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

11/9/24 - Ozone Turkey Trot
Running/Biking
(Flint Hills Trail - Mile Zero Osawatomie Start)

11/11/24 - PERRY STATE PARK office closed
office closed
(Perry State Park)

11/23/24 - Lagerhead Marathon
Running - Half Marathon
(Prairie Spirit Trail)

11/27/24 - 12/1/24: PERRY STATE PARK office closed
office closed
(Perry State Park)

11/29/24 - Black Friday #OptOuside Free Vehicle Day
Free Entrance
(Webster State Park)

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State Parks Guide
State Park News
  • 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
  • Kansas State Parks to Offer New Year’s Day Hikes
    For Immediate Release:December 27, 2023 Contacts: Nadia Marji CMP®, Chief of Public Affairsnadia.marji@ks.gov Jessica Ward, Communications ManagerJessica.ward@ks.gov Kansas State Parks to Offer New Year’s Day HikesSHAWNEE – Celebrate the New Year with fun, fresh air, and scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike at a Kansas State ... Read More
  • Kansas State Parks Receive Accessibility Grant From Ford Bronco Wild Fund
    For Immediate Release:December 27, 2023 Contacts: Nadia Marji CMP®, Chief of Public Affairsnadia.marji@ks.gov Jessica Ward, Communications ManagerJessica.ward@ks.gov Kansas State Parks Receive Accessibility Grant From Ford Bronco Wild FundPRATT –Kansas State Parks, in partnership with the Ford Bronco Wild Fund, are excited to announce that Tu ... Read More

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