06/03/2026
What is the Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax?
• The Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax is a statewide one-tenth of 1% sales tax providing dedicated funding for Missouri’s 93 state parks and historic sites and soil and water conservation efforts.
• The revenue generated by the sales tax are split equally, with half going to support Missouri state parks and historic sites, and half going to soil and water conservation practices.
• State parks and soil conservation benefit all Missourians: Both encourage greater stewardship of their respective natural resources, avoiding overuse, damage or potential depletion.
• The Missouri Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax funds allow for free entry and funds operations at 93 state park and historic sites including maintenance, development and restoration.
• Missouri’s Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax also supports conservation practices with the Missouri Soil and Water Conservation Districts for landowners to reduce erosion and improve water quality through cost-sharing programs.
• First passed in 1984, Missouri’s Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax requires voter approval every 10 years. (It will expire in 2028 if it is not renewed in 2026.)
Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax | Missouri Department of Natural Resources Jan.16, 2026
