This Charming Small Town In Kansas Was Named For A Waterfall

Waterfalls in Kansas aren’t all that common. While we aren’t as flat as people often think we are, we don’t have as many watery cascades as more mountainous states with more dramatic inclines. However, we have some waterfalls in Kansas, one of which inspired the name of a small town. Cottonwood Falls is the largest city in Chase County, but this is a secluded area, and the city’s population is under 1,000. This is such a quintessential charming small town in Kansas, and it’s lovely.

One of the most striking buildings in Cottonwood Falls is the Chase County Courthouse. It was built out of walnut and limestone in 1873 and is the oldest Kansas courthouse still in use.

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This peaceful little town has stunning natural beauty, easy highway access, a museum, and restaurants.

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You’ll find the Chase State Fishing Lake and Wildlife Area within the town. This beautiful little preserve is a lovely place for a hike!

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If there’s been recent rainfall, you’re likely to see some waterfalls here! The easy 0.8-mile trail is quite stunning when the water is flowing heavily.

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The Cottonwood Falls Bridge is a historic piece of architecture that was built in 1914.

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The bridge is open for pedestrians and even has a picnic area nearby. You can catch a glimpse of some more small waterfalls from the bridge.

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This charming small town in Kansas is a wonderful place to visit when you need a change of pace. There’s nothing like getting out of the hustle and bustle of everyday life and escaping to the peace and quiet that only a small town can offer!

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For more information, check out the City of Cottonwood Falls website.