Outdoor Recreation, Nature, and Sports

If enjoying the great outdoors is your thing.....HAYS has it! From unsurpassed upland game hunting to excellent golf courses to wild west rodeos to scenic walking and bike trails, HAYS has it all! If you are an avid sports person who enjoys participating or just watching, you'll find our community has a variety of opportunities for you to choose from.

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Relax and spend an evening watching our famous western Kansas sunsets and enjoy camping under a star filled sky. That is what you will find at one of several campsites located in our area. There are two campgrounds located in Hays, and several other camping areas within 30-40 miles of Hays.

RV Camping in Hays and Immediate Area

El Charro RV Park
2020 E. 8th
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-3423
jdolezal@sbcglobal.net
 
New cement parking slabs
Swimming pool - Laundromat
Cable TV
16 pull through sites – full hook ups
Convenience Store & Gas

Sunflower Creek Campground
501 Vine
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-2312 or
785-635-3423

RV park with 16 full hookups
Showers
Laundromat

Lakeside Campground
Located in Ellis
Interstate 70 - take Exit 145 and go south to 8th Street.
Turn east on 8th Street & go 2 blocks
785-726-4812(Call: M-F 8-5)
785-726-4462

Near Big Creek Lake
Bathhouse
Playground
30 amp electrical hookups
Free dump station
Located in Ellis, 14 miles west of Hays in the Ellis city park.

Surrounding Area Camping

Kansas Wildlife and Parks Office
1426 Hwy 183 Alt
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-8614
www.kdwp.state.ks.us

For information on camping at other State of Kansas Parks, contact the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Office.

Cedar Bluff State Park  -  Kansas State Park Facility
RR 2 Box 76 A
Ellis, KS 67637
785-726-3212
E-Mail Cedar Bluff Park
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
www.naturalkansas.org/cedar.htm

Webster State Park  -  Kansas State Park Facility
1210 Nine Road
Stockton, Kansas 67669-8834
785-425-6775
E-Mail Webster Park
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
www.naturalkansas.org/webster.htm

Wilson State Park  -  Kansas State Park Facility
RR 1 Box 181
Sylvan Grove, KS 67481
785-658-2465
Email Wilson state Park
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
http://www.naturalkansas.org/ncks.htm#Wilson

Kansas Wildlife and Parks Office
1426 Hwy 183 Alt
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-8614
www.kdwp.state.ks.us

Three large lakes within 40 to 50 miles of Hays provide some of the best fishing in the state of Kansas. Fishing in northwest Kansas has something for everyone. From winding creeks and streams to big water reservoirs stocked with a variety fighting game fish, our area has it all. The three largest lakes near Hays include Cedar Bluff Reservoir which is know for it's bass fishing, Wilson Lake which is one of the deepest and clearest lakes in the area, and Webster Reservoir which is north of Hays nestled in the Solomon Valley. These lakes provide excellent crappie fishing as well as white bass, walleye and channel cat fishing. Reservoirs in northwest Kansas were restored to normal levels in the early 1990's after years of low water. The flooded timber and vegetation has provided excellent largemouth bass fishing as well as many other popular sport fish. Channel catfish are the most widespread and nearly every stream, reservoir and small ponds have good numbers of channel catfish. For more information on fishing in Kansas please visit the Kansas Department of Wild Life and Parks Fishing website.

Cedar Bluff State Park - 6,300 Acres
RR 2 Box 76 A
Ellis, KS 67637
785-726-3212
E-Mail Cedar Bluff Park
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
www.naturalkansas.org/cedar.htm

Webster State Park - 3,740 Acres
1210 Nine Road
Stockton, Kansas 67669-8834
785-425-6775
E-Mail Webster Park
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
www.naturalkansas.org/webster.htm

Wilson State Park - 9,040 Acres
RR 1 Box 181
Sylvan Grove, KS 67481
785-658-2465
E-Mail Wilson Park
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
http://www.naturalkansas.org/ncks.htm#Wilson

F.I.S.H. Program – Fishing Impoundment and Stream Habitats is a program designed to increase the fishing opportunities in Kansas. The Kansas F.I.S.H. program began in 1998 and provides access to over 50,000 Kansas farm ponds and 10,000 miles of fishable streams. Each year more F.I.S.H. properties are added to the program to provide access for public fishing on private land from March 1 to October 31. Click here to download a free atlas showing the F.I.S.H. properties in Ellis County.  For a free state wide F.I.S.H. atlas, contact the KWPA – 620-672-5911 or http://www.kdwp.state.ks.us/news/fishing. Anglers must obey all Kansas fishing rules and regulations and respect the rights of the landowners and others using the area. F.I.S.H. areas are for fishing only. Other activities such as hunting, shooting, camping, horseback riding, fires, or dog training are prohibited. Hours are from sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset.

