LASR.net Homepage




Menu

Madison, Kansas

Madison, Kansas

Like the Victorian-era Frazee home at the west end of Main Street, Madison is rich in history. Founded in 1857, the town moved downriver one and one-half miles in 1879 to the newly-constructed Santa Fe railroad. The Missouri-Pacific soon added a line. Already a bustling cattle and farm trade center, Madison became an actual boom town in 1921 with the discovery of oil. The population soared, the housing shortage was acute, and retail businesses multiplied in number to accommodate the feverish growth of the oil field economy. Along with agriculture, oil is still an important part of Madison's economy.

With its combination of lowland timber and upland prairie, the countryside around Madison is full of wildlife that will appeal to the nature lover. Numerous deer, turkey, quail, and prairie chicken attract hunters from across the nation, while fishermen flock to the area's creeks, farm ponds, watersheds, and, of course, the Verdigris River.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Madison City Lake

One and one-half miles south of town, the 114 acre Madison City Lake offers excellent fishing, with camping facilities which include hookups. Enjoy fishing, boating, skiing, and swimming during your stay at Madison City Lake. Contact the Lake Caretaker or the City Clerk.

Madison, KS Recreation

Madison City Pool

Cool off on those hot summer days at the Madison City Pool.

Madison, KS

Madison Country Club

Across from the high school is the Madison Country Club's public nine-hole golf course and clubhouse.

Madison, KS Golf Courses

Santa Fe Depot

Constructed in 1879 and listed on the National Historic Register

Madison, KS Railroad History

Things to do near Madison, KS

Durland Park

Located on East Main Street. This park is a great place to have lunch in the shade and visit some of Council Grove's historic...