Park News
Special Notice:
2012 Licenses and Permits may be purchased at the park office, online at www.kdwpt.ksoutdoors.comor at any license vendor. Vendor information is available at Locations to Buy License/Permits. 2012 Second Annual Vehicle permits will no longer be offered at a discounted price. Great gift ideas!
Licenses and permits may be purchased in Scott City at the following vendors: Scott County Clerk, Alco, Pamida, Scott County Hardware and Wild Wings Hunting.
A new reservation system for cabin and camping reservations for all Kansas State Parks at http://www.reserveamerica.com.
Circle Drive and Lakeview campgrounds are now open for the summer. The Beach Shower building is also open.
The Navajo and Taos cabins availability info / reservations may be made at: ReserveAmerica.com or www.kdwpt.ksoutdoors.com
Navajo and Taos cabins: Each cabin rents for $75.00 per night with a $12.00 reservation fee. Weekends require the reservation for two nights and holiday weekends require three nights. Each cabin sleeps six and provide a full size bed, futon that lays down to a full size bed, a couch and a twin size murphy bed. Bedding is not provided. Both cabins have air conditioning / heating, restroom with a shower, refridgerator, stove, microwave, pots, pans and dishes. The deck and patio provide a table and chairs, charcoal grill and campfire ring. Bedding and shower items are not provided. Please bring charcoal if you plan to use the grill. Pets are not allowed inside the cabins. Cabins are expected to be cleaned and trash removed prior to leaving. There will be a $50.00 charge if the cabin is not properly cleaned.
RVs and campers are not allowed at the cabin sites. One tent is allowed for household dependants only. A tent pad is provided on the north side of the cabins. Please do not place a tent, volleyball net, horseshoe stakes, etc. in the grass as it may damage the sprinkler system. Two vehicles are allowed per cabinlocation. Any additional vehicles need to park in the parking area by the Shelter House. Please do not park on the grass! No pets are allowed in the cabins and must be in a kennel or on a leash outside at all locations in the park including the cabins. Cabin pictures may be viewed in the photo gallery.
Circle Drive and Lakeview utility campgrounds allow one (1) camping unit or tent per campsite. Tents are not allowed with campers and RVs unless approved by the Park office or Park Manager and must be accompanied with a Special Permit. Vehicle and camping permits may be purchased at the park office or paid via Self Pay located at the park entrances or in the Circle Drive camp ground. Thank you!
REMINDER: Please pick up and properly dispose of your trash. Dumpsters are provided at several locations throughout the park. Thank you!
Pets are not allowed inside the cabins or restrooms! Thank you!
Lake Scott's office is located at the entrance of the Park. Weekday office hours are 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Occasionally durring the off-season park employees attend training and meetings, therefore, the office may be closed. Please call in advance if you are needing licenses or permits to ensure the office is open.
Due to the pine tree disease recently discovered in Western Kansas firewood is not allowed to be brought into the Park with the exception of treated wood or construction scrap wood. Firewood is available at the Beach House provided by the Friend's Group for $5.00 per bundle. Firewood brought into the park may be confiscated and immediately burned. Thank you!
Lake Scott State Park is open year around. Fees may be paid at the park office or at any of the self pay stations.
We are participants of the Kansas Green Team Recycling Program. Aluminum cans may be dropped in the plastic container at the Circle Drive (utility) camp ground. Thank you for recycling!
Lake water level with weir wall.
Park Fees, Permits, & Licenses
Permits and licenses are available at the park office Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Office hours may vary throughout the week due to lack of staff and staff training. Please call before your visit to make sure someone will be available to help you, or if you need assistance with your license: (620) 872-2061.
Daily and annual permits and licenses are available at our park office. Self-pay stations are available when the park office is closed. Don’t forget that the online system is available as well for license purchases from your home.
· If you are purchasing a license for the FIRST TIME, please remember to bring your social security number and driver’s license. If you've already purchased a license, please bring your KDWPT number or social security number and driver’s license. Second Annual Vehicle permits are longer offered or available for 2012.
· Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00. (Closed weekends.) Below are the current prices for the 2012 Off-Season:
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Permits Available |
April 1 - Sept. 30 |
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Daily Permits: |
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Daily Vehicle Permits |
$ 4.20 |
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Senior Daily Vehicle Permits (Must be KS Resident 65 yrs or Older) |
$ 2.85 |
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Disabled Daily Vehicle Permits (Must be KS Resident) |
$ 2.85 |
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Camping Permits: |
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Annual Camping Permit |
$202.50 |
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14 Day Camping Permit |
$101.50 |
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Daily Camping Permit |
$ 8.00 |
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Two Utilities (Electricity & Water) |
$12.00 |
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Transaction fee |
$ 3.00 |
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Annual Vehicle Permits: |
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Annual Vehicle Permits |
$ 24.70 |
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Senior Annual Vehicle Permits (Must be KS Resident 65 yrs or Older) |
$ 13.60 |
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Disabled Annual Vehicle Permits (Must be KS Resident) |
$ 13.60 |
Notices
· Verizon (Alltel) has erected a new cell phone tower at the northeast side of the park. Cell phone service is now available at most park locations.
· Lake Scott State Park is a State Fishing Lake . Please pay attention to state statutes and regulations regarding boating, swimming, and fishing at our lake.
For questions or more info, please contact us at (620) 872-2061 or ScottSP@ksoutdoors.com.
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