The Sunflower State is a beautiful place. Many visitors tend to stick to the eastern side of the state, where our bigger cities are. Wichita and Kansas City are great places with some of the best attractions in Kansas. But that doesn’t mean there’s not plenty to admire in the western half of the state. One of our favorite spots in western Kansas is Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park. Tucked away in Logan County, this is one of the newer state parks in Kansas, having just been given that designation in 2018. It’s not nearly as popular as many of the attractions in the more-visited regions of the state, so you’ll likely find it quite secluded if you visit.

This 330-acre park features some of the unique stone formations that western Kansas is known for. They're actually made of chalk, like the famous Monument Rocks.
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Amazingly, this area was once underwater. Long ago, a sea covered this entire region.
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The fossilized remains of swimming reptiles have been discovered here.
The park may appear somewhat barren at first glance, but it's actually home to a host of plant and animal life.
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The park received its name because the chalk formations resemble the ancient walls of Jerusalem.
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This is a beautiful park, but with its somewhat remote location, it doesn't tend to get as many visitors as the attractions near Kansas City and Wichita.
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Next time you're looking to enjoy natural beauty without the crowds, you'll definitely want to make a stop by this secluded state park in Kansas!
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Have you ever visited Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park in Kansas or any of the other chalk formations in western Kansas? Share your experiences in the comments!

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Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park, County Road 400 and Gold Road, Oakley, KS 67748, USA