Lake Scott State Park

Lake Scott State Park is a 1,280-acre park in Scott County, Kansas, surrounding the 100-acre, spring-fed Scott State Fishing Lake. The park offers various recreational activities such as camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, and picnicking. It is also home to the remains of the northernmost known Native American pueblo, El Cuartelejo, a National Historic Landmark. The park has several miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding, and a swimming beach with a playground nearby. Visitors can also explore the Steele home, a museum showcasing furniture and tools used by early settlers. The park is an ideal setting for nature lovers and history enthusiasts, with opportunities to observe wildlife, including white-tailed deer, turkeys, and bobcats