Few People Know There's A Beautiful State Park Hiding In This Tiny Kansas Town
By Lisa Sammons|Published June 05, 2023
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Lisa Sammons
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue, particularly fixing stray cats. She also likes reading, playing Pokemon Go, and watching movies. Her dog Cece is the best dog in the whole world. You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
One of the best parts about living in the Sunflower State is how many opportunities for adventure there are – whether you’re in one of our larger cities or are busy exploring some of the amazing small towns in Kansas, there’s truly something for everyone here. The landscape here is dotted with small towns, such as Ozawkie, where life is slow and things feel a bit simpler. Tucked away in Jefferson County, this little town has a population of just over 600 citizens, but there is one attraction that makes this place quite notable: Perry State Park in Ozawkie, KS. This beautiful park is a haven for nature lovers, and it’s only about 20 minutes away from Topeka.
Interestingly enough, Ozawkie is not located where it always has been. The town was first settled by white settlers around 1819, but the town was relocated in 1964 when the Perry Dam Project was approved and the land that was once Ozawkie was flooded.
Perry State Park also offers up more than 100 campsites. There are electric and water hookups available, plus there are several cabins for rent if you prefer the glamping experience.