Other smaller lakes and creeks available for fishing within an hour of Hays include:

Big Creek - 4 Acres
South Main (located in Frontier Park)
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-7377

Ellis Big Creek Lake - 100 Acres
East 8th St.
Ellis, KS 67637
785-726-4812

Rooks State Fishing Lake - 64 Acres
36 miles north of Hays, 2 ½ south and 2 miles west of Stockton

Plainville Township Lake - 158 Acres
22 miles north of Hays, 2 miles west of Plainville

Stone Lake - 25 Acres
24 miles south of Hays, 1 mile east of La Crosse

Northwest Kansas is known as "The Pheasant Capital of the World" with the entire state being among the top three pheasant harvest states in the nation! About a million birds are harvested annually. Ringnecks thrive in grain fields, wheat stubble, shelterbelts, weedy areas, and the native grasses found throughout our region. The northwest region of Kansas is also popular for dove, prairie dog, rabbits, coyote, quail, waterfowl, prairie chicken, wild turkey, antelope and deer. Hays, the largest community located in the Northwest region of the state, serves as a great overnight location for hunters, with over 1000 motel rooms, more than 60 restaurants and numerous sports supply businesses. (Please contact our office for a Free information packet on hunting in our area, or check out the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Hunting website for more hunting information.)

Kansas Wildlife and Parks Office
1426 Hwy 183 Alt
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-8614
www.kdwp.state.ks.us

Kansas is consistently in the top three pheasant harvest states in the nation where about a million birds are harvested annually. Northwest Kansas is known as the "Pheasant Capital of the World," and is a prime location for ringneck pheasants.  Ringnecks thrive in grain fields, wheat stubble, shelterbelts, weedy areas, and the native grasses found throughout our region. Other popular small game in Northwest Kansas include: dove, quail, waterfowl, squirrel, rabbit and prairie chicken.

Local landowners participate in a program with the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Department to make private land available to hunters. Hundreds of thousands of acres of land are available to hunters with many prime areas located here in Ellis County. The department posts signs on the property and patrols the area. Hunters must obey the same rules and regulations that apply to public hunting areas. Parking is limited and roads and driveways must not be blocked. Hunters must respect the rights of the property owner and not leave behind trash.  The WIHA land may not be entered outside the posted hunting dates. For a copy of the Walk in Hunting atlas, contact the local KS Wildlife & Parks Department office or www.kdwp.state.ks.us.

Please contact our office for a Free information packet on hunting in our area, or check out the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Hunting website for more hunting information.

For information on Kansas Hunting Seasons explore the Kansas Sportsmen Calendar on the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks website.

Hays City Sportsman's Club
5810 230th Ave - PO Box 974
785-628-1646
www.shoothcsc.com

For more information email: Info@shoothcsc.com
Call: 785-726-3403 or 785-628-8614.

The Hays City Sportsman's Club provides trap, skeet, rifle and pistol ranges to members and guests with shooting clinics and registered events are held throughout the year. In 2006 the club celebrated their 30th year and continues to be active with numerous events such as the Pheasant Season Pre-Season kickoff held on the first Friday in November before the opening day of Pheasant Hunting Season. Three registered shoots are held each year (May, July and September) with the Zone shoot usually held the first weekend of May and the Doubles Marathon held the first weekend of July. The club is open to practice every Monday that weather permits. Trophy shoots are held the 2nd Monday of each month and league shoots are held on the remaining Mondays.  The club facilities have grown to be one of the nicest in the state and feature 7 trap ranges, one skeet range, a 5 stand range, a rifle range, a pistol range, two clubhouses and the adequate seating for spectators and special events.

Aubel-Bickle Park
30th & Sherman
Admission: Free
This park features a paved walking path, multipurpose playground area, large shelter house, restrooms, large grassy open play area, three baseball fields, skateboard and roller hockey park.

