A unique recreation area unrivaled by other towns at comparable size. The area holds four softball diamonds, tennis and basketball courts, a sand volleyball court, a swimming pool, tot lot playground, and a camping area. It is also home to a riding arena, fairgrounds, football field, go-kart, and rifle/archery range. For several years now for an athletic triathlon, an event that is well attended by athletes from all over the state.
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 TrailsBuilt 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 HomestThe 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 HistoryThe 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 MuseumsThis tour includes wooden sculptures by Gino Salerno, Lady Justice, high above the Anderson County Courthouse, the gardens of...
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