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Hillsboro Cove

Marion, KS

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  • Operator:620-382-2101
  • Address:2105 N. PAWNEE · Marion, KS · 66861-9740
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Aug 8, 2026. Our copy is more than a month old — please reconfirm with the agency before relying on it.Spot an error in our data?

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About

Hillsboro Cove is a quiet little campground conveniently located off Highway 56 between the towns of Marion and Hillsboro. It's known for water front camping sites and readily acceessible boat ramp for fishermen. Recreation Popular activities include camping, boating, fishing and hunting. Anglers will find an abundance of Channel Catfish, Walleye, White Bass, Wipers, White Crappie and a boat ramp is provided at the campground for convenient access to the lake. Facilities The campground offers 51 individual sites and one group camping area with a large shelter. The group camping area holds up to 80 people. The individual sites have tables, grills, sun shelters, electric hookups, and a boat ramp. Natural Features Completed in 1968, Marion Reservoir encompasses 6,200 acres of water surrounded by 6,000 acres of public lands. The surrounding expanse of forest provides visitors with endless recreational activities, set against the backdrop of the sparkling lake. Nearby Attractions The nearby communities of Hillsboro and Marion offer additional tourist attractions. Both cities have a nationally recognized Art and Crafts show, as well as a variety of restaurants and shops. ADA Access: N

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Well reviewed4.1

187 camper reviews on Recreation.gov

Amenities

Showers
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Electric Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Firewood
Camp Store
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service

Cell reception

Camper reports · checked Sep 29, 2026

Good Coverage

Average 3.2 of 4 bars · 150 reports across 3 carriers

Uninterrupted voice connection; consistent but possibly weak/slow data service; rare and/or very small drop-outs at site/facility. Signal may not show as full-strength across site/facility. Slower social media photo/video upload speeds.

  • Verizon

    Good Coverage

    3.3/4

    103 reports

  • AT&T

    Good Coverage

    3.1/4

    24 reports

  • T-Mobile

    Good Coverage

    3.2/4

    23 reports

Reported by campers on Recreation.gov, not measured by us. Reception varies by handset, weather, and where you stand in the campground. Recreation.gov

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in 6:00 PM

Check-out 4:00 PM

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Reservations

This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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Individual Sites (53)

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#001

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Loop HCOV

Check official pricing Max 10 guests50 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#002

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Loop HCOV

Check official pricing Max 8 guests35 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#003

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Loop HCOV

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CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#004

004

Loop HCOV

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CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#005

005

Loop HCOV

Check official pricing Max 8 guests40 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#006

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Loop HCOV

Check official pricing Max 8 guests50 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
Reserve

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