Miami State Fishing Lake — Local services in Paola

Found this gem by total accident. There are 14 camping peninsulas with fire pits that include a flip-over cooking grate, a boat ramp, and decent restrooms.

The camping sites are really great. We didn't have fishing gear with us, but the fish were extremely active and jumping all night long. Will definitely be going back to try the fishing.

It's a great spot overall, but I will say not completely quiet and peaceful. Trains go by several times a night very close by and are not quiet. Also, on a Saturday night vehicles were regularly coming and going. The road that goes around the lake to each campsite does not connect back. Since there is no outlet, vehicles will drive all the way around and all the way back if they don't find a spot. There were at least half a dozen late arrivals after dark on a September Saturday night. It was a pretty quiet peaceful morning the next day (besides an occasional train of course.)

It's free, first come first serve, and a decent lake, so the pros outweigh the cons for me. Will be going back to try...

Nice fishing and camping lake. No swimming but good for those fishing and camping trips. Boat ramp and small dock here. Unique fingers that stretch into the lake for camping and fishing. Each finger has a fire pit. Usually quite clean every now and then you'll find a mess. Game wardens and police frequently patrol so your definitely gonna wanna have your fishing license because they will...

Not great for RVs! Tents only are best because the road into the lake is a steep gravel hill down and up. One way in and one way out. Super secluded! Nice pit toitlets, no water, no electric, no trash cans. CLEAN UP after yourself. A nice beautiful little fishing lake! Not a lot of people at all, not a lot of shade. Need to find a good...