The 22 Very Best Day Trips You Can Possibly Take In Kansas

We know you're probably thinking about how there's no way there can be 22 awesome day trips in Kansas. Well, we're here to tell you that you're wrong (sorry)! In fact, there's plenty more, too, but we figured "22" is a large enough serving of some of the best day trips in Kansas that fill our state from border to border. You'll love these great ideas for your next epic Kansas day trip:

1. Historic Council Grove

This place is full of rich Kansas history, and that's why it's made it onto the list of Kansas' best day trips. Are you surprised? It's a popular place! More about Council Grove, KS can be found here.

Explore the charming historic town of Council Grove, Kansas in this video from WanderingWalksofWonder:

2. Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead (Overland Park)

A great place to take all the kids, this farmstead remembers how things used to be at the turn of the century, as well as has a few farm animals and updated play equipment for the kids. Learn more about the Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead.

3. Hays Happenings

Hays is a town filled with great food and greater people. Our personal favorites are the Sternberg Museum, and the aquatic park, which also happens to be big hits with the kids.

4. Hutchinson Highlights

Hutchinson isn't a town for everyone, but you can't argue that it doesn't have a lot of fun things for you and your family to do. There's the Cosmosphere, Strataca, and plenty of places to catch a great bite to eat.

5. The Perfection Weekend trip (SC Kansas)

Between two great waterfalls, smokin' barbecue, and a historic courthouse, this trip is a sure winner. Why not give this Kansas road trip a try?

One of the best things to do in Kansas is head to Butcher Falls to enjoy the sounds of rushing water in a peaceful setting. Enjoy a tour in this video from Love My Kansas, Inc.:

6. Sweet Streams Lavender (Bucyrus)

3,000 lavender plants make one heck of a great-smelling garden, and there are plenty of lavender-based products you can purchase directly from the source to help your home smell just like it. Check out Sweet Streams Lavender in our featured article.

7. Webster State Park

Kansas has quite a few state parks, and they're all one of a kind, that's for sure. Webster State Park is a home run when it comes to scenery, which makes it a top getaway location for campers.

8-16. Nine more Kansas State Parks that need a little love

There are nine more state parks here you should visit, though! They need some love and tourist attention, and what better way than to take a weekend to camp out at these gorgeous waterfront spots? Check out our list of a few Kansas state parks on this list!

17. Timber Ridge Adventure Center (Olathe)

This place is amazing! You'll need a reservation, but they offer all sorts of outdoor activities for all ages to participate in. What a way to spend a day! You'll have to see it all for yourself.

18-21. Four different train trips

There are all sorts of train trips you can take right here in Kansas, including one where you'll get to meet Thomas himself. Why not take a day out with your favorite railfan? Check out more about these Kansas day trips by train in our featured article.

Check out the Heart of the Heartlands Museum in Corona, KS in this video from Easy Dave for more Kansas day trips ideas:

22. A 400-mile, 3-day antique sale stretching from East to West

This day trip sounds just crazy! Yes, it's really that long, and it stretches from the Missouri border to the Colorado border in one long line of thrift shops and antique sales. What isn't there to love about this giant sale in Kansas?

If you are looking for spontaneous day trips in Kansas this list is a good place to start. Have you been to any or all of these places yet? Tell us all about the best day trips in Kansas you have discovered! We love hearing from you.