PRATT – Having fun in the sun is a sure thing when you spend your summer at one of Kansas’ 26 state parks where you can enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, biking, horseback riding, and just relaxing in the outdoors.
And while all of our state parks provide a wide variety of outdoor activities, there is also a long list of special events you can participate in, too. Park managers are always striving to enhance your state park experience by hosting music festivals, runs, triathlons, outdoor kids days, Fourth of July celebrations and more.
Following is a list of just some of the special events scheduled around the state this summer.
Cedar Bluff State Park Annual OK Kids Day
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park
Type: Family Event
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2016
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: (785) 726-3212
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Join us for our annual OK Kids Day! We will start the day off with a fishing derby at Pa’s Pond. Then we will have a free hot dog feed followed by geocaching, shed hunting, and all a little minnow catching for the younger kids! It will be a great family adventure that is free to all families. Free vehicle entry all day (camping fees still apply). Celebrate Father’s day and bring your tent and make a weekend of it!
Wilson State Park OK Kids Day/Free Park Entrance
Location: Wilson State Park
Type: OK Kids Day
Date: Saturday, June 18, 2016
Contact: Wilson State Park
Phone No: (785) 658-2465
Time: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Other Information:
Fishing Clinic, Ping Pong Ball Drop, Lunch and afternoon events. Details will be posted at a later date.
Date: Sunday, June 19, 2016
5K/15K Trail Run
You can find more special events as they are scheduled this summer by going to www.ksoutdoors.com and clicking on “Upcoming Events.” You can also learn more about state park events by calling state park offices directly. Contact information for all state parks can be found on ksoutdoors.com by clicking “Parks,” then “Find a State Park.”
Visit your nearest state park this summer and discover what great outdoor opportunities are waiting for you.