For history, recreation and ample wildlife, discover this western section of the state that bisects the beautiful Gypsum Hills. 

Lake Coldwater
The only lake in southwest Kansas that allows water-related sports.


Carry A. Nation Home & Stockade Museum
The infamous Carry Nation lived in Medicine Lodge, where she embarded on tirades against alcohol and smashed saloons.  A museum replica of an 1873 stockade includes historical artifacts.

More Fun Near the Byway

Scenic Places
Barbor State Fishing Lake and Wildlife Area (Medicine Lodge)
Flower Pot Mound (Medicine Lodge)
Red Cedar Nature Trail (Medicine Lodge)
Scinc Byway Overlook and Turn Out (Medicine Lodge)
Twin Peaks (Medicine Lodge)

Points of Interest
Comanche County Historical Museum (Coldwater)
Heritage Park (Coldwater)
Stan Herd Murals (Coldwater & Wilmore)
Memorial Peace Park (Medicine Lodge)
Wisner Fountain (Medicine Lodge)

Events
Gypsum Hills Trail Rides (Barber County)
Annual Spring Wildflower Tour (Medicine Lodge)
Indian Summer Days (Medicine Lodge)
Kansas Championship Ranch Rodeo (Medicine Lodge)
Peace Treaty Pageant (Medicine Lodge)

Recreational Activites
Fishing and Hunting at Barbor State Fishing Lake and Wildlife Area.
Boating and camping at Lake Coldwater.