| Antioch Park
is Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s oldest park.
Purchased in 1956 and opened in 1958, the park was rededicated in
2005 following infrastructure improvements, facility upgrades and
lake and wetland enhancements. The forty four acre park features new
or updated amenities such as two fishing lakes, walking path, tennis
courts, picnic shelters, basketball courts, restrooms, playground,
paved parking, and cook out grills. Antioch Park has remained one
of JCPRD’s most popular park, attracting up to 700,000 visitors
each year.

Antioch Park Shelters
To insure the use of a shelter, reservations are recommended.
Antioch Park is equipped with 4
multi-functional shelters available throughout the year for gatherings
including weddings, graduations, corporate
events, and birthdays.
For details about all JCPRD shelters, including Antioch Park, view
our JCPRD Park Shelter
Info. Chart.
Patrons can reserve shelters by walk-in or by phone. For additional
details visit our Reservation and
Rentals page. To inquire or to reserve a shelter, visit our Registration
Office in Antioch Park or contact us Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.
- 4:00 p.m. at (913) 831-3359.
Note: During your event, please have a copy of your reservation form
available.
JCPRD Park Police and Park Safety
If safety issues arise, contact the JCPRD
Park Police by calling (913) 782-0720. If you’re contacting the Park Police to resolve a conflict related to a shelter reservation, please be sure to have your copy of the reservation with you.
Antioch Park North and South Fishing Lakes
Antioch Park offers two beautiful fishing lakes for your
fishing enjoyment. State license
and District permits are NOT required for youth 15 and under or
seniors 65 and older. A Kansas state fishing license and a Johnson
County Park and Recreation District permit are required for Johnson
County residents 16-64 years of age and ALL non-residents 16 years
of age and older.
Antioch Park Renovated Dodge Town Play Area
For generations Dodge Town in Antioch Park has been one of the most
popular play areas in Johnson County. Dodge Town and the adjoining
playground are accessible and have recently been fully renovated and
updated.
Antioch Park Helen Cuddy Rose Garden
This is a lovely site for almost any weddings.
If you need an alternate site, you may also reserve a shelter for
your wedding. All reservations are non-refundable. For more information
about the Helne Cuddy Roase garden visit our Gardens
and Habitats page. Please use birdseed or bubbles on your
special day. Rice is harmful to the wildlife.
Antioch Park Memorial Arboretum
The memorial arboretum borders the Helen Cuddy Rose Garden. Its walkways
allow a quiet place for thoughtful and leisurely strolls. In memory
of loved ones, relatives and friends can make contributions for plantings
of trees to the arboretum. It is not available for weddings.
Antioch Park Basketball and Tennis Courts
Antioch Parks features two tennis courts and one full length basketball
court. The courts are located near the south entrance at 67th and
Antioch Road.
Antioch Park Vietnam Memorial
The Memorial honors Johnson County men and women who gave their lives
or are still reported Missing In Action. It is the first memorial
in the metro constructed to honor those who served in the Vietnam
war.
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To check for possible
park or trail closings please call the 24-Hour Park Information
Line at (913) 312-8833.
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