State Parks Near Hays, Kansas
3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Hays. The closest is Cedar Bluff State Park, about 23 mi west of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Cedar Bluff State Park23 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 3 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 33 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Hays, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Hays; driving distance is usually longer.
Cedar Bluff State Park
The park supports archery, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and wildlife watching. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Cedar Bluff State Park →Webster State Park
Things to do include golf, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, archery, and boating. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Webster State Park →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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Hays
- Cedar Bluff State Park 23 mi west · Campground listed
- Webster State Park 38 mi north · Campground listed
- Wilson State Park 44 mi east · Campground listed
Cabins and lodging near Hays
- Cedar Bluff State Park 23 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Webster State Park 38 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Wilson State Park 44 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Hiking near Hays
- Cedar Bluff State Park 23 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Webster State Park 38 mi north · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Hays
- Cedar Bluff State Park 23 mi west · Fishing listed
- Webster State Park 38 mi north · Fishing listed
- Wilson State Park 44 mi east · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Hays
What is the closest state park to Hays?
Cedar Bluff State Park is the closest, about 23 miles west of Hays in a straight line. Next are Webster State Park and Wilson State Park.
How many state parks are near Hays?
3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Hays have camping?
3 parks list camping, the nearest being Cedar Bluff State Park, Webster State Park and Wilson State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Hays?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Hays?
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.