A WHOLE COUNTRY OF REASONS TO GO

Flint Hills Scenic Byway

Kansas
National Scenic Byway
Where to stay →
Scenic header: The Vast Tallgrass Prairie in the Flint Hills · Public Domain. Photo by Mike Blair, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks · Photo credits
A GOOD REASON TO GO

National Scenic Byway

Gateway to the tallgrass prairie, the Flint Hills Scenic Byway offers travelers an unchanged view of the grasslands of the Great Plains. Explore historic sites, quaint towns, and scenic vistas as you discover where the West truly begins.

The vastness of the Tallgrass Prairie can only be seen to fully appreciate its grandeur. As the last large contiguous remnant of tallgrass prairie on earth, the Flint Hills Tallgrass Prairie offers an unspoiled landscape of serene natural beauty.
The Vast Tallgrass Prairie in the Flint Hills
Public Domain. Photo by Mike Blair, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks

Before you go

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.

Where to stay →Official visitor information ↗

Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.