Post Rock Scenic Byway

The prairies of Kansas are filled with a quiet beauty, but our rolling hills are not naturally filled with timber-bearing trees. As this area began to transform into a haven for grazing cattle, ranchers looked to local natural resources for solutions to fencing needs. Thus, the icons of the Post Rock Scenic Byway were created. Many of these historic limestone post rocks remain as tributes to those that came before, and travelers will get to witness how history has begun to blend in with a quirky, artistic future.

Post Rock Byway Map

Things to do along the way

About the Byway

  • Locations

    • K-232 & 203rd Rd (38.96881, -98.50249)
    • Kansas Originals parking lot at I-70 & K-232 (38.85191, -98.46738)
    • West of Czech Egg on US 40 (38.82419, -98.47301)
  • Driving Directions

    Distance: 18 miles

    Lucas to Wilson: Wilson: Begin at the intersection of K-18 and K-232 in Lucas, KS. Travel south on K-232 for 18 miles towards Wilson, KS, to check out the World’s Largest Czech Egg. Along the way, be sure to stop by Wilson State Park.

    Wilson to Lucas: Access the byway from I-70, exit 206, and take K-232 south 2 miles to Wilson, KS, to check out the World’s Largest Czech Egg. Retrace the route back to I-70 and continue north on K-232 for 16 miles to Lucas, KS. Along the way, be sure to stop by Wilson State Park.

  • Wilson State Park

    Nearly half of the Post Rock byway runs adjacent to Wilson Lake. This incredibly scenic area is full of recreational activities and local hotspots. Perhaps best known for its Switchgrass Moutain Biking Trail, this state park gives adventure seeks a whole new perspective on what Kansas has to offer.

    Wilson

    Terms like “world-class” and “one of the nation’s best” are usually unwarranted. Both are accurate for Wilson State Park.

  • Byway Gallery

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    For more information about the Post Rock Scenic Byway, contact:

    Lucas Area Chamber of Commerce
    postrockscenicbyway@gmail.com
    785-525-6288

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