Bothwell Lodge Shelters
Open — Open year-round, 8 a.m. to sunset. Shelter reservations can be made online 30 days to 12 months in advance, or by calling 660-827-0510 for dates less than 30 days out.
Wind Advisory issued March 14 at 11:09AM CDT until March 16 at 12:00PM CDT by NWS Kansas City/Pleasant Hill MO
* WHAT...Southerly to southwesterly winds of 20 to 25 mph with gusts of 40 mph will become northwesterly at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and central, north central, and west central Missouri. * WHEN...From 10 AM Sunday to noon CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition to the strong winds,falling and blowing snow could result in periods of significantly reduced visibility.
About
Bothwell Lodge Shelters provides a reservable picnic shelter at Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site, located atop a bluff north of Sedalia. The shelter accommodates between 55 and 75 people and is accessible, making it suitable for group gatherings and family picnics. The facility features nearby restrooms and a playground for children. While the shelter itself does not have water or electricity, it offers a scenic setting within the grounds of the historic site. The historic site preserves the 31-room, 12,000-square-foot lodge built by Sedalia attorney John Homer Bothwell between 1897 and 1928. Visitors to the picnic area can also explore the Stonyridge Trail, which meanders through wooded slopes past stone gazebos and rock shelters. The grounds are open year-round from 8 a.m. to sunset, providing opportunities for hiking and enjoying the natural beauty of the property alongside your picnic experience.
Directions
Located 6 miles north of Sedalia on US Highway 65. Take US-65 North from Sedalia, then turn onto Bothwell State Park Road. The entrance is on the left.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Knob Noster State Park Campground 20mi
- Arrow Rock State Historic Site Campground 24mi
- Boone's Lick State Historic Site Shelter 27mi
- Annie And Abel Van Meter State Park Campground 33mi
- Thibaut Point 35mi
- Harry S Truman State Park Shelters 37mi
- Wild Turkey Ridge Campground 37mi
- Thorny Ridge Campground 37mi
- Buck Ridge Campground 37mi
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $35 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (660) 827-0510 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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