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About Hillsboro Cove

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 a readily accessible boat ramp for fishermen.

Available sites

52 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

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RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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52 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 002, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 003, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 004, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 005, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 006, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 007, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 008, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 009, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 010, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 011, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 012, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 013, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 014, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 015, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 016, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 017, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 018, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 019, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 021, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 022, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 023, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 024, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 025, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 026, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 027, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 028, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 029, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 030, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 031, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 032, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 033, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 034, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 035, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 036, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 037, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 038, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 039, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 040, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 041, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 042, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 043, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 044, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 045, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 046, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 047, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 048, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 049, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 050, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 051, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel
🚐 052, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 GS1, Loop: HCOV RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Gravel

Reviews

188 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Hillsboro Cove is a well-maintained campground with spacious, clean sites, many of which offer beautiful waterfront views. Visitors appreciate the proximity to the beach area and the availability of amenities like clean restrooms and picnic tables. However, there are some concerns regarding maintenance, including issues with power, hot water in showers, and the condition of the entry road, which detracts from the overall experience for some guests.

Based on guest feedback

4.1

Overall rating

Based on 188 reviews

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5 stars 53.2% (100)
4 stars 23.9% (45)
3 stars 9.6% (18)
2 stars 7.4% (14)
1 star 5.9% (11)

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Mike W

Verified

March 15, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: HCOV

Very nice campground, well laid out. Lots of available spots, of course it is the beginning of March

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Taylor C

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March 10, 2026 Stayed at: 033, Loop: HCOV

A wonderful site overall! Love that each site had a table and covered area. Unfortunately, the water was not on as we expected. Otherwise, really nice and clean camp.

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Kelly K

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January 28, 2026 Stayed at: 033, Loop: HCOV

Great spot, wish I could have stayed longer!

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Ivy G

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January 14, 2026 Stayed at: 052, Loop: HCOV

This was a great place to stop on my long road trip. Picturesque and serene!

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Aaron S

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January 9, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: HCOV

Nice campground for winter camping. Be sure and fill water. tanks prior to arriving.

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Michael L

Verified

December 24, 2025 Stayed at: 034, Loop: HCOV

Nice quiet campground with excellent showers and access to the lake.

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Gordon G

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December 10, 2025 Stayed at: 018, Loop: HCOV

We will be back next year. Our friends from Nebraska would rather come here than Milford reservoir

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Tim M

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December 1, 2025 Stayed at: 051, Loop: HCOV

Love this campground. Close to Marion and Hillsboro for supplies. Quiet campground. Only complaint is the road entering in a horrible hazard. Enter at your own risk. I’ve complained about it for years and just keeps getting worse.

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Carol R

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November 28, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: HCOV

It was very quiet…..only 4 campers total. We had a nice, level pull through right at waters edge, and enjoyed it very much!

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Tamera S

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November 25, 2025 Stayed at: 044, Loop: HCOV

For a large family gathering, the location worked out perfectly! Close to swimming area for kiddies, close to boat dock for unloading, close to restrooms for, well...and the perfect spot for grilling and chilling! Look forward to next summer and another day at the lake.

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Location & Directions for Hillsboro Cove

2105 N. Pawnee, Marion, KS 66861-9740 United States

Elevation: 414 ft

Nearest town

Marion, KS - 7.1 mi

About 11 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

General

  • One RV and two tents or three tents per site
  • Off-road vehicles not permitted
  • First-come, first-served sites are available
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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