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For further information contact: Comanche County Economic Development Foundation 1-620-582-2993
Stockade Museum at Medicine Lodge 1-620-886-3553Sunflower RC&D Area, Inc. 1-620-896-7378 or e-mail: [email protected]
Kansas Scenic Byways website: ksbyways.org
This brochure has been funded by the Kansas Department ofTransportation and the Federal Highway Administration through the
Kansas Scenic Byways Program.
The landscape of the Gypsum Hills is truly breath-taking. Two scenic overlooks have been provided for visitors to stop and absorb the grandeur of thisland. No matter what season or time of day, viewersare rewarded. A 20-mile scenic drive off the Bywayaffords additional glimpses of the landscape. The area is noted for its abundant wildflowers inspring and brilliant foliage in autumn.
Such landmarks as Twin Peaks and Flower PotMound dot a landscape marked by mesas andcanyons. The names of creeks reflect the region'sheritage: Cedar, Little Bear, Mule, Indian andNescatunga. At the Byway’s western edge, the landscape changes. The rolling grasslands and farmsof Comanche County mark the transition into theHigh Plans where wide-open spaces and endlessskies offer inspiring sunrises and awesome sunsets.
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Points of Interest Near the Byway
Cultural Sites & ActivitiesBoy Scouts of America Statue of Liberty, Medicine LodgeCarry Nation Home – National Historic Site, Medicine LodgeComanche County Museum, ColdwaterHeritage Park/Comanche County Veterans Memorial, ColdwaterKansas Championship Ranch Rodeo, Medicine Lodge
(last week in September)Medicine Lodge Indian Peace Treaty Pageant and
Intertribal Pow Wow (fall 2003, 2006, 2009, etc.)Peace Treaty Memorial Statue, Medicine LodgeStan Herd Gallery, ProtectionStan Herd Murals, Coldwater, Protection & WilmoreStockade and Carry Nation Museums, Medicine LodgeWilmore Opry, Wilmore (1st Saturday of the month)Wisner Fountain, Medicine Lodge
Natural AmenitiesFlower Pot Mound (viewed from the Scenic Byway)Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway Overlook and Scenic ViewMemorial Peace Park, Medicine LodgeTwin Peaks (visible from the Scenic Byway)Wildflower Tour, Barber County (late spring)
Recreational OpportunitiesBarber State Fishing Lake, Medicine LodgeChief Theatre, ColdwaterHiking, Birding and BackpackingLake Coldwater, Comanche County
Boating, Swimming, Fishing, Camping, SkiingRed Cedar Natural Trail, Medicine LodgeTrail Rides, Barber County
Nearby AttractionsDalton Gang Hideout, MeadePioneer-Krier Museum, AshlandPratt Fish Hatchery, PrattWildlife Education Center and Aquarium, PrattWorld’s Largest Hand Dug Well, GreenburgAntiques, Art Galleries, Drive-in Theatre, Lodging,