Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) will host five public meetings this fall, including one in Hays, to share information on proposed state park fee changes and hear directly from Kansans. These town hall-style meetings will provide the public with an opportunity to learn about the proposed changes, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Fees remain unchanged at this time; any adjustments will require a vote of approval by the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission before they are implemented.
Proposed Fee Changes
“Utility and operational costs for our state parks have risen nearly 45 percent since 2016,” said Conner O’Flannagan, KDWP state parks director. “These proposed changes are necessary to ensure our parks remain safe, well-maintained, and accessible to all Kansans, both now and for future generations.”
For more information about Kansas State Parks, visit ksoutdoors.gov/State-Parks.