Laws & Policies

Superintendent's Compendium

The compendium is a document that lists special designations, closures, permit requirements, and other restrictions imposed under discretionary authority of the superintendent.

Read the Superintendent's Compendium.

Enabling Legislation

Read the the Enabling Legislation that established Nicodemus National Historic Site.

Firearms Information

As of February 22, 2010, a new federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws, to legally possess firearms on lands owned by the National Park Service in this park.

Most lands within the boundaries of Nicodemus National Historic Site are privately owned or owned by other government entities. It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit the Kansas state websites.

Concealed Carry - Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt

Firearms: Frequently Asked Questions