Downtown Fitness Walk
starting at Boot Hill (18th & Fort Street)
Click here for map of downtown walking tour  
Admission: Free

A self guided walking tour through the downtown area takes you past many of the historic sites and interesting landmarks that provide accounts of the early days of Hays. The route goes approximately ¾ mile south from Boot Hill to downtown Hays past the 25 bronze markers that are along Fort Street, 10th Street and 11th Street. Stop midway at the Union Pacific Park then go back approximately ½ mile north following Main Street. There are many interesting retail shops, a coffee shop and a convenience store where you can grab a snack or beverage along the way back.

62. Frontier Park
South Main, 1546 E Hwy 40 By-pass
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-7375
fax: 785-628-7377
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free
Frontier Park Info

Various trails along Big Creek wind through the park and join the Hays F.E.E.T Trail and F.H.S.U. Dike trail system. The Frontier Park Nature Trail is approximately 1 ½ miles in length and was established by the Hays Rotary Club in 2011. Signage along the trail provides interpretive information about wildlife and identifies trees, shrubs, grasses and historical points of interest. Frontier Park also features several bridges across the creek, four large park shelters, playground equipment and 89 acres of scenic recreational use areas.
 

19. Fort Hays State University Walking Tour
600 Park
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-4206
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free
www.fhsu.edu

Enjoy a self guided walking tour on the beautiful campus to see the various military markers, sculptures, rose garden, historic buildings made of native limestone and landmarks such as the state record largest spruce tree in Kansas 

32. Hays Medical Center Fitness Trail
2220 Canterbury Drive
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-5000
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free

This ¾ mile fitness trail is located just east of the Hays Medical Center and features several fitness stations to help increase agility and conditioning. The path has a paved surface and is a great place to enjoy nature with plenty of large shade trees, a stream, tall grass field, gazebo rest area and it is also well lit at night.
 

F.H.S.U. Dike Trail
1st & Elm and West 12th
785-628-8202
Free admission.

This path along the dike follows the east edge of Big Creek on the southwest area of Hays and can accommodate bikers and joggers. It goes through the Fort Hays State University campus, past the buffalo herd and through Frontier Park. The route is approximately 1 ¾ miles one way. Access points are located at the far south end of Allen Street and on West 12th Street just to the east of the Big Creek bridge.  

Hays F.E. E.T. Trail
West 12th and West 27th Street 
Free admission.

The trail crosses private and public land and is maintained in a "natural condition" to accommodate both trail bikes and hikers who enjoy a more rugged terrain that winds up and down along the banks of Big Creek. The access points are not clearly marked but are located near the low water bridge crossing on Rome Road as you turn north off West 12th Street. Another access point is on West 27th Street on the south side of the road were 27th Street curves around Big Creek. Venture down along the creek and you will find the trail. One of the most notable sights along the trail is a cottonwood tree that measures over 20' in circumference. Call 785-628-8202 for more information about this trail.

43. O.W.L. (Outdoor Wildlife Learning) Site
O'Loughlin School
1401 Hall
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2510
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free

In 1991 the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks initiated the Outdoor Wildlife Learning Site (OWLS) program to help increase student exposure to native wildlife and plant communities. The OWLS program has been an effective means of establishing additional wildlife habitat and providing an outdoor learning site for the community.  The O.W.L. Site is behind O'Loughlin Elementary School and is accessible to the public between TMP-Marian High School and O'Loughlin School. It has a small stream/pond area, tall grove of trees with a walking path and natural setting for viewing wildlife. Trails are maintained through the tall native prairie grasses that extend to the west of the pond and the F.E.E.T Trail along the banks of Big Creek is within walking distance approximately 500' further to the west (past the TMP-Marian baseball fields) 
 

City of Hays Parks
1546 E. Hwy 40 By-pass
Hays, KS 67601
(785) 628-7375
Fax: 785-628-7377
Parks Dept

The Parks Department for the City of Hays maintains over 25 parks and recreational areas throughout the community. All of the major parks have restroom facilities, playground equipment and picnic shelters. The smaller parks feature scenic landscaping, flower gardens, trash receptacles, open play areas and several have drinking fountains and picnic tables. 

