Kershaw-Ryan State Park
- Status
- Status not postedOpen 24 hours
- Entrance fee
- $5 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- 16 campsites
- Official site
- parks.nv.gov(775) 726-3564
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 265 acres, Kershaw-Ryan State Park lies in Lincoln County, about 54 miles northwest of Ivins.
Popular activities here are historic sites, biking, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 14 miles, according to the park. Overnight options include 16 campsites, with RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Open 24 hours | ||
Official wording
Campground Accessible 24/7, Day Use Area Open Daily 8 a.m. to Sunset
Hours: Campground Accessible 24/7, Day Use Area Open Daily 8 a.m. to Sunset
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Day use entrance fee | $5 · vehicle |
| Day use entrance fee | $10 · vehicle |
| Camping | $15 · vehicle |
| Camping | $20 · vehicle |
| Camping | $10 · vehicle |
| Bike in | $2 · walk-in |
Official wording
Day use entrance fee: $5.00 per vehicle (Non-NV Vehicles $10.00 per vehicle) Camping: $15.00 per vehicle, per night (Non-NV Vehicles: $20.00 per vehicle, per night) + $10.00 for sites with utility hook ups Bike in: $2.00 per bike
Nevada park passes
- All Access Permit — $250. Entrance, camping and boating fees at all parks for 12 months (hook-up sites +$10/vehicle) Details
- Annual Day Use Permit — $100. Entrance to all parks for 12 months; camping/boating extra Details
- Senior Citizen Permit — $30 annual administrative fee. Nevada residents 65+: entrance, camping and boat launch for 12 months Details
- Disabled Veteran Permit — $30 annual administrative fee. Qualifying Nevada disabled veterans: entrance, camping and boat launch for 12 months Details
- Veteran Annual Entrance. Nevada veterans: entrance to all parks for 12 months Details
From the Nevada state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Not required
- Booking system
- ReserveNevada
First Come, First Serve Camping: Within the campground loop of the park, there are 4 tent-only campsites that remain first come, first served.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions · leash up to 6 feet
Not allowed in or on: buildings or in the wading pond.
Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on a leash of not more than six feet in length. Pets are not allowed in buildings or in the wading pond. Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on a leash of not more than six feet in length. Pets are not allowed in buildings or in the wading pond.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kershaw-Ryan State Park Site count parsed from park text | 16 | Each of the 16 campsites has 30 amp and 50 amp power and water hookups.Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping: The park has a 16-unit campground with a restroom, coin-operated showers and an RV dump station. Each site has a shade ramada, picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each of the 16 campsites has 30 amp and 50 amp power and water hookups. The camping limit is seven days in a 30-day period. Individual campsite water is typically shut off on the last Tuesday of October and turned back on on ther first Tuesday of April, weather dependant. Water from frost free hydrants available all year long. RV Dump station available all year long. First Come, First Serve Camping: Within the campground loop of the park, there are 4 tent-only campsites that remain first come, first served. The sites share access to the restroom and coin operated showers. Each site has a fire ring and tent pad. Photos and site specifics can be viewed on reservenevada.com. Water for these sites is available from frost free hydrants nearby.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
CampingHikingBikingWildlife viewing and birdingHistoric sites and toursPicnicking
Trails
Hiking/Mountain Biking: 14 miles of hiking/mountain biking trails are available. Experienced hikers may explore the park’s back country above the canyon via the 1.5-mile Overlook Trail. During the summer hikers should be alert for rattlesnakes, particularly along the trails and in the cool shady areas of the park. Also be alert for thunderstorms that may cause flash floods in the canyons. Plan hikes for the morning or evening hours.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
Camping: The park has a 16-unit campground with a restroom, coin-operated showers and an RV dump station. Each site has a shade ramada, picnic table, fire ring and grill. Each of the 16 campsites has 30 amp and 50 amp power and water hookups. The camping limit is seven days in a 30-day period. Individual campsite water is typically shut off on the last Tuesday of October and turned back on on ther first Tuesday of April, weather dependant. Water from frost free hydrants available all year long. RV Dump station available all year long. First Come, First Serve Camping: Within the campground loop of the park, there are 4 tent-only campsites that remain first come, first served. The sites share access to the restroom and coin operated showers. Each site has a fire ring and tent pad. Photos and site specifics can be viewed on reservenevada.com. Water for these sites is available from frost free hydrants nearby. Hours: Campground Accessible 24/7, Day Use Area Open Daily 8 a.m. to Sunset
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles. Pets are not allowed in buildings or in the wading pond. There is no lifeguard on duty. Fires must be contained within grills. Gathering firewood is not permitted. Horseshoes and volleyball are confined to designated areas. Detailed rules and regulations are posted at the park or may be viewing the Park Rules page.
Getting there
- Address
- 9056 Kershaw Canyon Rd
Caliente, NV 89008 - Nearest town
- Ivins — about 54 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.5889, -114.5213
- Phone
- (775) 726-3564
- krsp@parks.nv.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Nevada State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Nevada State Parks 'Explore Parks' directory (park cards; slug = officialId) plus each park page for title/designation/coordinates
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology