Gunn Park

Gunn Park, the state’s largest municipal park is a beautiful 155-acre recreation area that features seven shelter houses, two lakes for fishing and multiple playground areas!

Camping Sites

First come, first served for camping sites. No reservations.

There are 10 camping sites available with electricity and water.

All spots are 50 amp, with water hookups. Primitive tent camping is also available.

RV campsites are $20/ night. Tent campsites are $5. Payment drop box is on the premises.

Maximum stay is 14 days.

Additional Camping sites

Bourbon County Fairgrounds                                                                                                                                                                                                  2102 Huntington Blvd, Fort Scott (across from Fort Scott Community College)

• Electric hookup is $20 per night/per unit
• There are 93 outlets total (11 50-amp., 62 30-amp., 20 20-amp. outlets)
• Free RV dump station. Water is available on the grounds
• 2 on-site buildings available for rent, one with full kitchen facilities

Disc Golf

The Gunn Park Disc Golf Course is an 18-hole mix of wooded areas and open fairways featuring Mach III targets. The course is challenging and fun to play. The Gunn Park Open Tournament normally happens twice each year, in April and September. Another smaller disc golf course is located at the Fort Scott Middle School.

Fishing

Playgrounds

There are several playground areas located throughout the park with updated equipment.

Trails

Approximately, 6.5 miles of single track, mountain bike trails have been added in the timber, and along the Marmaton River. These trails provide adventure and exercise for mountain bike riders, trail runners as well as hikers.

Shelter Houses

Gunn Park has 7 shelter houses, 4 are enclosed shelters and 3 are open shelters. Shelters can be reserved at City Hall.

History