State Parks Near Great Bend, Kansas
3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Great Bend. The closest is Wilson State Park, about 42 mi north of town. None are within 25 miles, so plan on a half-day trip.
- Closest park
- Wilson State Park42 mi north
- Within 25 miles
- 0of 3 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 22 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Great Bend, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Great Bend; driving distance is usually longer.
Wilson State Park
Popular activities here are mountain biking, hunting in season, fishing, wildlife watching, and biking. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with full hookups and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Wilson State Park →Kanopolis State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, boating, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 59 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Kanopolis State Park →Mushroom Rock State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Mushroom Rock State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Great Bend
- Wilson State Park 42 mi north · Campground listed
- Kanopolis State Park 48 mi northeast · Campground listed
Cabins and lodging near Great Bend
- Wilson State Park 42 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Kanopolis State Park 48 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Hiking near Great Bend
- Kanopolis State Park 48 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Mushroom Rock State Park 49 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Great Bend
- Wilson State Park 42 mi north · Fishing listed
- Kanopolis State Park 48 mi northeast · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Great Bend
What is the closest state park to Great Bend?
Wilson State Park is the closest, about 42 miles north of Great Bend in a straight line. Next are Kanopolis State Park and Mushroom Rock State Park.
How many state parks are near Great Bend?
3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 0 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Great Bend have camping?
2 parks list camping, the nearest being Wilson State Park and Kanopolis State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Great Bend?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Great Bend?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.