Little Ozarks

Spring bursts forth in Southeast Kansas as the trees and meadows come alive. The shades of green, frame the first flowers of the season in their yellow, red, purple and brilliant whites. Community festivals across the region celebrate this new birth recognizing cherry blossoms, blues, redbuds and drama.

It’s also time to get out your pole and head to the water for some good old fishin’. You’ll come away feeling relaxed and refreshed after a weekend surrounded by still clear water and fresh air.

Explore historic buildings, bridges and museums as you make your way through this unique region with a new discovery just around the bend.

Worth the stop.

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

Burlington

The CITY OF BURLINGTON is a progressive county seat town of approximately 2,800 people and it is growing. Burlington is large enough to offer a variety of activities and services,…

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Cities to Explore

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Chetopa

"Catfish and Pecan Capital" of KansasChetopa is located on the Neosho River in Southeast Kansas…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Columbus

"Help America Discover Columbus" Canoe our quiet waters, enjoy nature at its best. View raccoons,…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Coffeyville

As early as 1803 the present site of Coffeyville was occupied by the Black Dog…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Chanute

Chanute owes its name and existence to a track-laying race between the Leavenworth, Lawrence, and…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Altamont

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

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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Caney

Caney, Kansas is set in a valley surrounded by the Chautauqua Hills on the West,…

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Worth the stop.

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

Baxter Springs

Experience Historic Baxter Springs! Baxter Springs, the largest community in Cherokee County, once was a…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Cherryvale

In May, 1871, the abundance of wild cherry trees along the creeks and in the…

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"Catfish and Pecan Capital" of KansasChetopa is located on the Neosho River in Southeast Kansas at the junction of U.S.…

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