High Plains

Once the hunting grounds of nomadic Arapaho and Cheyenne Indians, the High Plains is grand in scale. This is a land of vast rolling praries, sculpted by creeks, rivers, and shimmering fields of golden grain. Here you can wander the “Kansas Pyramids” – or Monument Rocks National Landmark – a fossil hunter’s paradise, where prehistoric inland seas once covered the plains. You’ll also come across High Plains towns, rich in history, country charm and some of the most unusual small-town museums in the nation. What’s the best way to get to the High Plains of Kansas? Head northwest and follow a road less traveled.

Start early. Stay late.

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

Goodland

Following a mild county seat "war" the new city of Goodland won the honor following the election in November, 1887, but the town of Eutis, unhappy over the election results,…

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Cities to Explore

Worth the stop.

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

Herndon

Rawlins County has 28,540 acres of walk-in hunting.

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Almena

If you're making Almena, Kansas your vacation destination or just passing through, we welcome you…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Hill City

Located in central Graham County in Northwest Kansas, just north of the picturesque Solomon River…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Atwood

In April, 1879, T.A. Andrews and J.M. Matheny came to Rawlins County. They established a…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Hoxie

"Come visit for a week - and then stay a lifetime!" Hoxie is the present…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Kirwin

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Bird City

Bird City, Kansas, is a small but welcoming town in the northwest corner of the…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Colby

"The Oasis on the Plains""Welcome to Colby!" Take time to experience our progressive community located…

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Explore a County Graham County 3 cities  ·  12 counties in High Plains

Graham County was one of thirty-four counties created by the Legislature in 1867. It was named in honor of Captain…

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Explore a City Herndon 2 attractions  ·  23 cities in High Plains

Rawlins County has 28,540 acres of walk-in hunting.

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