About Antioch Park

Antioch Park is Johnson County Park & Recreation District’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 two fishing lakes, walking path, tennis courts, picnic shelters, basketball court, restrooms, playground, paved parking, and charcoal grills.

Park Police & Safety

In an emergency dial 911.  To reach the Park Police Dispatch, call 913-782-0720.
Learn more about the Park Police and tips on staying safe!

Park Shelters

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

View the shelters at this park below. For additional information about renting a shelter visit our reservation and rentals page, and for a list of each shelter’s amenities, view our Shelter Information Chart (PDF).

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.

Lake

Two beautiful fishing lakes. JCPRD fishing permits and state fishing licenses (per state regulations) are required before fishing. See below for requirements.

Fishing Requirements / Report

• District fishing permits (Required*)
• State License (Required*)
• Fishing Report (PDF)

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, it is a lovely site for weddings. Visit Gardens and Habitats for details.

Memorial Arboretum

Bordering the Helen S. Cuddy Rose Garden, these walkways offer a quiet place for thoughtful and leisurely strolls. Visit Gardens and Habitats for details. 

Basketball, Bocce Ball & Tennis Courts

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

Vietnam Memorial

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

Park or Trail Closings

Visit the Rainouts & Temporary Closures page for park and trail closure information or call 913-686-6220 x 1 for park closure information.