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.

Simple trips are often the best.

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

Chetopa

"Catfish and Pecan Capital" of KansasChetopa is located on the Neosho River in Southeast Kansas at the junction of U.S. 166 and U.S. 59 (400), just 40 miles west of…

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Cities to Explore

More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Altamont

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

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Simple trips are often the best.

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

Chanute

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

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Coffeyville

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

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Columbus

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

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Cherryvale

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

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Burlington

The CITY OF BURLINGTON is a progressive county seat town of approximately 2,800 people and…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Baxter Springs

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

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Caney

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

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Explore a County Cherokee County 2 cities  ·  14 counties in Little Ozarks

Cherokee County is located in the territory that was part of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. The area was then…

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Explore a City Altamont 8 attractions  ·  42 cities in Little Ozarks

If you're making Altamont, Kansas your vacation destination or just passing through, we welcome you to stay for a while…

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