Antioch Park is JCPRD's oldest and most popular park, attracting up to 700,000 visitors each year. Purchased in 1956 and opened in 1958, the 44-acre park includes amenities such as the two fishing lakes, walking paths, tennis courts, picnic shelters, basketball court, restrooms, the historic Dodge Town play area, and playground.

Park Shelters

Antioch Park features four shelters. The shelters are perfect for parties, family reunions, corporate events, and weddings! To ensure the use of a shelter, reservations are recommended.

For individual shelter details, view the Subfacilities section below.

To check availability or to reserve a shelter, call (913) 831-3359, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. or visit our  Registration Office in Antioch Park.

For additional information about renting a shelter visit the reservation and rentals page.

Lakes

Antioch Park offers two fishing lakes. The South Lake features two water fountains, walking stones through the pond, and a boardwalk. The North Lake has a wonderful wetlands feel. JCPRD fishing permits and state fishing licenses (per state regulations) are required before utilizing the lake. See below for requirements. 

Permits

For details about permit requirements, state licenses, or to see the latest fishing report, visit the permit information page.

Historic Dodge Town Play Area

Come play in the Wild West! Dodge Town features include the schoolhouse, bank, pony express, city hall with a clock tower, general store, blacksmith shop, faux horses and cows, and a train station, complete with a shaded seating for parents. The play area consists of two adjoining accessible playground areas.

Helen S. Cuddy Rose Garden

Featuring a fountain, gazebo, perennials, shrubs, ornamental grasses, bulbs, and an estimated 500 different roses, the rose garden is a lovely site for weddings.

Memorial Arboretum

Bordering the Helen S. Cuddy Rose Garden, the Memorial Arboretum offers quiet walkways for thoughtful and leisurely strolls.

Basketball, Bocce Ball & Tennis Courts

Antioch Park features two tennis courts, one bocce ball court, and one newly renovated full-length basketball court.

Vietnam Memorial

Honoring our Johnson County men and women who gave their lives or are still reported Missing in Action, our Vietnam Memorial was the first memorial in the metro area honoring those who served in the Vietnam War.

Park Police & Safety

In an emergency, dial 911.  To reach the Park Police dispatch, call (913) 782-0720.
For additional information and safety tips, visit JCPRD's Park Police page.