 

62. Frontier Park
South Main, 1546 E Hwy 40 By-pass
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-7375
fax: 785-628-7377
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free
Frontier Park Info

Located on land that was once part of the Fort Hays Military Reservation, Frontier Park today is a very scenic natural looking recreational area with a creek that winds through the 89 acres of land. The park also features several walking trails, bridges, playground equipment, 4 shelter houses and plenty of large shade trees. The Big Creek that flows through the park creates several waterfalls and scenic views. The Hays Parks Department has maintained a buffalo herd for over 40 years. The herd is located in West Frontier Park.

 
48. Sternberg Museum of Natural History
3000 Sternberg Drive
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-4286
Fax: 785-628-451
http://sternberg.fhsu.edu/

Winter Hours
Tuesday-Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Summer Hours - (Memorial Day-Labor Day)
 Monday-Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Admission
$8 for adults (ages 13-59)
$6 for seniors (ages 60+)
$5 for youth (ages 4-12)
$4 for FHSU students (with valid ID)

Free admission for:
Museum Members
Members of ASTC-member museums
Children 3 and under

Located at its new location at 3000 Sternberg Drive is the all-new Sternberg Museum of Natural History, a department of Fort Hays State University. This museum has been a part of Hays since 1914 when the first curator was appointed.

The museum is named in honor of two generations of the Sternberg family that collected some of the most spectacular fossils in the world. Their finds are in most major museums and have played a dominant role in initiating the study of North American fossil vertebrates. George F. Sternberg joined the Kansas State Teachers College in 1927 and established the fossil collection. After his death in 1969, the museum was named to honor this family that gave so much to the science of paleontology.

At this new four-story dome museum, you will experience a recreated day 88 million years ago when the might Tyrannosaurus Rex haunted the land and an Inland Sea covered Kansas.
Visitors can walk among semi-automated life-sized dinosaurs in a fully restored environment and experience the life of some of the most spectacular creatures that ever lived. The large array of fossils the Sternberg Family found through their studies is on display including the famous "fish-within-a-fish."

The Discovery Room allows children and adults to come face-to-face with specimens from the natural world. Highlights of the Discovery Room include live animals of the Great Plains, an unusual selection of plants, children's science periodicals, a state-of-the- art digital weather station, over a thousand resource books and various computer labs. The museum emphasizes education by hosting many traveling exhibits during the year. This means there is always something new and different to learn about.  

The museum is handicap accessible and also features a gift shop.

If your aim is better with a camera than anything you'll enjoy the opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife species in the Hays area. Within an hours' drive you will find over 10 lakes, wildlife areas and observation possibilities.

Some of the local favorite areas to go bird watching and enjoy seeing wildlife are:Frontier Park, Outdoor Wildlife Learning Site, Hays Medical Center Fitness Trail, Fort Hays State University Big Creek and the KSU Ag Research Center.

For more information, contact the Kansas Wildlife and Parks office:

Kansas Wildlife and Parks
Rt. 2/Box 338
Hays, Kansas 67601
(785)-628-8614
www.kdwp.state.ks.us

31. City of Hays Parks Department
East Hwy 40 Bypass
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-7375
Fax: 785-628-7377
Parks Dept

Bickle/Schmidt Sports Complex
1376 Hwy 40
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2650
Fax: 785-623-2650
http://haysrec.org/

Construction of the Bickle/Schmidt Sports Complex began in 2010 and completed in the fall of 2011. This brand new facility sits on 120 acres of ground and is located just northwest of Gross Memorial Coliseum on the western edge of Hays at the intersection of Old Hwy 40 and the Hwy 183 by-pass. It is the home of the Fort Hays State University soccer stadium and features some of the best recreational facilities in western Kansas. The complex includes eight (8) baseball/softball fields with 300' fences, bullpens, two (2) concession/restroom facilities, covered spectator seating, playground features and state of the art ball fields and lights.  Also, it is home to the Nex-Tech Wireless soccer/football fields which include eight (8) full size soccer/football fields and concession/restroom facility. The sports complex accommodates both youth and adult softball, baseball, soccer and football tournaments in addition it is home to the Hays Recreation Commission youth and adult league games for all outdoor sports. 
Right next door is the new state of the art Fort Hays State University soccer stadium which is used by both the FHSU men and women's soccer teams. The FHSU soccer facility features a NCAA regulations lighted field with synthetic turf, seating capacity for 500+, concessions and both men's and women's locker rooms.
Other features include a maintenance facility and two parking lots which accommodate approximately 1,000 vehicles with an additional 550 spaces at FHSU and grass overflow.  The facility is easy to access from Interstate 70 and from the south via the 183 bypass. There are two entrances into the complex, one from the east off of the 183 bypass or from the south off of old Hwy 40. |
 

