Established Camping
Prairie View — Milford State Park
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**COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY, SUCH AS THE RENTING OF SITES AND RESELLING SAID RESERVATION, IS OCCURRING ON STATE PARK PROPERTY THAT IS AGAINST AGENCY REGULATIONS. KDWPT REGULATION K.A.R. 115-8-19 STATES THAT NO PERSON SHALL ADVERTISE, ENGAGE IN, OR SOLICIT ANY BUSINESS, OR MAKE A CHARGE FOR ANY EVENT OR SERVICE EXCEPT AS AUTHORIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT-ON-DEPARTMENT LANDS AND WATERS. PERSONS OR BUSINESSES FOUND TO BE ENGAGING IN THIS ACTIVITY CAN BE TICKETED RESULTING IN A COURT APPEARANCE AND RELATED FINES/COSTS.**
CAMPSITES Holiday Minimum Stay Rule: Memorial Weekend 4 night minimum May 22, 23, 24, 25; July 4th Weekend 3 night minimum July 3, July 4, July 5; Labor Day weekend 3 night minimum Aug 29, Aug 30, Aug 31. CABIN Holiday Minimum Stay Rule for 2025 holidays are: Memorial Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun May 23, 24, 25; July 4th holiday is Fri/Sat July 4, 5; Labor Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun Aug 29, 30, 31. CABIN Holiday Minimum Stay Rule for 2026 holidays are: Memorial Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun May 22, 23, 24; July 4th holiday is Fri/Sat July 3, 4; Labor Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun Sept 4,5, 6
Additional tents may require an additional $10.00 per night fee at check-in.
Prairie View — Milford State Park, near Junction City, Kansas, is a fantastic spot for families and outdoor lovers alike. With its scenic views of Milford Lake, you can expect a mix of relaxation and adventure right at your campsite.
The campground offers well-equipped sites with electric and water hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, making it easy to settle in and enjoy your stay. Visitors rave about the fishing opportunities, with some catching big catfish right from the shore. Plus, there’s a splash pad for the kids and plenty of trails for hiking or horseback riding, ensuring everyone has something to do.
If you’re into wildlife, keep your eyes peeled for blue herons and even eagles soaring overhead. The sunsets here are a sight to behold, providing a perfect backdrop for evening campfires. Just remember to check conditions before you arrive, especially during the rainy season, as some sites can be prone to flooding.
With its peaceful atmosphere and access to outdoor activities, Prairie View is a solid choice for your next camping trip. Whether you’re fishing, hiking, or just soaking in the views, you’ll find plenty to love about this campground.
Description
Milford State Park is a 1,084-acre multipurpose recreation area located at the southeast end of Milford Reservoir. The park comprises 8 campgrounds with 91 electric and water hook-ups, 51 electric, water, and sewer hook-ups, 92 primitive campsites, and ten cabins. Fees required for the state park include vehicle permits, camping and utility permits, special event permits, and reservation fees. Permits may be purchased at the Milford State Park Office, Gatehouse, Self-Pay station, or camphost.
MILFORD STATE PARK GENERAL INFORMATION
- Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm.
- Gatehouse is open during the peak season; operation hours vary.
- There is a 24/7 self-pay station (cash only) located adjacent to the State Park Office building.
- All motorized vehicles (gas or electric) operated within state parks must be registered (having a license plate) and must purchase and display a valid state park vehicle permit. Vehicle permits are not included in the cabin, campsite, or shelter reservation fees.
- Unconventional Park Permit required on all vehicle classes which qualify for the unconventional vehicle permit are work site utility vehicles including UTV’s, and low-speed vehicles including golf carts. ATV’s cannot receive one of these permits.
- Only one camping unit per site is included in the reservation fees. Additional camping units may be allowed with additional fees.
- Quiet hours are 11pm to 6am. Actions which alarm, anger, or disturb others are prohibited. Generators cannot be used during quiet hours. Failure to comply may result in expulsion from the park.
CABIN INFORMATION
- Your cabin door code is the last four digits of your phone number on file for your reservation. Check-in is after 4pm, check-out is by 12pm.
- Bed linens and towels are not provided, you must bring your own.
- Smoking is PROHIBITED in cabins.
- The cabin must be clean prior to departure and all trash removed. You are responsible for full payment of any damages incurred during the length of stay. Damages will be billed to the renter for payment.
- Pets and pet carriers are NOT allowed inside or on the porches of cabins. Pet Friendly Fee of $50.00 is due at least 48 hours PRIOR to check-in FOR BIG OAK AND PINTO CABINS ONLY, if bringing a pet.
KS STATE PARKS REGULATIONS SUMMARY
- Camping is allowed only in designated areas and is subject to restrictions as posted. All camping units are limited to a stay of not more than 14 consecutive days. A 5-day absence is required before returning to the campground/campsite.
- Fires are allowed in provided fire rings and cooking grills only.
- Swimming is allowed in designated areas. Alcohol is prohibited on our swimming beaches or in waters designated by buoys or other markers as swimming areas.
- Pets must always be restrained by a camper, cage, leash, or tethered chain no longer than 10 feet. They are not allowed on swimming beaches or swimming areas that are marked by buoys or other markers or in public buildings or structures. Dogs participating in authorized activities or assisting the visually or hearing impaired are not subject to these restrictions.
- A special event permit is required for any event involving entrance fees, exclusive use of an area, sales, organized competition, amplified sound, or reservation of a specific site or facility.
- Fishing is prohibited on boat ramps, courtesy docks, swimming beaches, and in swimming areas marked with buoys. Fish may only be cleaned at designated fish cleaning stations or other locations as posted.
- Fireworks are prohibited.
- Digging holes, removing, or defacing geological formations, archeological relics or ruins, or vegetation (except for noncommercial use of edible wild plants, wild fruits, nuts, or fungi) is prohibited
- Firearms may only be discharged in areas specifically designated for hunting or target practice.
- All litter must be disposed of in provided trash containers. If no bins are provided, patrons must carry their trash out with them.
- Dumping of black and grey water is prohibited.
- A complete list of regulations may be viewed and printed online at https://ksoutdoors.com/State-Parks/Park-Regulations
Location
Prairie View — Milford State Park is located in Kansas
Directions
**DIRECTION** - **From Interstate 70:** Take exit 295 to northbound US 77. Continue northbound on US 77 till you reach the intersection of US 77 and K-57. Turn westbound onto K-57 and merge into the right hand lane. Travel K-57 across the dam. After crossing the dam, take the second left to the state park entrance. - **From southbound Hwy 77:** Exit onto westbound Hwy K-57 after mile marker 161. The state park entrance will be on the right, just past mile marker #1.
Address
3612 State Park Road
Milford, KS 66514
Coordinates
39.09681243 N
96.90001897 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
