Cedar Creek Falls
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Cedar Creek Falls is formed by an overflow dam on Cedar Creek in southwest Olathe, Kansas just above Lake Olathe. There is a flow of water year around, but Cedar Creek Falls is most impressive in the spring or after a heavy rain. Lake Olathe is a 170 acre lake surrounded by a 208 acre community park. Olathe Lake has fishing for bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, flathead catfish, green sunfish, largemouth bass, saugeye and wiper – this spot just below the falls is just one of the popular fishing spots on the lake. Cedar Creek Falls is located at 143rd street Olathe Kansas. For more information, click here.
Geary Waterfall
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Located south of Junction City in Kansas, Geary Waterfall is one of the most enthralling waterfalls you will find in the state. It is sourced from the Geary Fishing Lake outlet and is active during spring or after a massive rainfall. This waterfall is stunning. There are some trails you can take to reach the fall, although you may face steep slopes and mud. Water runs off the falls and seeps through the boulders to create tiny crystal falls. Geary Lake Falls is located south of Junction City. For more information, click here.
Drury Dam Waterfall
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This beautiful overflow waterfall is sourced from the Chikaskia River Dam. It is in Drury, close to the border between Kansas and Oklahoma. Drury Park, where the dam is built, is located 6.5 miles to the east of Caldwell. This waterfall and its surroundings hold a lot of history. The Drury Mill – ruined by a fire in the 50’s – sits beside the waterfall. In the high rainfall season, the brown waters flow heavily down the cliff, creating a beautifully large puddle of brown-white wash-off; it’s an awe-inspiring site. If you must visit a waterfall in Kansas, be sure to visit Drury first. Drury Dam Waterfall is located at 139-135 W 175th St S, in Caldwell, Kansas. For more information, click here.
Pillsbury Crossing Wildlife Area
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One of the most beautiful spots in Kansas is the Deep Creek Waterfall at Pillsbury Crossing Wildlife Area, a few miles southeast of Manhattan, Kansas. The area is a popular destination, for fishing, hiking, and kayaking, or just relaxing next to the falls. Primitive camping is available at Pillsbury Crossing Wildlife Area, but only by special permit. To get to Pillsbury Crossing Wildlife Area from I-70, take exit 316 and go north on Deep Creek Road 5 miles. Turn right on Pillsbury Crossing Road approximately 2 miles to Pillsbury Crossing Lane. These are all dirt roads. For more information, click here.
Angel Falls
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This is one of the most scenic waterfalls in Kansas. Located in Sevenmile Creek, Lansing – close to St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church – Angel Falls is a beautiful cascade brimming with colorful vegetation. There are some trails you can walk through to reach the falls easily. Surrounding the waterfall is an enthralling scenery of green vegetation and shrubs. It is an awe-inspiring sight during spring when there is a lot of water, and during the fall, with dazzling color all around. The best trail to the falls starts next to the church. Angel Falls is located at 900 Ida St, Lansing, KS 66043. For more information, click here.