One of the newest parks in the state, Hillsdale provides a much-needed retreat for urban dwellers. Located about 25 miles southwest of Kansas City, opportunities abound for anglers, boaters, campers, naturalists, hikers, horseback riders, photographers, picnickers, and anyone looking for a break from the bustle of the city. Situated in the transition zone between tallgrass prairie and mixed hardwood forests, Hillsdale offers a great diversity of plant and animal life. Migrating shorebirds and waterfowl use the area as a rest stop. Songbirds, quail, deer, bobcat, and furbearers all

inhabit the area around the park.

• Capture the beaury of these tallgrass prairies while practicing your photography skills.