Sharon Springs

Historically, Sharon Springs was the land of many springs in the days of the early settlers. They compared it with several places in Isreal. Originally known as Eagle Tail for the creek which flowed nearby, the town changed to Sharon Springs for some nearby sulfur springs and for Sharon Springs, New York, as was often done in tribute to the hometown of some of the town company members who established towns out west.

Sharon Springs and Wallace County, in general, have a number of attractions. Sharon Springs is the county seat, where the historic courthouse is located.

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Old Post Cemetery

All that remains of the original Fort Wallace now is the old post cemetery, enclosed by stone walls within the Wallace Township cemetery. In December of 1885, the U.S. Government…

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Things to Do in Sharon Springs

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Old Maid’s Pool

The Old Maid's Pool, an ancient sinkhole long thought to be bottomless, is 125 yards…

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Mt. Sunflower

Mt. Sunflower was designated as Kansas highest point in 1961. A United States Geological Survey…

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Fort Wallace Museum

On the grounds of the Fort Wallace Museum visitors will find the original Pond Creek…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Sharon Springs Golf Course

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Fort Wallace

Fort Wallace was first called Camp Pond Creek and was established in September, 1865, about…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Trail Rides

The historic Butterfield Trail is a popular trail that people still use for trail rides…

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