Riverside Park and the Ralph Mitchell Zoo are nestled in the charming town of Independence, Kansas. Established in 1914, Riverside Park offers year-round fun, while the zoo, founded in 1925, provides a free, family-friendly experience every day of the year. The park features a large playground for children and numerous walking paths to explore. […]
Cowley State Fishing Lake is run by the Department of Wildlife and Parks and is conveniently located right off of US-166 near Arkansas City, Kansas. The 84-acre lake was built in was built in 1953 and is surrounded by 113 acres of Flint Hills prairie. This is a free camping spot with a five-day stay limit. […]
