Ellis County, KS

Welcome to Ellis County.
Our county is made up of communities with a rich pioneer heritage and a vision for a promising future. Ellis County serves as a regional hub for Northwest Kansas in providing financial, medical, educational, and professional services. In addition, our strong oil and agricultural production profiles Ellis County as a leader in these fields.
Explore Ellis County
Ellis Co. Historical Museum
The Ellis County Historical Society Museum preserves and illustrates local history by housing exhibits of artifacts, collections of documents, photographs, manuscripts and other archival materials that reflect this region's past. The museum displays over 25,000
Hays, KS MuseumsGhost Town of Rome -Townsite Marker
The short lived town of Rome was established in May of 1867, which was approximately 3-4
Hays, KS Ghost TownsWalking Tour of Art Displays
Nearly a dozen art sculptures are located on the beautiful campus of Fort Hays State University. This self guided walking tour is a great way to enjoy the beautiful artwork on the FHSU campus. The interactive map link shows the location of the various pieces of artwork including the unique "
Hays, KS ArtsKansas Postcard Collection
The Kansas Postcard Collection was donated to Fort Hays State University and the community of Hays by the Association of Community Arts Agencies in 2006. The display is located in the FHSU Robbins Center and is one of the largest collections of original Kansas Art in the world. There are 635
Hays, KS ArtsPlymouth Stone Schoolhouse
When the Germans settled on the Kansas high plains over a century ago, after homesteading their farm and establishing a church, the next priority was to build a schoolhouse. This schoolhouse was originally built in Russell County in the 1870'
Hays, KS Historic SchoolhousesRolling Plains Motor Speedway - RPM'S
Rolling Plains Motor Speedway - RPM'S Ellis County Fairgrounds 1344 Fairground Road Hays, KS 67601 785-639-RACE (7223) Promoter, Rod Bencken, 785-672-0123 Track email info@rpmspeedway.net Hours: Varies - Races generally start at 7:30 pm Admission: Call for gate fees.
Hays, KS RacingWalker Air Base Display
The model of the Walker Army Airfield that is on display at Forsyth Library on the campus of Fort Hays State University was completed in October 2000 by Fort Hays State University student Steve Arthur. The Walker Army Airfield was located in Ellis County, about 2 and 1/2
Hays, KS Historic AirfieldsLakeside Campground
Just off I-70 at Exit 145 is Ellis Lakeside Campground. This picturesque campground is nestled along the south bank of Big Creek just two blocks off Washington Street on East 8th. This campground is fully equipped with handicapped accessible showers and bathhouse. The campground has 17
Ellis, KS RV ParksHays F.E.E.T Trail - Walking/Hiking/Biking Trails
There are four locations in Hays to take advantage of walking trails, trek out on a biking path, hike along the creek or enjoy a leisurely walk. The Hays Medical Center Fitness Trail is located behind the Hays Medical Center (2220 Canterbury Drive) and just east of the employee/
Hays, KS ParksMt. Allen Cemetery Tree Swings
As with many of the cemetery stories and records that date back to 100
Hays, KS CemeteriesEllis Parks
Lakeside Campgrounds Located on the banks of Big Creek, offers a serene, picturesque atmosphere. Only a few short blocks from I-70
Ellis, KS Recreation