30. Hays Recreation Commission
1105 Canterbury
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2650
www.haysrec.org

76. Hays High School
2301 E. 13th
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600
www.hayshighindians.com/

60. Larks Park
4th & Oak
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-2137

www.hdnews.net/larks/


84. Thomas More Prep-Marian High School
1701 Hall St.
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-6577
www.tmp-m.org

Other Baseball/Softball Field Locations

Larks Park
5th and Oak

Frank Stramel Softball Complex
Hwy. 40 & Chetolah Creek

Speier Fields
10th & Vine

Dusty Glassman Ball Park
South Milner Street

Auble Bickle Park
30th & Grant

Ekey Park
19th & Holmes Road

Kiwanis Park
17th & Harvest

Massey Park
16th & Allen

Sunrise Park
19th & MacArthur

22. Gross Memorial Coliseum
Hwy 183 By-pass
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-4186
http://tigersportszone.com/

Gross Memorial Coliseum is the home of the Fort Hays State University Fighting Tigers. The coliseum can seat 8,500 people for concerts and other events and also houses a six-lane synthetic running track used for the Fort Hays State University indoor track and field meets.
Annual sporting events include:
January – Fort Hays State University basketball and wrestling
February - High School 3,2,1A State Wrestling tournament
March – High School 1A Division II boys and girls State Basketball tournament
March – Kansas Special Olympics
April - Fort Hays State University indoor track
September – Fort Hays State University Volleyball
October – High School 1A Division II State Volleyball tournament
December – Fort Hays State University basketball and wrestling


 

30. Hays Recreation Commission
1105 Canterbury
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2650
www.haysrec.org

76. Hays High School
2301 E. 13th
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600
www.hayshighindians.com/

84. Thomas More Prep-Marian High School
1701 Hall St.
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-6577
www.tmp-m.org

Other Outdoor Basketball Courts

Auble Bickle Park
30th & Grant

Frontier Park
Hwy 183 Alt. (South Main)

Hickok Park
26th & Donald

Kiwanis Park
17th & Harvest

Massey Park
16th & Allen

Hays Municipal Park
1st and Main

Daniel G Rupp Memorial Park
33rd & Skyline

Seven Hills Park
33rd & Hillcrest

5. Centennial Lanes
2400 Vine
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-2916

Frontier Park
Hwy 183 Alt
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-7375

68. Rolling Hills Park
41st & Autumn Lane
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-7375

73. Felten Middle School
29th & Fort
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600

37. FHSU Lewis Field
2nd & Elm
Hays, KS 67601
785-628-4050
http://tigersportszone.com/

Lewis Field Stadium is the home of the Fort Hays State University Fighting Tigers. The Stadium also plays host to Hays High School and Thomas More Prep-Marian High School football home games. Lewis Field has also had the honor of hosting the Kansas State High School 2-1 A Football Championships each fall and in 1997 hosted the Kansas Shrine Bowl Game. The Stadium is located on the southeast edge of the university campus at 2nd and Elm Street. (See Community Events for game dates and times.)

76. Hays High School
2301 E. 13th
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600
www.hayshighindians.com

84. Thomas More Prep-Marian High School
1701 Hall Street
Hays KS 67601
785-625-6577
www.tmp-m.org

20. Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course
1450 Golf Course Road
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-9949
Fax: 785-628-6653

46. J R Miniature Golf (Temporarily closed)
1207 Vine
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-3324

45. Precision Valley Golf & Tee-M-Up Golf Range
1500 West 27th
P.O. Box 575
Hays, KS 67601
785-625-4900
877-253-7754
http://www.precisionvalley.com

"Precision Valley Golf Center where the golf season never ends."
The Akers Golf Ranch was the brainchild of Mike Akers and Jason Bell. They cooped an effort to purchase the land, secure finances and built the driving range in 1996. In the spring of 2004 Akers Golf Ranch merged with a group of investors to build Precision Valley Golf Center. The range offers golfers a much needed place to practice and work on their game. The facility features an outdoor driving range which is the only lighted driving range in the area. An 18 hole mini golf course has a 10 foot tall water fall, two fountains, two ponds, as well as several water hazards and many other obstacles.

