WaKeeney KOA

The Great Outdoors

Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve is one of the most beautiful prairies in Kansas, with incredible views and a lot of wildlife watching opportunities. This day trip destination is in Kansas Flint Hills, about three hours' drive east of WaKeeney KOA. Explore over 11,000 acres of prairie with a tour or on your own. You can take a bus, go for a hike, or enjoy bicycling. This is a paradise for nature lovers, with over 500 species of plants, about 150 species of birds, plus reptiles and amphibians, and lots of mammals, including bison.Cedar Bluff State Park is a short drive south of WaKeeney KOA, nestled on the shore of Cedar Bluff Reservoir. This state park has two main areas, divided by the lake, with about 800 acres of land. This is a great fishing location when motorhome camping at WaKeeney KOA, and it has two boat ramps available. Other activities you can enjoy here are camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking. This lake is great for jet skiing and kayaking too.Cheyenne Bottoms Refuge is a 90-minute drive southeast when you're camping at WaKeeney KOA. It's a great day trip location, especially if you like nature and photography. This 41,000-acre wetland is an important stopping point for millions of migratory birds annually. Here you can see some incredibly beautiful views and spot endangered species like whooping cranes. In addition to birds, you can see raccoons, deer, beavers, muskrats, mink, western painted turtles, and a variety of snakes. Hunting and fishing, along with bird watching and photography, are the most popular activities here.

Exploring the City

Trego County Historical Society Museum features one of the largest historical collections in the area, which tells the story of the county from the 1800s through today. Here you will see everything from vintage clothing and medical items to military pieces and household goods. Travel back in time when you visit the original Pleasant Valley one-room schoolhouse, relocated in 1997. The museum has a beautiful large mural that you can see, painted by local artists to depict the history of Trego County.Fort Hays State Historic Site is just half an hour's drive east when you're travel trailer camping at WaKeeney KOA. This important historical location dates back to the 1800s and is where many famous military members served, including William “Buffalo Bill’ Cody, numerous African American Buffalo Soldiers, General George A. Custer, and Philip Sheridan. Here you can see many historical artifacts, soldiers’ clothing, weapons, and personal items.Another interesting location close by is the Sternberg Museum of Natural History. This museum showcases the natural history of the planet with an emphasis on the Great Plains. Here you can see some amazing exhibits like Megalodon: The Largest Shark that Ever Lived, Art and the Animal, or Rattlerssss: From Fear to Fascination. Some of the exhibits are temporary, and there are also permanent exhibits that you can visit again and again. Guided tours and educational programs for all ages are also offered.