Park Fees
The Kansas State Parks Passport, available only at the time of vehicle registration for $15.50 at your county treasurer's office, is valid until the vehicle registration expires. The Passport is not available through Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks offices.
Camping fees are "per unit" or per tent. Processing fees will apply to each camping stay.
At Sand Hills State Park, a state park motor vehicle permit is required for entry. The trail pass is no longer required.
MINIMUM STAY NOTICE:
For those planning to visit Kansas State Parks during holiday weekends, please note these minimum stay requirements for campsite and cabin reservations:
- 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
* Note: you must be 18 or older to rent a cabin or campsite.
* Commercial activity, such as the renting of sites and reselling said reservation, is occurring on state park property that is against Agency regulations. KDWP regulation 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-department 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.
National Guard Permit
State funding has been made available to provide free park vehicle permits to active members of the Kansas National Guard. DO NOT FAX!
Application KS National Guard Hunting, Fishing, and Park Vehicle Permit (PDF)
Purchase Park Permits Online| Note: Fees shown include transaction fees. Actual costs may vary depending on how many issuances are purchased in the same transaction. | ||
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| **Motor Vehicle & Park Permits | ||
| Daily State Park Vehicle Permit | $5.00 at park office | |
| Annual State Park Vehicle Permit | $25.00 | |
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*Seniors/Disabled Daily State Park Vehicle Permit (Kansas residents only, must be purchased at a KDWP office) | $3.25 | |
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*Seniors/Disabled Annual State Park Vehicle Permit (Kansas residents only) | $13.75 | |
| Replacement permits, available for any permit at any time | $2.50 | |
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Annual State Park Camping Permit If purchased prior to April 1 or after September 30 | $202.50 (Applies to Daily Camping Permit fees only; Does not cover daily utility fees or prime site fees) | |
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Annual State Park Camping Permit If purchased between April 1 and September 30 | $252.50 (Applies to Daily Camping Permit fees only; Does not cover daily utility fees or prime site fees) | |
| 14-Night State Park Camping Permit | $112.50 (Applies to Daily Camping Permit fees only; Does not cover daily utility fees or prime site fees) | |
| Unconventional Vehicle Permit – by special permit only – apply at park office | $52.50 (Allows UTVs and golf carts on improved roads and parking areas) | |
| Trail Permits - A "per-person" trail permit is no longer required to utilize Prairie Spirit Trail or Flint Hills Trail | ||
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RV Seasonal camping – spaces are limited per month, per unit except at Clinton, El Dorado, Milford, Sand Hills and Tuttle Creek State Parks – by special permit only – number of sites limited – apply at park office (Requires annual camping permit) |
With one utility $371.50 With two utilities $431.50 With three utilities $491.50 (BY SPECIAL PERMIT ONLY) | |
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RV Seasonal camping – spaces are limited per month, per unit for Clinton, Milford, Sand Hills, and Tuttle Creek State Parks – by special permit only – number of sites limited – apply at park office (Requires annual camping permit) |
With one utility $461.50 With two utilities $521.50 With three utilities $581.50 (BY SPECIAL PERMIT ONLY) | |
| RV Seasonal camping– spaces are limited per month, per unit for El Dorado (Requires annual camping permit) |
With one utility $486.50 With two utilities $546.50 With three utilities $606.50 (BY SPECIAL PERMIT ONLY) | |
| RV short-term storage – by special permit only – number of sites limited – apply at park office. Not available at all parks. |
$51.50 per month, designated areas only (BY SPECIAL PERMIT ONLY) | |
| Camping Fees - A camping permit is required in addition to the motor vehicle permit for overnight stays. All daily camping permits expire at 2 p.m. Prime site fee applies to designated sites from April 1 - September 30. In addition to the fees below, there is a $2.75 per stay transaction fee for all overnight stays. | ||
| Daily Camping Permit (Covered by Annual or 14-night Camping Permit) | $10.00 | |
| Prime Site Fee | $2.00 | |
| One Utility (year-round, in addition to camping fee) | $9.00 | |
| Two Utilities (year-round, in addition to camping fee) | $11.00 | |
| Three Utilities (year-round, in addition to camping fee) | $12.00 | |
| Designated Overflow Camping | $6.50 | |
| Youth Camping | $4.00 per camping unit | |
| Special Event – must be made by phoning or visiting park | $0 to $201.50 | |
| Cabin Rental - Price varies per night, depending on location, timing and amenities. See Specific Park Locations. Call park or go to www.campitks.com for reservations. | ||