) and Wade Branch Wildlife Area - Hillsdale Lake in Paola (1.6 miles).

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