Overview West Rolling Hills is a comfortable campground with a site layout that maximizes views of the sparkling Milford Lake. An expanse of 33,000 acres surrounding the lake is public, protected land that's home to an array of wildlife. It's also an ideal setting for outdoor recreation like hiking, swimming, hunting a…
Overview West Rolling Hills is a comfortable campground with a site layout that maximizes views of the sparkling Milford Lake. An expanse of 33,000 acres surrounding the lake is public, protected land that's home to an array of wildlife. It's also an ideal setting for outdoor recreation like hiking, swimming, hunting and driving off-road vehicles. Click here for the Milford Lake Virtual Tour. Recreation Activities include boating, swimming, fishing, hunting, hiking, wildlife viewing and biking. Nearly 70% of the land resources are available for public hunting. Facilities This class A campground has modern conveniences like showers and flush toilets. Most of these sites have electric and water hookups, as well. The Thunderbird Marina is an easy starting point for a day on the lake, while an on-site playground provides fun for families. Natural Features Milford Lake is fed by the Republican River and stands as the largest man-made lake in Kansas, with a surface area of 15,700 acres and 163 miles of shoreline. Nearby Attractions The Milford Nature Center and Fish Hatchery is nearby, below the dam and a golf course is adjacent to the nature center.
Photos
Roading leading into West Rolling Hills — Photo by Cody ThompsonFish cleaning station at West Rolling Hills — Photo by Cody ThompsonA section of West Rolling Hills tent loop — Photo by Cody ThompsonWest Rolling Hills Field — Photo by Cody ThompsonRoad around the tent loop of West Rolling Hills — Photo by Cody ThompsonWest Rolling Hills Loop A — Photo by Cody ThompsonWests Rolling Hills directions sign — Photo by Cody ThompsonWest Rolling Hills Showerhouse — Photo by Cody ThompsonLooking back at Loop A from the primitive sites in West Rolling Hills — Photo by Cody ThompsonRoad leading to the primitive sites of Loop A — Photo by Cody ThompsonWest Rolling Hills Volunteer Booth — Photo by Cody ThompsonWest Rolling Hills Loop A Road — Photo by Cody Thompson
How to Get There
Take I-70 to exit 290, then 5 miles to 244, then east 1/2 mile to park entrance.
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
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Dry bags for electronics
Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to WEST ROLLING HILLS
Heading to WEST ROLLING HILLS? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for WEST ROLLING HILLS?
No central reservation system listed for WEST ROLLING HILLS. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233608) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to WEST ROLLING HILLS?
Take I-70 to exit 290, then 5 miles to 244, then east 1/2 mile to park entrance.
