Fishing enthusiasts will find access to a small lake at Sand Hills State Park Campground, which also provides hiking and biking trails across its 600-plus acres. The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism operates this established campground near Hutchinson, accepting reservations and welcoming pets. Sites include both pull-through and back-in options with hookups available.
The campground maintains clean facilities according to multiple visitors. "Good, clean restroom/showers," notes one camper, while another confirms "restrooms are clean" with "lots of trash cans" throughout the area. Sites may require leveling blocks, as one reviewer mentions the park "was a little unlevel so definitely need to bring extra wood to level correctly." A free dump station serves RV campers.
Equestrian visitors can access extensive horse trails, making this a horse-friendly destination. The compact campground layout keeps amenities close but limits on-site activities beyond the immediate trail access. Standard overnight rates run $25, though late arrivals may qualify for reduced fees.
For those seeking additional options, campsites around Hutchinson include several RV parks within a few miles, such as Kansas State Fair RV Park for campers wanting proximity to fairground events.
Description
Located just 2 miles northeast of Hutchinson, Sand Hills State Park campground entrance is 2 miles east of K61HWY and 56th Street. This 1,123 acre Park was first established in 1974. For the first 40 years, this Park was maintained as a natural sand hill park with a trail system of 15 miles. Hiking is allowed on all trails and horseback riding is allowed on about 2/3 of the trails. A campground has been established with 64 utility sites. 44 sites have water, sewer, and electricity. 20 sites have just water and sewer. All sites have 50 amp service. 14 sites have horsepens made up of two 12'X12' pens. These 14 sites are Prime Sites with an additional $2/day fee. Twenty of the sites have concrete camping pads and living areas. All site include a fire ring, lantern stand, and picnic table. Upright covered grills will be in place by the summer of 2015. There is a 4 unit family shower building/restroom. Cabins are also on the list for Sand Hills. The campground surrounds a five acre pond stocked with mainly channel catfish.
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
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Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Additional tents may require an additional $10.00 per night fee at check-in.
**2026 CAMPSITES Holiday Minimum Stay Rule:** - **Memorial Day Weekend - 4-night minimum** , customer choice of Thursday through Sunday nights, May 21–24, 2026 or Friday through Monday nights, May 22–25, 2026 - **July 4th Weekend - 3-night minimum,** customer choice of Thursday through Saturday nights, July 2–4, 2026 or Friday through Sunday nights, July 3–5, 2026 - **Labor Day Weekend - 4-night minimum,** customer choice of Thursday through Sunday nights, September 3–6, 2026 or Friday through Monday nights, September 4–7, 2026 **CABIN 2026 Holiday Minimum Stay Rule:** 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 **CABIN 2027 Holiday Minimum Stay Rule:** Memorial Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun May 28, 29, 30; July 4th holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun July 2, 3, 4; Labor Day holiday is Fri/Sat/Sun Sept 3,4, 5
**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.**
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSand Hills State Park Campground is located in Kansas
Directions
Sand Hills State Park is located 2 miles northeast of Hutchinson and 20 miles southwest of McPherson, Kansas. The campground entrance is 2 miles east of K61 HWY and 56th Street.
Address
4207 E. 56th St.
Hutchinson, KS 67502
Coordinates
38.11332653188489 N
97.8558759908955 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/13/26
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/13/26
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 52 min from Wichita, KS
- 1 hr 38 min from Manhattan, KS
- 2 hrs 14 min from Topeka, KS
- 2 hrs 27 min from Enid, OK
