Natural swimming hole
Shawnee Mission Park Beach
Lake · Kansas
About this swimming hole
Shawnee Mission Park Beach is a staffed swimming beach on the 120-acre lake inside Johnson County's 1,756-acre Shawnee Mission Park, the most visited park in Kansas. JCPRD says the beach was named the best beach in Kansas by Money Magazine, and a new beach house opened in 2018. The lakefront beach has a large swim area, a sand volleyball court, concessions, and restrooms.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | Daily beach admission: $5-$7 for Johnson County residents and $7-$9 for non-residents, by age (per JCPRD) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Seasonal, late May to early August: Mon/Wed/Fri 12:00-4:00 p.m., Tue/Thu 12:00-5:00 p.m., Sat/Sun 12:00-6:00 p.m. (per JCPRD) |
| Parking | Park lots inside Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Rd, Shawnee |
| Amenities | swim beach, beach house, concessions, restrooms, sand volleyball court, lifeguards |
| County | Johnson County |
| Nearest town | Shawnee |
| Safety notes | Lifeguards on duty during beach hours; only U.S. Coast Guard-approved flotation devices allowed and no rafts or inflatables; no pets at the beach; patrons under 12 must be accompanied by an adult |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Shawnee Mission Park Beach?
Yes — Shawnee Mission Park Beach is listed as a natural swimming spot in Kansas. Heads-up: Lifeguards on duty during beach hours; only U.S. Coast Guard-approved flotation devices allowed and no rafts or inflatables; no pets at the beach; patrons under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Shawnee Mission Park Beach require reservations?
No reservations are required at Shawnee Mission Park Beach based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Shawnee Mission Park Beach?
Reported fee info: Daily beach admission: $5-$7 for Johnson County residents and $7-$9 for non-residents, by age (per JCPRD). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Shawnee Mission Park Beach?
The best season is typically June-August.