This little town in western Kansas is nestled next to two amazing natural areas that are perfect for exploring. Any nature lover would dream of living in this little Kansas town and surrounding area. Don’t believe me? Just take a look for yourself! Also, check out our Kansas Nature Lovers group on Facebook where you can share and see other photos that Kansans have taken of our beautiful state. The more, the merrier!
Welcome to Scott City, Kansas, where you have all sorts of incredible nature at your fingertips.
Nyttend/Wikimedia Commons With a population of about 4,000, this amazing town has a lot to offer without ever feeling empty. It’s got amazing people, but the nature surrounding it is absolutely stunning.
About 30 minutes away is the amazing Monument Rocks formation that’s a must-see for any Kansas nature lover.
Patrick Emerson/Flickr These amazing formations are made of Niobrara Chalk, and have been here for longer than we have. There’s so many little fossils to see here, and it’s absolutely stunning any time of day. The open skies frame this formation perfectly.
Even if you’ve seen Monument Rocks before, it only gets better. Lake Scott State Park is another local nature area that’s full of places to explore.
Friends of Lake Scott State Park Facebook Enjoy regular activities such as fishing, sailing, swimming, and hiking.
There’s plenty of area to hike, with 1,020 acres of wildlife area and even a natural spring that feeds the lake.
Friends of Lake Scott State Park Facebook More than 26 archaeological sites have been marked here so far, and places like The Steele House have been preserved to the best of our abilities.
You can also view bison from up close, protected by a wire fence that keeps you separated.
Friends of Lake Scott State Park Facebook While you’re here at the park, you should also stop by El Quartelejo’s pueblo ruins and see just how much history this place holds.
Spend every day exploring the great outdoors while you’re in Scott City, or spend a day exploring the town instead. It’s just so refreshing having all these options for nature nearby.
Angie Schmidt/Google In town, a couple great restaurants to try in between adventures are Tate’s and Grill House. It just wouldn’t be a trip to Scott City without them. There’s never a boring day here, when you can just head over to Lake Scott State Park or another local natural attraction to make your day amazing.
Scott City is in western Kansas, straight north of Garden City. Feel free to come through on your next road trip!
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With a population of about 4,000, this amazing town has a lot to offer without ever feeling empty. It’s got amazing people, but the nature surrounding it is absolutely stunning.
Patrick Emerson/Flickr
These amazing formations are made of Niobrara Chalk, and have been here for longer than we have. There’s so many little fossils to see here, and it’s absolutely stunning any time of day. The open skies frame this formation perfectly.
Friends of Lake Scott State Park Facebook
Enjoy regular activities such as fishing, sailing, swimming, and hiking.
More than 26 archaeological sites have been marked here so far, and places like The Steele House have been preserved to the best of our abilities.
While you’re here at the park, you should also stop by El Quartelejo’s pueblo ruins and see just how much history this place holds.
Angie Schmidt/Google
In town, a couple great restaurants to try in between adventures are Tate’s and Grill House. It just wouldn’t be a trip to Scott City without them. There’s never a boring day here, when you can just head over to Lake Scott State Park or another local natural attraction to make your day amazing.
If you like beautiful Kansas nature scenes, you’ll love this 100 mile nature trail going through the amazing Flint Hills.
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