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
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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 signal at Overlook (Ks) (CHERRYVALE, KS): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
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.
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.
Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
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
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.









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.
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