The 6000 sq. ft building is fully equipped with four state of the art indoor golf simulators that feature 33 of some of the world's most famous golf courses. You can chip, putt, hit your own golf balls with your own clubs all without dealing with the elements of Mother Nature. Precision Valley also has an indoor hunting center that allows you to hunt deer, pheasant, elk, bear and much more. There are two pool tables and one of the largest pro shops in western Kansas with all the leading brands in stock. A great snack bar features appetizers such as pizza, chips and cheese sticks as well as offering a full bar. The inside of the building and all of its amenities are also available for private parties. (Call for details.)
 
The Precision Valley Golf Pro Shop offers great prices and service with equipment from Titleist, Callaway, Taylor Made, Mizuno, Ping, Wilson and many more. Lessons are available.

47. Smoky Hills Country Club  
3303 North Hall, Box 575      
Hays, KS 67601                     
785-625-8297 – fax: 785-625-7379
www.smokyhillcc.com

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(18 Holes - Par 71)
For green fees and tee times call: (785) 625-8297

Seven Hills Park
33rd & Hillcrest

West Frontier Park
Hwy 183 Alt

Rolling Plains Motor Speedway - RPM'S
Ellis County Fairgrounds
1344 Fairground Road
Hays, KS 67601
785-639-RACE (7223)
Promoter, Rod Bencken,
785-672-0123 
Track email info@rpmspeedway.net 

Hours: Varies – Races generally start at 7:30 pm
Admission: Call for gate fees.
www.rpmspeedway.net

This is a multi use facility for concerts and all motorsports such as tractor pulls, demolition derbies, tough trucks, motorcycle events and many other functions. The racetrack is a 3/8 mile high bank clay oval dirt track. The racetrack promoter brings in URSS 305 Sprints, IMCA Modified, Stock and Hobby Stock and Bomber races. The grandstand has a seating capacity for more than 4000 people, with restrooms, concessions and a souvenir shop are located on the grounds.
 

Fort Hays State University Rodeo Club

The Fort Hays State University Rodeo Club hosts the NIRA (National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association) rodeo at the college rodeo arena each spring. The event is usually held the third weekend of April and runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

FHSU Department of Agriculture
600 Park
785-628-4196
http://www.fhsu.edu/rodeo
 

Ellis County Fair - KPRA (Kansas Profession Rodeo Association) rodeo

The Ellis County Fair features rodeo entertainment each summer during the third week of July. The KPRA (Kansas Profession Rodeo Association) rodeo is held in conjunction with a Rodeo Queen Coronation. A Kids Ranch Rodeo and Mutton Busting events are also held during the fair. 
www.elliscountyfair.
 

Aubel - Bickle Park
30th & Grant

30. Hays Recreation Commission
1105 Canterbury
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2650
www.haysrec.org

76. Hays High School
2301 E. 13th
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600
www.hayshighindians.com/

Pratt Optimist Soccer Park
5th and Pine
Hays, KS 67601

84. Thomas More Prep-Marian High School
1701 Hall Street
Hays KS 67601
785-625-6577
www.tmp-m.org
 

24. Hays Aquatic Park 
4th & Main
Mailing address
1105 Canterbury
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2653 (Pool)
785-623-2650 (HRC Office)
Fax: 785-623-2657

Hours of Operation
May 28th, 2011 thru August 17th, 2011

12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.   Monday-Saturday
1:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.    Sundays

Wilson Swimming Pool
28th & Fort
785-625-3644

Multi-purpose pool with diving well, kiddie pool, sunbathing deck and restroom/shower facility. Playground nearby.
 

39. Hays Municipal Courts
1st & Main
Hays, KS 67601

73. Felten Middle School 
29th & Fort
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600

22. FHSU Courts
West Hwy Alt 183
Hays, KS 67601
http://tigersportszone.com/

76. Hays High School
2301 E. 13th
Hays, KS 67601
785-623-2600
www.hayshighindians.com/
 

Lewis Field Stadium
2nd & Elm Street
785-628-4050
http://tigersportszone.com/

Hays High School Track
2301 E. 13th
785-623-2600

Felten Middle School Field
201 W. 29th Street
785-623-2450
 

Aubel - Bickle Park
30th & Grant

Frontier Park
Hwy 183 Alt.
 
Kiwanis Park
17th & Harvest

Daniel G Rupp Memorial Park
33rd & Skyline