Fishing & Boating Permits

Prior to Fishing in JCPRD Waters

2023 permits are available. Permits are valid from the date of purchase through Dec. 31, 2023. Please call 913-888-4713 with any questions. 

JCPRD fishing, boating, archery, and metal detecting permits can be purchased online - scroll down for details!

All permits are valid from issue date through through the end of the current year. These include fishing, boating, archery, metal detector, remote control vehicles, and other permits.

JCPRD Fishing Permit Requirements

All Johnson County, Kansas residents age 16 to 64 and all persons 16 years of age and older who do not live in Johnson County must possess a valid JCPRD fishing permit and a valid Kansas state fishing license.

JCPRD Trout Fishing Permit Requirements

All persons fishing for trout in JCPRD waters, regardless of age or residency, including children under the age of 15, must possess a valid JCPRD trout permit, in addition to applicable Kansas state fishing licenses and valid JCPRD fishing permits (see requirements above). This applies whether you intend to keep your catch (up to the posted limit of four trout daily) or release all trout you catch. Please note, a state trout stamp is not required to fish for trout in JCPRD waters and it is not a substitute for a JCPRD trout permit.

State License Requirements

All Kansas residents age 16 to 74 and all non-residents 16 years of age and older must possess a valid Kansas state fishing license. Kansas residents age 65 to 74 are required to obtain a Kansas state fishing license.

JCPRD Fishing, Trout, Boating & Archery Permit Purchasing Locations

LocationAddressPhone
JCPRD Administration Building7900 Renner Road, Shawnee Mission913-888-4713
Antioch Park Registration, Bldg. D6501 Antioch Road, Merriam913-831-3359
Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse9101 Nall Avenue, Prairie Village913-583-9985
Bass Pro Shop
12051 Bass Pro Dr., Olathe
913-245-5200
Scheels
6503 W. 135th St., Overland Park
913-897-3030
Walmart
1725 W. Santa Fe St., Gardner
913-884-8004
Walmart
13600 S. Alden, Olathe
913-829-4404
Walmart
395 N. K-7 Highway, Olathe
913-764-7150
Walmart7701 Frontage Rd., Overland Park
913-648-5885
Walmart11701 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park
913-338-2202
Walmart15700 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park
913-685-9959
Walmart16100 W. 65th St., Shawnee
913-268-3468
Walmart5701 Silverheel St., Shawnee
913-535-5120


JCPRD permits can be purchased online - scroll down for details.


To purchase a JCPRD permit over the phone with a credit card, call (913) 438-7275.  A receipt will be emailed to serve as a temporary permit and you will receive your physical permit by mail. 

For more information on JCPRD permits, call (913) 888-4713.


If you do not have a Kansas state fishing license, or need to renew your state license, please click here. You will be taken to Go Outdoors Kansas' website to process that transaction. 

JCPRD Waters



ParkAddressActivity
Antioch Park6501 Antioch Road, MerriamFish
Heritage Park16000 Pflumm Road, OlatheFish, Boat
Kill Creek Park11670 Homestead Lane, OlatheFish, Boat
Lexington Lake Park8850 Sunflower Road, De SotoFish, Boat
Meadowbrook Park9101 Nall Avenue, Prairie VillageFish
Mill Creek Streamway ParkMill Creek Streamway ParkEight access pointsFish
Shawnee Mission Park7900 Renner Road, Shawnee MissionFish, Boat, Archery
Thomas S. Stoll Park12500 W. 119th Street, Overland ParkFish

2023 Trout Stocking Dates - trout are stocked at Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek park lakes. Permit required, see below for pricing. 

Stock DateOpen DatePounds stocked - KCPPounds stocked - SMP
Wednesday, Feb. 22Saturday, Feb. 25 - siren start at 8 am1,6003,800
Friday, March 10Saturday, March 11 at 5 am6001,400
Wednesday, Oct. 25Saturday, Oct. 28 at 5 am1,0002,000

Combination Permit Fees

Fishing & Trout Permit Combination

Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchase Link
Ages 16 to 64

$30

$50

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Ages 65 years and older

$20

$50

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One-Day Permit

$10

$10

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Fishing & Boating Combination

Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchase Link
Ages 16 to 64

$30

$50

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Ages 65 and older

$15

$50

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One-Day Permit (Includes Trout)

$20

$20

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Fishing, Trout & Boating Combination

Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchase Link
Ages 16 to 64

$50

$80

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Ages 65 and older

$35

$80

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One-Day Permit

$20

$20

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Individual Permit Fees

Fishing Only Permits

Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchase Link
Ages 15 and under

No Charge

No Charge

No Purchase Necessary
Ages 16 to 64

$10

$20

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Ages 65 and older

No Charge

$20

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One-Day Permit - including Trout (16 and older)

$10

$10

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Trout Only Permits

Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchaseLink
Ages 15 and under

$15

$15

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Ages 16 and older

$20

$30

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Prior to Boating in JCPRD Waters

  • All watercraft (including sailboards, stand-up paddleboards, canoes, kayaks and multi-chambered inflatable boats, paddleboards, and rafts) used on JCPRD waters must have a valid JCPRD boating permit with sticker. (Exception: One day permits do not receive a sticker.)
  • All motor or wind driven watercraft must be registered with the state the boat is housed in and have a district boating permit.
  • Only electric motors all allowed to operate on the lakes at Shawnee Mission Park, Heritage Park, Kill Creek Park, and Lexington Lake Park. No gasoline motors may be used on JCPRD waters. 
  • Inflatable boats and watercraft must be puncture resistant and contain multiple air chambers. No air mattresses or single chambered inflatables may be used on the water.
  • Inflatable rafts and tubes designed for float fishing, wherein the seated or harnessed occupant is partly submerged, are deemed to be wading gear. 
  • Please be sure to review the Kansas State Laws for floatation devices.KS Life Jacket Requirements

Boating Only Permits

Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchase Link
Age 64 and under

$20

$30

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Age 65 and older

$15

$30

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One-Day Permit

$10

$10

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Archery Permits

A JCPRD archery permit is required for everyone 13 years of age and older. No permit is required for children 12 years of age and under, however, they must be accompanied by an adult who possesses a valid district archery permit. 

  • Broadhead points are prohibited
  • Crossbows are not allowed at the archery range

The archery range is a static range with six shooting lanes. Targets range from 20 yards (two lanes) and then in 10-yard longer increments out to 60 yards. Our target butts are Block Range 48’s. Butts are blank, please bring your own targets. 

  • Targets feature original, high contrast design made of unglued, layers of Compressed Friction Foam™ for arrow-stopping performance
  • Easy one-hand arrow removal
  • Target dimensions: 48" x 48" x 18"
Permit TypeResidentNonresidentPurchase Link
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One-day Permit$5$7button_buy-now Opens in new window

Overnight fishing begins after 11 p.m. The main gates into the parks will be open with access in the parks restricted to fishing areas only. Camping is prohibited. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. State fishing licenses and park permits are required per established regulations.

Shawnee Mission ParkHeritage ParkKill Creek ParkLexington Lake Park
May 6N/AN/AN/A
June 17June 3 June 10N/A
July 22N/AN/AJuly 8
Aug. 12N/AAug. 5N/A
N/AN/AN/ASept. 9


JCPRD has established the weekend of Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4, 2023 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in district parks. This will coincide with the state of Kansas' "Free Fishing Days" in State Parks. Fishing licenses have also been waived by the state of Kansas for this weekend, allowing fishing without a state license as well. Regular park hours for these days are 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. with the exception of Antioch Park, which closes at 10 p.m. and Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park and the Streamway Parks, which are open dawn to dusk. This is the only time each year license requirements are waived. JCPRD TROUT PERMITS ARE STILL REQUIRED IF FISHING FOR TROUT AT Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek Park Lakes. Fishing, boating, and archery permits will be waived on these days in the district parks where these activities are normally allowed as follows:

ParkPermits WaivedParkPermits Waived
ANTIOCH PARK
6501 Antioch, Merriam
FishingSTREAMWAY PARKS
Various Access Points
Fishing, Boating
KILL CREEK PARK
11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe
Fishing, BoatingTHOMAS S. STOLL MEMORIAL PARK 12500 W. 119th St., Overland ParkFishing, Boating
HERITAGE PARK
16000 Pflumm Rd., Olathe
Fishing, BoatingMEADOWBROOK PARK
9101 Nall Ave., Prairie Village
Fishing
SHAWNEE MISSION PARK
7900 Renner Rd., Shawnee/Lenexa
Fishing, Boating, ArcheryLEXINGTON LAKE PARK
9000 Sunflower Rd., De Soto
Fishing, Boating