Flint Hills Scenic Byway

Flowers soak in the sunshine at Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve along Flint Hills Scenic Byway.

Cattle graze the lush grasses near the Historic Spring Hill Farm and Stock Ranch.

Blue sage soaks in the rays of the sun at Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve along the Flint Hills Scenic Byway.

A lone sunflower stands tall against a partly-cloudy blue sky in the Tallgrass National Preserve in Kansas.

A clear blue sky contrasts nicely with the white limestone architecture of this mission.

Bright yellow flowers pop up along the Kanza Heritage Trail, and Kanza Monument sits along the horizon in the background.

This road sign sits along the Flint Hills Scenic Byway, just east of El Dorado, 18 miles south of the route's beginning in Cassoday, Kansas.

Flint rock wall lines the Flint Hills Scenic Byway.

This kiosk describes the brief history of Cassoday and provides information on the Flint Hills Scenic Byway.

Designed in the French Renaissance Chateau style of architecture, the courthouse stands gallantly against a blue sky.

From May to October on the first Sunday of the month, motorcyclists gather in Cassoday for brunch, visiting, browsing street vendors, and having a wonderful time.

Periodic fire is essential to the preservation of the Tallgrass Prairie. The Prairie Fire Festival celebrates the importance of the flames every year.

Though not open to the public, the Pioneer Bluffs offer a well-preserved example of limestone fencing for those driving by along the Byway.

The Strong City kiosk tells the story of the railroad's importance for the city, the Flint Hills Rodeo, and the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, as well as other important information.

Beckoning travelers into the national preserve, this entry sign hints of the scenic prairie and historic ranching experiences ahead.

The trailhead sign welcomes visitors to take a walk through a vibrant stretch of scenery on a summer's day.

This photo shows the state Scenic Byway logo sign and the Flint Hills Scenic Byway route marker mounted on the state route marker signs.

Locals gather for a Friday night jam session at the Emma Chase Cafe.

A pioneer woman and her two children stand as an example of courage to all those who visit Council Grove.

Built in the 1880s, this eleven-room limestone ranch home stands gracefully on the hillside.

Like a scene straight out of the Old West, this horse comes barreling out of the shoots with a rider clinging to it's back.

One of Kaw Heritage Park's trails meanders beside this creek where the trees hang over the water to create a serene, safe haven.

The vastness of the Tallgrass Prairie can only be seen to fully appreciate its grandeur. As the last large contiguous remnant of tallgrass prairie on earth, the Flint Hills Tallgrass Prairie offers an unspoiled landscape of serene natural beauty.

A cowboy overlooks camp as the sun sets on another day's hard work.

Cattle in pasture near Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Chase County, Kansas.

Chase County Courthouse in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas.

Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Chase County, Kansas.

Fall at Chase State Fishing Lake in Chase County, Kansas.

A fall sunrise at Chase State Fishing Lake in Chase County, Kansas.

Waterfall at Chase State Fishing Lake in Chase County, Kansas.

Cottonwood River dam in Chase County, Kansas.

Limestone bridge across Cottonwood River in Chase County, Kansas.

County road near Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Chase County, Kansas.

Cowboy in pasture near Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Kansas.

Cowboys in pasture near Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Kansas.

Cyclists compete in race held near Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Kansas.

Cyclist competes in race held near Flint Hills National Scenic Byway in Kansas.