Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

2480B Highway 177 Strong City, KS 66869 620-273-8494620-273-6034 nps.gov/tapr Show Map |

Hours: Hiking Trails open 24/7, buildings open daily 8:30-4:30 (summer) and 9-4:30 (winter)

Admission: Free

The Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is one of the nation’s newest national preserves. It protects one of the last remaining tallgrass ecosystems in the world. Tallgrass prairie once covered 400,000 square miles of North America, but less than 4% remains, primarily here in Chase County.

Explore over 10,000 acres including five hiking trails, a bison herd, abundant wildlife, catch and release fishing areas, as well as an 1881 historic ranch house, limestone barn and outbuildings, and nearby one room schoolhouse. The Preserve was named one of the Eight Wonders of Kansas in 2008.

Small Town, Big Rolls!

Posted 22 hours ago

Toni Schneider works for the community she loves By Brogan Gillmore During the hot spring days of late May, Chase County holds its annual rodeo, with bull riding, mutton busting, calf scrambles and plenty of beer. And in the thick of it all is Toni Schneider, director of the Chase County Chamber of Commerce, and…

SOLD OUT!!

Posted Jun 7, 2019

Annual River Suite Event June 14th THE EVENT IS SOLD OUT! PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW! CALL THE CHAMBER OFFICE AT 620-273-8469 for the waiting list! TICKETS ARE $75 EACH. .

Head to Chase County

Posted May 2, 2019

So much to do this Weekend! https://chasecountychamber.org/events/

Grand Re-opening Celebration, Ribbon Cutting

Posted Apr 25, 2019

April 27th at 4:00, 325 Broadway Cottonwood Falls Come Join Metamorphosis in celebration of the Grand Re-opening of our beautiful new location April 26th from 4-7 pm. Take a tour of the new spa and enjoy complimentary hor d’ oeuvres and beverages. We will be offering special discounts for services. Also, don’t forget to sign…

HS Baseball Alumni Game & Fundraiser Auction

Posted Apr 18, 2019

Weda Skirts at Pioneer Bluffs

Posted Mar 27, 2019

Weda Skirts (formerly “The Skirts”) hail from the Flint Hills, with original music that speaks from–and to–the heart. If you have heard them before – you know not to miss it!If you’ve never heard them – you don’t want to miss it! 4:30 p.m. – Chili Feed • Chili feed – a variety of tasty…

Prairie Pastimes Spring Open House

Posted Mar 27, 2019

It’s spring again – FINALLY – and Prairie PastTimes is ready to say goodbye to winter and return to full time hours. We invite old friends and new to join us at our Spring Open House Saturday March 30, 2019. There are new artists to see, music, refreshments, and a demonstration by one of our…

20th Anniversary Show-Friday Night Music

Posted Mar 27, 2019

Help us celebrate 20 years of this 8 Wonders of Kansas Customs with a Special Concert Program: terrific line-up of over 30 of our regularly-appearing musicians – each sharing their favorite song, followed by an open Jam Session. FREE Admission. Note special 7:00 Start Time (usually is 7:30). Refreshments provided (you’re invited to bring a…

Shop for Your Valentine or Yourself!

Posted Feb 8, 2019

The weather will be beautiful Saturday for a trip to Chase County! Shop for your Valentine or someone special, like yourself! Grab a bite and just enjoy the day! Head on out to Pioneer Bluffs Saturday night for an evening of old fashioned fun! Spend the night at one of our guesthouses, hotel or resort…

Maybe no sun but there will be open signs!

Posted Feb 3, 2019

Chase County is the place to be today! Forecasted high is 64°! Many of the shops in downtown Cottonwood are open for shopping. Don’t forget all the restaurants in both Strong City and Cottonwood Falls are open today, also. What a beautiful day yesterday was. I attended a bridal shower at one of the guest…

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