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May 3, 2012
Fishing tournaments dominate park activities in early season
PRATT — State parks are great places to camp, boat, fish, swim, and just enjoy the outdoors, but if that isn't enough, you'll find a special event you won't want to miss. In May, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has plann ... Read More

April 19, 2012
New campsite, cabin reservation system launched April 17; no park damage from weekend storms
PRATT — The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has announced that its new online campsite and cabin reservations system is up and running. This good news followed reports that with the excepti ... Read More

Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Storms cause damage at Kanopolis State Park

Due to Saturday storms, the Kanopolis State Park office and campgrounds are currently without power. We will keep updating Park conditions as the week moves forward.

As other State Parks storm damages are determined we will update this news it ... Read More

April 12, 2012
KDOT grant to help keep public land users safe
PRATT — Through a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation, natural resource officers with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism are targeting underage drinkers at Osage and Lyon state fishing lakes and Melvern and Pomona reservoirs th ... Read More

April 5, 2012
April marks beginning of park season
PRATT — Great outdoor adventures are waiting at Kansas state parks. The early warm-up this spring has whetted the appetites of campers, boaters, and anglers, and your state parks are ready.

In addition to camping, boating, fishing, hiking, and biking, a variet ... Read More

March 29, 2012
New Outdoor Recreation Management System being installed
PRATT — The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) reminds all state park users that parks will not take cabin, campsite, or other reservations from April 1-16. The shutdown will allow the agency to transition to a new reservation s ... Read More

March 29, 2012
Parks users will have a short detour to access Wilson State Park
WILSON — A short detour will be required to visit the Wilson Reservoir area and the Post Rock Scenic Byway this travel season. Beginning in early April and ending in the fall, the I-70/K-232 interchange (Exit 206, Wilson/Lucas) will undergo r ... Read More

March 22, 2012
Free entrance at all Kansas state parks; events, introduction to new reservation system, drawing for free stay at park cabin
TOPEKA — On Saturday, March 31, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) will hold an “Open House” at all state parks from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with free park entra ... Read More

March 15, 2012
System available online April 17; all reservations will shut down April 1-16
PRATT — Have you ever wondered what state park facilities are still available on a busy weekend or wished you could make a reservation in advance from home, when park offices are closed? The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks an ... Read More

The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has announced that three Kansas state parks will participate in the America’s State Parks “First Day Hikes” on New Year’s Day 2012. Each hike will offer individuals and families opportunities to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy ... Read More

Dec. 15, 2011
State parks open for use but some park offices closed during holiday period
PRATT — All Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday, Dec. 26, as well as Jan. 2 for New Year’s Day. While all state parks will be open for visitation and use, some state park ... Read More

Nov. 17, 2011
Project funding under the Recreational Trails Fund Act to be discussed
PRATT — The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) Trails Advisory Board will hold a public meeting Monday, Dec. 5, at the Great Plains Nature Center, 6232 E. 29th Street N in Wichita. The purpose of hearing is to discu ... Read More

Nov. 3, 2011
Cold weather months limit facilities, but parks still offer outdoor opportunities
PRATT — Kansas state parks began their off-season on Oct. 1, and it runs through March 31. During this time, many state parks cut down on services although all remain open. Hours and services vary from park to park, but most of ... Read More

Oct. 27, 2011
Reduced prices, uncrowded conditions make parks attractive in fall and winter
PRATT — If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure bargain close to home, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has a deal for you. The state park off-season runs Oct. 1-March 31, and during this time, you c ... Read More