In 1867, a party of travelers were transporting three threshing machines belonging to Brigham Young along the Smoky Hill Trail. While encamped at the base of the cliff, the party was attacked by Indians, who killed all of the men and put the threshing machines to the torch. Pieces of these machines were later found by early settlers.
Outdoor recreational opportunites abound around WaKeeney. The town is located in an area offering some of the best bird hunting anywhere. Cedar Bluff Lake and State Park, thirteen miles south of town, offers great fishing, camping, and boating. While you're there, explore Threshing Machine Canyon?
WaKeeney, KS RecreationThe Emanuel Lutheran Church was constructed in 1902
WaKeeney, KS Historic ChurchesThe cornerstone of the Trego County Courthouse was laid in 1888, and the building was completed in 1889
WaKeeney, KS Historic CourthousesWakeeney has the distinction of having two old- fashioned soda fountains on Main Street. Be a kid again and enjoy an old fashioned ice cream soda!
WaKeeney, KS Soda ShopsBig Creek Golf Course is one of the nicest 9 hole, grass green golf courses in Kansas. Putting greens, a driving range, and rental carts are available. Ladies Day is held on Tuesday afternoon and Men'
WaKeeney, KS Golf CoursesLakewood Discovery Center at Lakewood Park is a unique setting which creates and nurtures curiosity and interest of nature wi...
Lovewell is popular with campers. The area offers excellent shade and provides 117 electric hookup sites, improved primitive ...