Thousand Hills State Park

Category: State park

Address: 20431 MO-157, Kirksville, MO 63501, USA

Phone: +16606656995

Reviews

Tracy Daugherty

Aug 4, 2022

Fun place to go and enjoy nature whenever you can. If you're walking on trails be sure to spray yourself for ticks as they are quite thick out there. Excellent fishing spots, plenty of places to picnic and relax, and even a spot to take a dip and cool off.

James Byers

Jun 28, 2022

It’s a beautiful park with boating access, it’s also a great place to fly drones, Quadcopters.The Rangers are very nice and professional. The scenery has such beauty. You’ll have the ability to capture gorgeous and breathtaking images. Sky-high Productions llc

Elmer Orf

Jun 16, 2022

The weather of the day I visited was perfect for walking the trails, though I wasn't able to get to all of them. Very pretty setting. I'd be very excited to return during autumn.

Lowell Miller

Mar 31, 2022

Very nice Campground. Some of the sites have steep hillside terrain. At some of the fire pits it can be difficult to sit around the fire without tipping your chair over.

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Questions & Answers

Can we swim here?

EPiX STINGRAY | May 18, 2018
Emily Burke | May 19, 2018

The swim beach is open Memorial Day to Labor Day. There are also swim coves with floating docks. Inquire at the marina for more info + maps!

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Can I wear a swimsuit ( speedo )

Patrick mcnitt Jr. | May 17, 2021
Kyle Beeson | May 18, 2021

Sure, but WHY?

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Can you harvest morel mushroom in the Thousand Hills State Park?

Jeff Romine | May 18, 2019
Bill Sweitzer | May 19, 2019

Yes, it might take some trekking to find them since I'm sure the locals know the honey holes but it could be worth it to try.

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Can u use a jet ski and what do u need to ride one?

yeager master | May 18, 2019
Suzann Yelton | May 19, 2019

No, illegal, but you can use them in Macon at Long Branch.

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Can we make a grill here? If yes, what do we have to take with us from home ?

Jade MARCEAU | May 18, 2019
Marie Cribb | May 19, 2019

There are fire pits with grills at each cabin and campsite.

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Can you hunt here

Justin Theis | Nov 18, 2021
Gerry Thompson | Nov 19, 2021

They do open it up for special hunting day for herd control but you must sign up for it when they do that. Otherwise, no hunting.

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How is the fishing? Is there yellow perch?

sherry copher | Nov 18, 2021
Larry Fox | Nov 19, 2021

I was just there for food and drinks

RV spots open for walk in on a Monday would you think?

Jon Nadler | Oct 19, 2021
Mary Stuart | Oct 20, 2021

Yes most likely. They have 2 campgrounds. Campground 1 is pretty big but will close for the season soon.

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What do you do with old floats when replacing new ones.

Fleta Michael | Aug 20, 2021
Harriet Taylor | Aug 21, 2021

Call the marina. It is listed if you Google Thousand Hills. I am a frequent visitor, not an employee.

What kind of fish and does it have a boat ramp to put inn

Tim Rogers | May 17, 2021
Colton Mitchell | May 18, 2021

Not sure on the fish, but yes there is a boat ramp

Are there RV hookups?

Recording life | May 17, 2020
Ken Magers | May 18, 2020

Yes there are electric. There are water hydrants every so often if you're lucky you can park close to one and use it to fill up your tank. The drain your sewer there's one drain spot the most people use it on their way out.

Is it open to Archery hunting in fall?

Joe Jurek | May 17, 2020
Dee Slaughter | May 18, 2020

Thousand Hill restaurant is open normal evening hours in fall. The last I knew they use to close in Jan & Feb for a few weeks but since under new Mgmt not sure if they still close after Christmas holidays. But they are open for dinner in fall.

Can pets go too

Addie Ellis | May 17, 2020
Charla Golden | May 18, 2020

Yes

When camping, what time is check out time?

Kathleen Kimmel | May 17, 2020
Don Plata | May 18, 2020

2pm

Can you can there with tent

Barb Casey | May 17, 2020
Randy Eide | May 18, 2020

Like Yusuf says, I have seen several tents in the campgrounds. Campground 2 has a walking path to the beach, Marina and restaurant.

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Are leashed dogs allowed on the swimming beach or are there areas of shoreline aside from the beach a dog could wade in the water?

Michelle Mcclure | May 17, 2020
Don Plata | May 18, 2020

No dogs allowed on the beach

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What size motors are allowed for boats (Bass boats)?

Larry Burton | May 18, 2019
Harriett Binding | May 19, 2019

Yes to bass boats.

Which campsite numbers are full hookup?

Kim Odom | May 18, 2019
Harriett Binding | May 19, 2019

Call the park office. They can give that info

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Is the swimming open on Labor Day or does it close on Labor Day?

Alexandra Camberos | May 18, 2019
Stanley Brown | May 19, 2019

I think, it's open today for the last day, but I'm not 100% sure

How old do you have to be to kayak?

Erica Treasure | May 18, 2019
Ghost Of Goat | May 19, 2019

Maybe 14 not to sure I think anyone should be able to use any water vessel of anykind

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How much for kayaking? And what are the hours?

Erica Treasure | May 18, 2019
Jennifer Gardner | May 19, 2019

I don't know. Look up the numbers for there and call. There is a little shop the rentals go through I think.

Are the sites pretty much self sufficient (divided by trees or brush) or are they close together?

Joanie Kennedy | May 18, 2019
Chris Long | May 19, 2019

Its a mix but most lots have pleanty of space. Their are a few that are close. Most lots have mature trees and provide a decent amount of shade.

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Can you ride your atvs

Sarah Eagle | May 18, 2019
Stanley Brown | May 19, 2019

Not on the trails. Bikes and hiking only

What is the latest we can make a reservation for camping site?

Terra Rust | May 18, 2019
Chris Long | May 19, 2019

Day before. Can call or reserve online

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What type of firewood is prohibited from campers bringing in to camping sites?

Terra Rust | May 18, 2019
Ghost Of Goat | May 19, 2019

No no local wood. Try to gather wood around the campsite of which you are around.

What time does the swimming area close?

Tiffany Hodges | May 18, 2019
Stanley Brown | May 19, 2019

Ummm I think they lock the gate to the beach at 8 the rest of the area os open until 10

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Is there any larger cabins at thousand suitable for 14 to 16 people?

Audrey Dent | May 18, 2018
Splintered Spool | May 19, 2018

They are set up like a hotel room with two double or queen beds. There is some etra floor space, but that size group would not be comfortable. You can rent both sides of the cabin, and probably make something more workable. The bathrooms are also quite small.

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Any horseback riding?

Sharon Shaw | May 18, 2018
John Spomer | May 19, 2018

I'm sure it's probably allowed, but there are no specific horseback riding facilities, nor horses on the premises.

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When is the last day to swim at the lake beach?

Kelley Zahringer | May 18, 2018
Heather Lay | May 19, 2018

Labor day

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Do they charge for csmping?

brent scott | May 18, 2018
Heather Lay | May 19, 2018

Yes they charge for both. It's cheaper to go u and get it. But to guarantee your spot it's best to do it online.

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