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Overlook (Ks)

Big Hill Lake — lakeside, fishing

Location: CHERRYVALE, KS, KS

Price: From $40 per night

Rating: 2 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Overlook Park is located on the crystal clear Big Hill Lake in southeast Kansas. The lake boasts three campgrounds, three equestrian trails and four day-use areas for the public to enjoy. Camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, fishing and other outdoor activities abound.This location has limited staffing.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/overlook-ks to be notified when sites open up.

Overlook is located on crystal clear Big Hill Lake in southeast Kansas, offering camping, fishing, hiking, and equestrian trail access including a 17-mile horse trail with varied terrain.

Wildlife alert: Virginia Opossum, Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo, Barred Owl, Fish Crow, Barn Swallow, Three-toed Box Turtle, Eastern Musk Turtle, Six-lined Racerunner

Insider tips for Overlook (Ks): Book early — this is a federal campground with only 3 tent sites No hookups available at sites Verify gate access before arrival during shoulder seasons

Skip Overlook (Ks) if: You need RV hookups — none are available. You're visiting November through April — seasonal closure. You require more than 3 total campsites available.

Best time to visit Overlook (Ks): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cherryvale Park (CHERRYVALE, KS), Cherryvale Horse Camp (KS), Timber Hill Park (Parsons, KS), 160 Horse Camp (KS).

Cell Phone Coverage at Overlook (Ks)

Cell signal at Overlook (Ks) (CHERRYVALE, KS): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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CHERRYVALE, KS, KS★ 2 (1 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Overlook Park is located on the crystal clear Big Hill Lake in southeast Kansas. The lake boasts three campgrounds, three equestrian trails and four day-use areas for the public to enjoy. Camping, picnicking, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, fishing and other outdoor activities abound.This location has limited staffing.

Best for:AnglersFamiliesSites:Tent
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups3 electric sites
ADA sites3 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — none are available✕ You're visiting November through April — seasonal closure✕ You require more than 3 total campsites available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 3 tent sites

No hookups available at sites

Verify gate access before arrival during shoulder seasons

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Virginia Opossum, Mexican Long-nosed Armadillo, Barred Owl, Fish Crow, Barn Swallow, Three-toed Box Turtle, Eastern Musk Turtle, Six-lined Racerunner

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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620-328-2050· Big Hill Lake
Getting there →

Take U.S. Highway 169 to Cherryvale, Kansas, and turn east onto Main Street. Continue through the town and turn right at the end of Main Street onto Olive Street. Go 1/2 a block and turn left onto County Route 5000. Proceed 4.5 miles to Big Hill Lake and follow signs to Overlook Park.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Big Hill Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Big Hill Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Overlook (Ks) cost per night?+
Overlook (Ks) costs $40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Overlook (Ks) open?+
Overlook (Ks) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Overlook (Ks) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Overlook (Ks)?+
Overlook (Ks) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Overlook (Ks)?+
Overlook (Ks) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Overlook (Ks)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Overlook (Ks) is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Overlook (Ks) open, and what are check-in times?+
Overlook (Ks) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$40 /night★ 2 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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How much does Overlook (Ks) cost per night?+
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Cherryvale Park

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