LASR - Family Fun - Marshall County, Kansas

Alcove Spring

Alcove Spring is a spring of fresh water flowing from the side of the alcove into the basin below the Naomi Pike 10-12 foot falls, all in a woodland setting. The spring has never been known to dry up, even during severe Kansas droughts. Today, the spring is part of a 223 acre park owned by Alcove Spring Historical Trust and operated by its Preservation Association.

Big Blue River

Indians called the much used Oregan Trail "the white-topped wagon road." The trail snaked its way across Marshall County and emigrants crossed the Blue River at the Independence Crossing, located one half mile west of Alcove Spring. There the travelers made their first major stop after leaving Independence.

Cottonwood Tree

The largest cottonwood tree in Kansas is found in Blue Rapid's Riverside Park. The Park hosts a campsite and offers trailer hook-ups.

Guittard Station

As stop on the Overland and Pony Express trails. Located north of Beattie.

Vermillion Rodeo

First Weekend after Labor Day. Rodeo Events: Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Team Roping, Calf Roping, and Bull Dogging. PLUS, for the little cowboys and cowgirls--Mutton Busting (Sheep Riding), limited to 12 entrants, 5-6 year olds on Friday and 7-8 year olds on Saturday. 6-RV Hook-ups available.

"Gateway to Tuttle Creek Reservoir"

For visitors from Omaha, Lincoln and other Nebraska cities. Tuttle Creek Dam is 40 miles south of Marysville on Kansas Hwy. 77. The Reservoir provides hunting, fishing, boating, and camping.

Riverside Park

(Marshall County Fair Grounds) Site of the 1913 Chicago White Sox vs. New York Giants ball game. Ball diamond is still in use. Caboose is also located in the park.