Kansas is a wonderful place, but we all know that. However, there is a road trip this year that we think you shouldn’t miss out on. We no longer have the Kansas Sampler Festival, but you won’t find them slacking off when it comes to learning about our state. The whole idea behind this weekend trip is to get people out there and exploring small towns and restaurants, just like we do every day. Let’s check it out!

For this trip, you’ll pick your path through Barber, Comanche, and Kiowa counties for a Kansas-style adventure you’ll never forget. Restaurants with made-from-scratch food, buildings holding decades or centuries of history, amazing nature unique to this area, and some of the best people Kansas has to offer. After all, southern Kansas is a unique place filled with all sorts of reasons to visit. Mark May 3-6 on your calendar this year for The Big Kansas Road Trip, and let’s see what this area’s all about!

The first reason to travel through these three counties? The scenery!
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The Gypsum Hills in Barber County are a real treat, especially if you've only seen the flint hills or flat fields in the rest of the state. It's like a whole other world of nature exists just under our nose.
Not only is the landscape a piece of art, but there's also man made art to be viewed here as well.
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The late M.T. Liggett spent a good portion of his years creating quirky political art about all sorts of topics and people. His stretch of road in Mullinville is one that shouldn't be missed on your journey.

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Another great reason to take this trip is the attractions!
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The Big Well and Greensburg as a whole is a great place to visit on this southern Kansas crawl.
Restaurants like Buster's in Sun City will be open and ready to serve anyone coming through.
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After all, food is a large part of the Kansas experience. We love our food, and the customers that keep our favorite restaurants going. Pick a town on your travels and visit a restaurant just for fun! Who knows, you might just find your new favorite.
Not only does this trip include all those things, but there's plenty of history to see here as well.
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Old buildings in various states of abandonment or reuse, courthouses, and all sorts of historical sites are littered between these three counties.

For more information about the trip and the official brochure, check out The Kansas Sampler’s website.

If you’re just here to grab more ideas for Kansas road trips, check out this list of 9 places to visit on long weekends.

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