State Parks Near Manhattan, Kansas

3 state park units lie within 50 miles of Manhattan. The closest is Tuttle Creek State Park, about 5 mi north of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Tuttle Creek State Park5 mi north
Within 25 miles
2of 3 within 50 mi
With camping
22 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Manhattan, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Manhattan; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Tuttle Creek State Park

    5 miles north · Manhattan, Kansas · State Park

    Visitors come for horseback riding, golf, archery, biking, and fishing. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites. Roofed lodging includes cabins.

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  2. Milford State Park

    17 miles west · Milford, Kansas · State Park

    The park supports horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, biking, and fishing. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and primitive or hike-in sites. There are also cabins for rent.

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  3. Kaw River State Park

    46 miles east · Topeka, Kansas · State Park

    Things to do include mountain biking, biking, wildlife watching, and hiking.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Manhattan

  1. Tuttle Creek State Park 5 mi north · Campground listed
  2. Milford State Park 17 mi west · Campground listed

Cabins and lodging near Manhattan

  1. Tuttle Creek State Park 5 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Milford State Park 17 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays

Hiking near Manhattan

  1. Tuttle Creek State Park 5 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  2. Milford State Park 17 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  3. Kaw River State Park 46 mi east · Hiking trails listed

Fishing near Manhattan

  1. Tuttle Creek State Park 5 mi north · Fishing listed
  2. Milford State Park 17 mi west · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Manhattan

What is the closest state park to Manhattan?

Tuttle Creek State Park is the closest, about 5 miles north of Manhattan in a straight line. Next are Milford State Park and Kaw River State Park.

How many state parks are near Manhattan?

3 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Manhattan have camping?

2 parks list camping, the nearest being Tuttle Creek State Park and Milford State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Manhattan?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Manhattan?

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.