Highlighted by wooded trails and the bends of the Little Arkansas River, Harvey County West Park is a natural gem in the northwestern portion of the County.

With a 16-acre pond and the river, West Park offers a range of difficulty level for fishers. The West Park Bait Shop is open seasonally to help supply visitors.

Campers will find sites both primitive and with electricity, with access to restrooms and bathhouses. The climate-controlled Community Building can be rented for special occasions. Its amenities include a stove, refrigerator, sink, microwave, wood-burning fireplace and restrooms. West Park also houses two other closed shelters as well as open shelters. Follow this link for additional information on renting at our facilities. 

Hiking, biking and horseback trails at West Park can take adventurers on paths with views of the lake, the river and through shaded, wooded areas. The trails at the park are mapped at getoutdoorskansas.org.  

Additional amenities include a softball diamond and playground equipment. West Park has also hosted the Trappers Rendezvous for the Boy Scouts of America for more than 40 years. 

Boating, camping and horseback riding are subject to fees. Fishing requires a state-issued fishing license.

The 310-acre West Park is the original Harvey County Park.