The Lighthouse Hotel was the first hotel in Garnett, built in 1858.
It is now a private residence, and is listed on the National Registry of Historical Places.
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Santa Fe Depot
tThe Santa Fe Depot was renovated in 1996 and serves as a tourist information center and resting place for The Spirit Trail users. The are picnic facilities, restrooms, concession area (vending machines), and trail lounge.
Garnett, KS Railroad HistoryPrairie Spirit Trail
Prairie Spirit TrailThe Prairie Spirit Trail offers biking and hiking enthusiasts, runners, bird watchers and nature lovers a new Kansas outdoor adventure. From Ottawa to Iola, the Prairie Spirit Trail encompasses 50 miles of trail.
Garnett, KS TrailsAnderson County Historical Society Museum
The Anderson County Historical Society acquired the Longfellow School building in 1993 which was originally built in 1885. When a fire destroyed the school in 1924
Garnett, KS MuseumsHarris House
Built in 1888 by Peter Brandt, the Victorian style house was donated to the Anderson County Historical Society by the Dr. C. B. Harris family. Refurbished in 1986
Garnett, KS Famous HomesLake Garnett
Constructed by Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, Lake Garnett has a surface area of over 55 acres. The lake provides camping facilities, electric and water hookups, and a sanitary dump station. Camping, permits are required and game fish are stocked in Garnett'
Garnett, KS RecreationThings to do near Garnett, KS
Wolf Creek Environmental Education Area
The Environmental Education Area provides an excellent opportunity to experience and learn about the nature of eastern Kansas...
Coffeyville Parks
Walter Johnson Park - Campground with full RV hookups, restrooms, fairgrounds, arena, playground, horseshoe pits, recreation ...
Indian Plains Golf Course
Indian Plains Golf Course is a nine hole public (6167 yards, par 71) golf course located at the north end of the City. The c...