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Stockton, Kansas

Stockton, Kansas

Small Town Living at its Best Nestled in the valley of the South Fork of the Solomon River at the junction of U.S. Highways 24 and 183, Stockton residents enjoy the peace and quiet of rural living without losing the urban amenities. In addition to its scenic location and its pioneer heritage, Stockton has several features that make it unique.

Stockton, with a population of just under 1,500 people, offers a slower-paced, relaxed lifestyle. Children still ride bikes all over town, neighbors still sit on porches to enjoy quiet evenings, it's small town America at its best. For those who might like to de-stress their lives, Stockton is a wonderful place to call home. Whether it's to retire, own a business, or raise a family, Stockton is a great place to grow.

Stockton is located within an hour's drive of six large man-made lakes with over 40,000 acres of public hunting area. In the immediate vicinity are Webster State Park and Reservoir and Kirwin Reservoir. These facilities offer camping, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. The entire area abounds with pheasant, quail, deer, and wild turkey making this a hunter's paradise each fall.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Rooks County Historical Museum

Rooks County's French Canadian and German ancestry and the region's history can be reviewed at the Museum where the past is preserved for both present and future generations. The museum contains tourist information, local history exhibits, and genealogy capabilities.

Stockton, KS Museums

Old Log Hotel

The Old Log Hotel is Stockton's first hotel erected in 1871. Joseph McNulty, the owner, operated it for cattlemen moving west. The original site is across the street to the north where Stockton High School currently is.

Stockton, KS Pioneer Life

Rooks State Fishing Lake

Camping - Fishing - Hunting - Picnicking
No Fee - Financed by hunting and fishing license sales

Stockton, KS Recreation


Carnegie Library

The Stockton Library was built in 1911 by money received from Andrew Carnegie. In 1984

Stockton, KS Carnegie Libraries

Things to do near Stockton, KS

Jensen/Dahl/Wade Home

The Jensen/Dahl/Wade home in Denmark, Kansas, is a late 1800's limestone home furnished with turn-of-the-century pieces and h...