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

3/7/26 - ALL AMERICAN CATFISH Tournament
Tournament
(PERRY STATE PARK)

3/28/26 - 3/29/26: Prairie Spirit Trail Ultra- by Outlaw 100
Extreme Running
(Prairie Spirit Trail)

4/4/26 - Franklin County Historical Society
Running/Walking
(Flint Hills Trail)

4/25/26 - Midwest Endurance Race Co
Long Distance Running
(Flint Hills trail)

4/26/26 - EAST KANSAS BASSMASTER
TOURNAMENT
(PERRY STATE PARK)

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State Parks Guide
State Park News
  • Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Announces Free Fishing and State Park Entrance Days for 2026
    For Immediate Release:   February 11, 2026 Media Contact:    Laura Rose Clawson, Chief of Public Affairslaura.roseclawson@ks.govKansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Announces Free Fishing and State Park Entrance Days for 2026TOPEKA – Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Secretary Christopher Kennedy has issu ... Read More
  • Kansas State Park Annual Permits and 2026 Campsite Reservations Coming Soon
    For Immediate Release:November 19, 2025 Media Contact: laura.roseclawson@ks.gov Kansas State Park Annual Permits and 2026 Campsite Reservations Coming SoonTOPEKA – Whether it’s camping under the stars, hiking new trails, or enjoying a cabin by the lake, now is the time to plan ahead. Mark your calendars for upcoming dates to purchase annu ... Read More
  • Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks to Host Public Meetings on Proposed State Park Fee Changes
    For Immediate ReleaseAugust 27, 2025 Contact: Laura Rose Clawson, Chief of Public Affairslaura.roseclawson@ks.govKansas Department of Wildlife and Parks to Host Public Meetings on Proposed State Park Fee ChangesPRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) will host five public meetings this fall to share information on proposed s ... Read More

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