Kansas Has A New State Park: Everything You Need To Know

If you’ve spent much time in the Sunflower State, you’re well aware of what a beautiful place it is. We don’t need House Bills or official titles to tell us that! Still, it feels good to be recognized on a national scale and to have Kansas appear in the news for something positive. Recently, you may have spotted some headlines regarding Kansas State House Bill 2039, which was signed into law by Governor Laura Kelly in July 2023. The bill officially declared Lehigh Portland in Iola to be the newest state park in Kansas. There are now 28 state parks in Kansas, each of which offers its own unique draws, from strange rock formations to historical significance. Let’s take a closer look at what makes Lehigh Portland State Park so special and worthy of recognition:

For more information about the newest state park in Kansas, check out the Travel Kansas website. You can get more information about the trails at Lehigh Portland from Alltrails, and if you’re an avid hiker, make sure you take advantage of a free trial of Alltrails+. This invaluable premium service lets you enjoy benefits like downloadable trail maps and alerts if you make a wrong turn.

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Lehigh-Portland State Park, 1600th Street &, Nebraska Rd, Iola, KS 66749, USA