State Parks

Twenty-eight state parks invite you to explore Kansas outdoors. Whatever your interest — hiking, camping, wildlife watching, fishing, bike riding, horseback riding, hunting, or just plain relaxing, a Kansas state park has what you’re looking for. Most offer utility and primitive camping and access to lakes, trails and wildlife areas. A few are preserved natural areas, so you can enjoy unspoiled, wild Kansas. Many parks host events such as concerts, festivals, and competitions. If you’ve never stayed at a Kansas state park, use this guide to find the perfect getaway. If you haven’t visited recently, look again - there’s more than meets the eye!

Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events

1/20/25 - PERRY STATE PARK office closed
office closed
(Perry State Park)

1/23/25 - 1/28/25: Jayhawk Area Council BSA
WINTER CAMPING
(PERRY STATE PARK)

1/27/25 - 1/31/25: PERRY STATE PARK office closed
office closed
(Perry State Park)

2/22/25 - KC Running Company
1/2 Marathon
(Flint Hills Trail - Osawatomie Mile 0)

4/12/25 - 4/13/25: Silted Water Bass LLC
Fishing Tournament
(Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp)

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State Parks Guide
State Park News
  • Kansas State Parks to Offer New Year’s Day Hikes
    For Immediate Release:December 30, 2024 Contacts: Laura Rose Clawson, Chief of Public Affairslaura.roseclawson@ks.govKansas State Parks to Offer New Year’s Day HikesTOPEKA – Start 2025 on the right foot by joining a First Day Hike at a Kansas State Park! These guided hikes, organized annually by parks staff, encourage individuals and families ... Read More
  • Kansas State Park Annual Permits and 2025 Campsite Reservations Coming Soon
    For Immediate Release:December 4, 2024 Contacts: Laura Rose Clawson, Chief of Public Affairslaura.roseclawson@ks.govKansas State Park Annual Permits and 2025 Campsite Reservations Coming SoonTOPEKA – Are you eyeing a cozy cabin by the water, aiming to complete your Kansas State Park bucket list, or breaking in a new tent? Mark these important ... Read More
  • Story Adventures Debuts at Wilson State Park and Launches a New Rotation of Storybooks at Clinton, El Dorado, and Milford State Parks
    For Immediate Release: October 14, 2024 Contact:  Melissa Rooker, Kansas State Department of Education 785-368-7044mrooker@ksde.org Jessica Ward, Kansas Department of Wildlife and ParksJessica.ward@ks.govStory Adventures Debuts at Wilson State Park and Launches a New Rotation of Storybooks at Clinton, El Dorado, and Milford State ParksTO ... Read More

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