Camping in Kansas
Discover 28 state parks offering camping in Kansas
🏕️ Camping in Kansas State Parks at a Glance
- Reservation fee: $10 per reservation (non-refundable, per K.A.R. 115-2-3)
- RV hookups: Yes — electric-only, electric+water, and full hookup (electric/water/sewer) sites, color-coded; utility fee added per night.
- Pets: Allowed in campgrounds; restrained by cage, hand-held leash, or tether no longer than 10 ft. Not allowed in cabins except designated pet-friendly cabins ($50 pet fee).
- Firewood: No statewide ban confirmed; KDWP and Kansas Dept. of Agriculture urge buying locally and not moving firewood across county lines due to emerald ash borer (confirmed in NE Kansas counties). Out-of-state regulated wood subject to USDA/state quarantine.
- Good to know: Online reservations apply mainly to prime season (~Apr 1-Sep 30/Oct 31); off-season most sites are first-come, first-served. A separate daily/annual camping permit AND a vehicle entrance permit are required on top of nightly fees.
Official agency: Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks (KDWP)
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
Kansas State Parks with Camping
Cedar Bluff State Park
Cheney State Park
Clinton State Park
Crawford State Park (Kansas)
Cross Timbers State Park
Eisenhower State Park
El Dorado State Park
Elk City State Park
Fall River State Park
Flint Hills Trail State Park
Glen Elder State Park
Hillsdale State Park
Kanopolis State Park
Kaw River State Park
Lake Scott State Park
Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Lovewell State Park
Meade State Park
Milford State Park
Mushroom Rock State Park
Perry State Park
Pomona State Park
Prairie Dog State Park
Prairie Spirit Trail State Park
Sand Hills State Park
Tuttle Creek State Park
Webster State Park
Wilson State Park
❓ Camping in Kansas — FAQ
How far ahead can I book Kansas state park campsites?
You can reserve Kansas state park campsites 364 days in advance via CampItKS. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in Kansas state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in Kansas state parks typically run $9–$23, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a Kansas state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 consecutive days in one campground; one-time 14-day extension possible with written park-manager permission. Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.