13 Of The Most Beautiful Places In Kansas Ready For You To Explore
Sometimes we’re lucky enough to pick a scenic drive when we’re headed across state, but other times we have to search for it ourselves. There’s a wonderful list of beautiful places in Kansas to go if you are looking to immerse yourself in our state’s beauty, and you’re looking at it! Of course, these places are only the start to many beautiful locations all over our state. Have you been to all of these yet?
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This beautiful lake and state park is great for any outdoor activity you like, but adventuring over the curiously shaped rock formations is by far our favorite.
Address: 3 State Park Road, Sylvan Grove, KS 67481
Address: 3 State Park Road, Sylvan Grove, KS 67481
One beautiful fall near an old bridge and an even older town makes Elk Falls a quiet destination, but one we love nonetheless.
Address: Elk Falls, KS 67345
Address: Elk Falls, KS 67345
Our beautiful Flint Hills spans plenty of area in Eastern and Central Kansas, and we recommend exploring as much of it as you can. Just pick a road and go!
Arikaree Breaks lives just north of St. Francis, and there are even little markers to help you find your way to the best parts. Just look at that landscape!
Address: Saint Francis, KS 67756
Address: Saint Francis, KS 67756
In the southwest corner instead, you'll find a beautiful grassland filled with wildflowers and the free breeze of Kansas you'll fall in love with.
Address: 242 US-56, Elkhart, KS 67950
Address: 242 US-56, Elkhart, KS 67950
If you love to dip your feet and shins into the water, then this crossing is the perfect spot to do so. As long as you're careful where you step, it's a great place to feel the water between your toes.
Address: 2464-2484 Pillsbury Crossing Lane, Manhattan, KS 66502
Address: 2464-2484 Pillsbury Crossing Lane, Manhattan, KS 66502
This miniature castle makes the younger ones feel like queens and kings, but those of us who know the story of the journey that marked this location will feel more like explorers. We'd like to imagine Francisco de Coronado would appreciate what we've done with the place.
Address: Lindsborg, KS 67456
Address: Lindsborg, KS 67456
Our beautiful Monument Rocks will always be one of our favorite wonders, and we can't recommend it enough. It's just so breathtaking in person!
Address: Gove 16, Oakley, KS 67748
Address: Gove 16, Oakley, KS 67748
You might not know that Kansas has a handful of recognized wetlands areas, but this one is no less beautiful than the rest. Keep to the trail or risk sinking in the ground!
Address: 1365 N 1250 Road, Lawrence, KS 66046
Address: 1365 N 1250 Road, Lawrence, KS 66046
We all love a good waterfall, which is why Santa Fe Lake is the perfect place for us. The rushing water is all we need to have a relaxing trip.
Address: 11367 SW Shore Drrive, Augusta, KS 67010
Address: 11367 SW Shore Drrive, Augusta, KS 67010
Kanopolis State Park is gorgeous, as the first state park should be, but the Horsethief Trail is really the best part. There are caves and plenty of smooth rock to run your hands over during the hike. It's great for any age, as long as you keep an eye on your footing.
Address: 200 Horsethief Road, Marquette, KS 67464
Address: 200 Horsethief Road, Marquette, KS 67464
This gorgeous state park isn't one of our most popularly mentioned, but the beauty of Kansas scenery and wildflowers can't be beat, especially if you're on horseback.
Address: 4560-4292 E 56th Ave, Buhler, KS 67522
Address: 4560-4292 E 56th Ave, Buhler, KS 67522
If you're like me and sometimes need paved places to walk instead of the natural trails we love so much, then this arboretum is perfect. You'll get to see all sorts of trees and flowers without worrying about twisting your ankle during the process.
Address: 301 N Line Street, Belle Plaine, KS 67013
Address: 301 N Line Street, Belle Plaine, KS 67013
If you’ve been to all of these already, maybe it’s time to do something different, like this 77-mile scenic drive.
