Located just a short drive from the park, Lake Shawnee offers a variety of activities including fishing, boating, jet skiing, paddle boating, swimming, and visiting the Ted Ensley Botanical Gardens. You can also enjoy an 8-mile trail around the lake for walking or bike riding. Nearby, you'll find baseball and softball diamonds, as well as a beautiful 18-hole golf course at Lake Shawnee.

Other attractions in the area include Downtown Topeka, the newly renovated State Capitol, local museums, the renowned Topeka Zoo, and the Stormont Vail Event Center. The park is 45 minutes from the Kansas Speedway and 30 minutes from casinos North of Topeka.