I have some good news and some bad news … the good news is that it is FALL. That being said, what could possibly be the bad news? Well, the bad news is that the season flies by way too quickly, meaning if you are wanting to get out and enjoy the changing colors, you don’t want to delay. If you want to make the most out of autumntime in Kansas, grab a hot beverage of your choosing, gas up the car, and take this gorgeous fall foliage road trip in Kansas.

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This road trip is approximately 450 miles long and requires at least seven hours of drive time. However, you will get to enjoy views that take your breath away, making the time in the car well worth it. Plan a few days to fully enjoy this road trip and get ready to enjoy the fall colors in Kansas.
1. Milford Lake (Junction City)
Milford Lake, Kansas, USA
Flickr/Acorns Resort at Milford Lake
You know all about the fishing and recreation opportunities at the state's largest lake ... but did you know it looks THIS colorful during the fall?
2. Louisburg Cider Mill (Louisburg)
Louisburg Cider Mill, 14730 K-68 Hwy, Louisburg, KS 66053, USA
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Not only does the Louisburg Cider Mill have beautiful trees and shrubs, they also have a pumpkin patch, corn maze, and shop filled with all types of apple goodness! (Apple cider and donuts, anyone?)

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3. Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve (Strong City)
Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, 2480B KS-177, Strong City, KS 66869, USA
Flickr/Patrick Emerson
What once covered 400,000 square miles of the country now accounts for only 10,894 acres. .. fortunately for us, this beautiful Tallgrass Prairie is located right in our own backyard (and its fall colors are out-of-this-world).
4. Council Grove Lake (Council Grove)
Council Grove Lake, Township 2, KS 66846, USA
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Tucked away in the Flint Hills is the picturesque Council Grove Lake, which, like Milford Lake, houses a large body of clear water outlined by a variety of trees. This area is one of our favorite places to visit Kansas in the fall.
5. Lindsborg
Lindsborg, KS 67456, USA
Flickr/Patrick Emerson
Like this view from atop Coronado Heights? There is more where that came from within the gorgeously landscaped city limits of Lindsborg.
6. Wilson Lake (Sylvan Grove)
Wilson Lake, Kansas, USA
Flickr/Vincent Parsons
It is hard to decide what we love most about fall at Wilson Lake ... is it the surrounding native prairie? The dramatic cliffs and rocky outcrops? Vibrant shrubbery? We will just say that it is all of the above!

What do you think of this road trip in Kansas? Do you enjoy fall in the Sunflower State? Where do you love to view fall colors in Kansas? Let us know in the comments! And make sure you are prepared before you head on your trip. Check out our ultimate road trip packing guide.

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Where are some other places I can view the fall colors in Kansas?

While the above destinations listed in our fall foliage road trip in Kansas are excellent places to start, they aren’t the only places to view vibrant hues of orange, yellow, red, and more. Some other places to see the fall colors in Kansas include:

  • Eisenhower State Park
  • Cross Timbers State Park
  • Bartlett Arboretum
  • Manhattan, Kansas
  • Overland Park Arboretum
  • Cedar Mill Point

 

What are some of the best things to do in Kansas?

It doesn’t matter if you visit the Sunflower State in the fall or another time of the year, there are so many incredible things to do and places to visit. While I particularly love the fall in Kansas and many of its activities like corn mazes and pumpkin patches, the following are a few other things to do in this great state:

 

What are some other road trips in Kansas I should take?

We love road trips in Kansas! There are so many incredible places to visit around the state and a road trip is one of the best ways to enjoy it. Some of the road trip itineraries that we love to recommend include:

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