Kansas has an unfair reputation as a flyover state, somewhere that’s not worth a stop where there isn’t much to see. Anyone who has spent any time here knows nothing could be further from the truth. We have some remarkably scenic landscapes in the Sunflower State. Though we’re often thought of as perfectly flat, we have some beautiful rolling hills, gorgeous valleys, and, of course, perfectly pristine prairies. If you’re looking for an ideal spot to catch a sunset in the Sunflower State, check out the Konza Prairie Valley Overlook in Manhattan. This little roadside stop has some of the best views in Kansas!
This overlook in Kansas is located on Highway 177. The little visitor’s center has some informative signs telling you about the history of the area.
Joe Riggins/Google Maps
It’s so easy to look out onto this stunning, undeveloped land and imagine how it looked thousands of years ago.
Rick O/Google Maps
Even the name “Konza Prairie” speaks to the land’s history. Konza is another name for the Kansa tribe that inhabited the area that was to become Kansas.
Nate Morton/Google Maps
The Konza Prairie Preserve is more than 8,500 acres of protected lands that are studied by The Nature Conservancy and Kansas State University.
Jose Almanza/Google Maps It’s actually one of the largest studied grassland ecosystems in the country.
The preserve spans four miles in one direction and five in the other. You might even catch a glimpse of bison grazing.
Colette Robinson/Google Maps
From the road, this might just look like a spot to get out and stretch your legs.
Judith O. Ruiz Alvarez/Google Maps
But if you do so, you’ll be treated to some of the most gorgeous views in Kansas.
Terry Franklin/Google Maps
Have you been to the Konza Prairie Valley Overlook? Or do you have any other nominees for “best views in Kansas?” Share your thoughts in the comments!
Kansas has an unfair reputation as a flyover state, somewhere that’s not worth a stop where there isn’t much to see. Anyone who has spent any time here knows nothing could be further from the truth. We have some remarkably scenic landscapes in the Sunflower State. Though we’re often thought of as perfectly flat, we have some beautiful rolling hills, gorgeous valleys, and, of course, perfectly pristine prairies. If you’re looking for an ideal spot to catch a sunset in the Sunflower State, check out the Konza Prairie Valley Overlook in Manhattan. This little roadside stop has some of the best views in Kansas!
Joe Riggins/Google Maps
Rick O/Google Maps
Nate Morton/Google Maps
Jose Almanza/Google Maps
It’s actually one of the largest studied grassland ecosystems in the country.
Colette Robinson/Google Maps
Judith O. Ruiz Alvarez/Google Maps
Terry Franklin/Google Maps
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Address: Konza Prairie Kansas Valley lookout point, 3700 Pillsbury Dr, Manhattan, KS 66502, USA
