TOPEKA (KSNT) – The new leader for Kansas’ state parks is settling into his role this week. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) announced on Tuesday, May 7 in a press release that ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Start 2025 on the right foot by joining a First Day Hike at a Kansas State Park. These guided hikes, organized annually by parks staff, encourage individuals and families to ...

Outdoor enthusiasts are expected to enjoy free days at Kansas state parks, as well as a free weekend of fishing following an ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) announced its newest State Parks Director on Tuesday, May 6. According to a press release from the State of Kansas, KDWP named ...

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 annual permits and reserve ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNW) — The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks has appointed Conner O’Flannagan as the new director of Kansas State Parks, succeeding longtime leader Linda Lanterman. O’Flannagan ...

PRATT, Kan. (KSNW) — Kansas could soon see higher state park fees, and the public will get a chance to weigh in at meetings across the state this fall. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is ...

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas wildlife officials are considering some big changes to camping fees and other permit costs associated with state parks. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) ...

Mary Gage and Monicka Remboldt visit Prairie Dog State Park in 2015 in Norton County, Kansas. Lawrence writer Mary Gage had lived in Kansas for her entire life, but she realized in 2015 that she ...

Kansas offers many in-state vacation destinations for residents. Kansas State Parks provide outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking and water activities. Museums throughout the state offer ...

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