10 Playgrounds in Kansas That You Shouldn't Miss

October 30, 2021 Mollie Coke

See a buffalo up close, live like a cowboy for a day on a working cattle ranch or visit a stagecoach stop on the Sante Fe Trail are just a few of the many vacation experiences possible in this state in America’s heartland. You’ll love the wide-open spaces and the opportunities to engage in a variety of one-of-a-kind experiences in this marvelous state, which has the largest segment of true tallgrass prairie remaining in the U.S. Regardless of where you visit: a major metropolitan area like Kansas City, a college town like Manhattan or Lawrence or engaging places like Wichita, Dodge City and Salina, there are a wide array of attractions and sights nearby. If you want to familiarize yourself with cowboy culture, visit the Boot Hills Museum in Dodge City, dine on all-you-can-eat barbeque and hear songs of the American Cowboy at Diamond W Chuckwagon Supper in Wichita or explore the Dickinson County Heritage Center in Abilene, which has dance halls, gaming rooms and 32 saloons. For outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching and other activities, three of the state’s most popular parks are: Cheney State Park near Wichita; Scott State Park near Scott City and Tuttle Creek State Park near Manhattan.
Restaurants in Kansas

1. King Park

500 N. Ridge Road, Hesston, KS 67062 http://www.hesstonks.org/DEPARTMENTS/ParksRecreation/tabid/9069/Default.aspx
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

King Park

2. Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park

West 87 St Parkway, Lackman Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215 +1 913-541-0209 https://www.facebook.com/SarKoParTrailsPark/
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park

Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park is a wonderful community park in Lenexa. It has facilities offering a variety of recreational opportunities. Some of the main features are: Skateboard park, Disc golf course, Picnic shelters, Aquatic center, and Sand volleyball courts. In construction are Ice rink and tennis courts. The trails are concrete paved and good for walking running. The trails total approximately three miles long. The park is beautiful with a small lake called Rose Pond being the main feature; fishing is allowed with Kansas license. The pedestrian bridge across the pond is beautifully designed. Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park is very apt for leisurely walk or for active sports. It’s next door neighbor is the historic Legler Barn Museum.

3. Burdett Community Park

Michigan Avenue 345th Avenue, Burdett, KS 67523
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Burdett Community Park

4. Lake Shawnee

3137 SE 29th St, Topeka, KS 66605-1815 +1 785-251-2600 http://parks.snco.us/index.aspx?NID=136
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4.5 based on 237 reviews

Lake Shawnee

Reviewed By 892laurenz - Topeka, United States

Enjoyed the walking trail that circles the lake. The Rose Garden was especially nice. I understand that the tulips are lush, but we missed those. Nice

5. Wamego City Park

406 E. 4th Street, Wamego, KS 66547 +1 785-456-2928
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Wamego City Park

12 acre park with 2 acre fishing pond and modern playground. Several features to note: working Dutch Windmill (1879), statues from 1893 Chicago World's Fair (read: Devil in the White City). The Wamego Museum and historical village is nearby and morphed with the park. Children's train and depot. The park is the epicenter for festivals (Tulip festival, OZ Fest, 4th of July, etc).

Reviewed By JudyGokey

Unfortunately was closed. But you could walk around and look inside the buildings. It’s on a beautiful park that provides tables and benches. I cannot tell you how peaceful clean and beautiful this park is!!

6. High Park

N High Park Dr., Derby, KS 67037 +1 316-788-3781 http://www.derbyweb.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/High-Park-7
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

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7. Kiddieland At Lincoln Park

813 Memorial Dr, Pittsburg, KS 66762 +1 620-231-8310
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Kiddieland At Lincoln Park

8. South Park

1141 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS 66044-3041 http://lawrenceks.org/lprd/parks/southpark
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

South Park

Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States

South Park in Lawrence is a beautiful community park with a variety of recreational opportunities. The large park is located south of downtown (hence the name) and is split into two parts by Massachusetts Avenue. A large network of paved paths make it convenient for walking to enjoy the various attractions in the park. There is shade throughout provided by the large and numerous trees. The centerpiece of the park is the gazebo and the Roosevelt Fountain and garden in front of the gazebo. The Lawrence Parks & Recreational Admin office is also located in the park. Do not miss the historical information board located at the south end of the park. The park is a prime location for summer festivals, concerts, and movies during the summer. A large number of picnic benches are spread throughout the park. South Park is a very enjoyable park.

9. Viking Valley

400 Block of North Main, Lindsborg, KS +1 888-227-2227 http://www.lindsborgcity.org/index.aspx?NID=406
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10. Going Bonkers

5515 SW 21st St, Topeka, KS 66604-3743 +1 785-861-7133
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4.0 based on 52 reviews

Going Bonkers

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