You Could Spend Forever Exploring This Kansas Small Town, But We'll Settle For A Weekend
By Lisa Sammons|Published May 30, 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
We’ve got several great larger cities in the Sunflower State, but the small towns in Kansas are what make our state truly great. There are some super-tiny towns scattered throughout the state that only have a population of a few hundred, but today we’re featuring one that’s a little bit larger. The city of Fort Scott is right along the state line with Missouri, about 90 miles south of Kansas City. With a population of around 7,500, there are so many things to do in Fort Scott, Kansas, from historic architecture to charming boutique shops to delicious restaurants and beautiful natural surroundings.
Fort Scott was built around the military fort that shares its name. Today, Fort Scott National Historic Site is a great spot to learn about the history of the area.
Fort Scott National Historic Site, 199 Old Fort Blvd, Fort Scott, KS 66701, USA
Looking to enjoy some time outdoors? Fort Scott's Gunn Park spans 150 acres. There's a lot to do in the park, with miles of trails, campsites, and a disc golf course.
Gunn Park, 1010 Park Ave, Fort Scott, KS 66701, USA
