Floating Down the Kaw
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Photography by Michael Pearce State programs, nonprofit groups and outdoor equipment suppliers have made it easy to explore and enjoy a treasured waterway Growing up in the early 1980s, Dawn Buehler…
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300 SW Wanamaker Rd. Topeka, KS 66606
Kaw River State Park is the only urban park in Kansas’ state park system, consisting of 76 acres of land along the south bank of the Kansas River in west Topeka. The area is mostly oak-hickory forest overlooking the Kansas (Kaw) River and is adjacent to MacLennan Park and Cedar Crest (the governor’s residence) to the east.
The wide range of trails in this park was designed for erosion protection, sustainability, and access. A boat ramp and parking area allow access to the Kansas River, open for canoes, kayaks, and other small watercraft. Kaw River State Park does not require a daily entrance fee.
Photography by Michael Pearce State programs, nonprofit groups and outdoor equipment suppliers have made it easy to explore and enjoy a treasured waterway Growing up in the early 1980s, Dawn Buehler…
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Does Kaw River State Park have a boat ramp?
The Kansas River is accessible from a boat ramp This river access is available for canoes, kayaks, and other small craft. Learn about river conditions and know your skill level and abilities before entering the water. For more information, please call the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740
Kaw River AccessCan I fish at Kaw River State Park
Please contact the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740 for more information on fishing at Kaw River State Park
Fishing LicenseAre there trails at Kaw River State Park?
Yes, trail usage includes walking, hiking, running, and mountain biking. There is a wide range of trail types of various skill levels, and are designed and constructed for erosion protection, sustainability, and access. The park has both double-wide gravel surface trails and dirt-surface single-track trails. For more information, please call the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740
Kaw River TrailsWhen is Kaw River State Park open?
Hours are daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, please call the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740
Kaw River Equestrian UseDo I have to pay to get into Kaw River State Park?
No, there is no entrance fee or permit needed to access Kaw River, State Park. For more information, please call the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740
More About Kaw River State ParkCan I camp at Kaw River State Park?
There is no camping or overnight use at Kaw River State Park. For more information, please call the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740
Kaw River CampingCan I camp along the sandbars of the Kaw River?
While you cannot camp directly in the Kaw River State Park, you can camp along some of the public sandbars along the river. For more information, please call the Kaw River State Park office at (785) 273-6740
More info on Camping along the KawCan I fly a drone at Kaw River State Park?
Drone flying is only permitted in some designated areas at some State Parks. Please contact the Kaw River Park Office at (785) 273-6740 for more information on whether or not drone flying is permissible.
More About DronesCan I hunt at Kaw River State Park?
Hunting is NOT PERMITTED at Kaw River State Park
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