Many of Atchison's founding fathers, who were also prominent Kansans of the time, are buried in this historic hilltop cemetery.
Atchison, KS CemeteriesOne of 13 Kansas courthouses designed by George P. Washburn, this ashlar limestone building was completed in 1897, and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The clock tower was raised an extra 12 feet from the original design so that it could be seen downtown.
Atchison, KS Historic CourthousesOn the Missouri river, the park offers camping, picnics, and fishing.
Atchison, KS RecreationA 66 acre lake contains largemouth bass, channel catfish, redear sunfish, bluegill sunfish and black crappie. The wildlife area has about 136 acres of grass and timber open to hunting.
Atchison, KS RecreationPrimitive camping is allowed on the south side of the resevoir near the boat ramp. Water is available at several spigots plac...
Swimming and wading are allowed only in the designated swimming beach area within the markers. There is no lifegaurd on duty ...