Kansas State Park Entrance and Camping Fees
Kansas State Park operations, programs and staff are funded primarily through the sale of park entrance permits and campsite and cabin rental fees. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks does not receive any tax dollars from the State of Kansas General Fund. Your purchase of park permits and camping reservations helps provide safe, enjoyable outdoor recreation experiences for more than 7 million visitors.
A valid State Park Vehicle Permit is required at all Kansas State Parks. Fees are based on the vehicle used to enter the park, not the number of people in the vehicle.
| Annual Kansas State Park Vehicle Permit (2025) Annual Kansas State Park Vehicle Permit – Senior/Disabled Kansas resident only (2025) | Covers unlimited vehicle entry to all Kansas State Parks during the calendar year for which it is purchased | $25.00 $13.75 | |
| Kansas State Park Passport | Available only at time of vehicle registration at your county treasurer’s office; the State Park Passport is not available through KDWP offices. | Covers unlimited vehicle entry to all Kansas State Parks, valid until the vehicle registration expires | $15.50 |
| Daily State Park Vehicle Permit Daily State Park Vehicle Permit - Senior/Disabled Kansas Resident only | Available only the specific State Park's office | Covers one day vehicle entrance to the Kansas State Park for which it is purchased | $5.00 $3.25 |
| Replacement Permit | $2.50 | ||
| Unconventional Vehicle Permit | Special permit; apply at the specific State Park's office | Required for all UTVs and golf carts which are only allowed on improved roads and parking areas | $52.50 |
A valid Camping Permit is required in addition to the State Park Vehicle Permit for all overnight stays. You must be 18 or older to rent a campsite or cabin at Kansas State Parks and all camping permits expire at 2 pm.
Camping fees are per unit—meaning a camping permit is required for each tent or unit—and a $2.75 processing fee will apply to each camping stay.
Camping is allowed only in designated areas and is subject to restrictions as posted. All campers and camping units are limited to a stay of not more than 14 consecutive days in one campground although a one-time 14-day extension may be obtained with written permission from the park manager. A five-day absence is required before returning to the same campground to camp again.
Please note there are minimum stay requirements for campsite and cabin reservations on Memorial Day, July 4th/Independence Day, and Labor Day weekends.
| Annual Kansas State Park Camping Permit (2025) | Covers all Daily Camping Permit fees in the calendar year for which the permit is purchased; does not cover utility and prime site fees | $202.50 if purchased prior to April or after September 30 $252.50 if purchased April 1 - September 30 |
| 14-Night Kansas State Park Permit (2025) | Covers 14 daily Camping Permit fees in calendar year 2025; does not cover utility and prime site fees; visits do not need to be consecutive | $112.50 |
| Daily Camping Permit | Required for each night of the stay (charged per camping unit) | $10.00 per night |
| Youth Camping Permit | Required for each night of the stay (charged per camping unit) | $4.00 per night |
| Prime Site Fee | Additional required daily fee for designated sites on stays April 1-September 30; prime sites vary by park | $2.00 per night |
| Utility Fees - Water, Electric, and Sewage | Covers utility hookups only; does not cover required camping fees | $9.00 per night for one utility $11.00 per night for two utilities $12.00 per night for three utilities |
| Designated Overflow Camping | $6.50 per night | |
| Cabin Rentals | prices vary based on location, timing, and amenities; visit CampItKS.com for information about cabin rentals at Kansas State Parks | |
It is illegal to resell camping reservations at Kansas State Parks. K.A.R. 115-8-19 states that “no person shall advertise, engage in, or solicit any business, or make a charge for any event or service except as authorized by the department” on Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks lands and waters. Persons or businesses found to be engaging in this activity can be ticketed resulting in a court appearance and related fines/costs.
For those planning to visit Kansas State Parks during holiday weekends, please note these minimum stay requirements for campsite and cabin reservations in 2025:
Campsites:
- Memorial Day Weekend: 4-night minimum including May 22-25, 2025
- July 4th Weekend: 3-night minimum including July 3-5, 2025
- Labor Day Weekend: 3-night minimum including August 29-31, 2025
Cabins:
- Memorial Day Weekend: 3-night minimum including May 23-25, 2025
- July 4th Weekend: 2-night minimum including July 4-5, 2025
- Labor Day Weekend: 3-night minimum including August 29-31, 2025