Local Area Recreation Near Goodland KOA Journey

Goodland is a town rich with history, and lots of fun activities for visitors. Check out the city's parks, museums and events - and don't forget to see the world's largest easel!

Sugar Hills Golf Club

Sugar Hills Golf Club

Born in 1921, as a dream of Leo Schisler, Sugar Hills Golf Club, Inc. has morphed from a 9-hole course with sand greens, buffalo grass fairways and trees made of wet sand, to what is now  the finest 18-hole golf course between Hays, KS and Denver, CO. With lush bluegrass fairways and beautiful bent grass greens,  we call Sugar Hills Golf Club The Gem of the Prairie!

6450 Road 16

Goodland, KS 6450 Road 16

785-899-2785

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Smoky Gardens State Fishing Lake

Smoky Gardens State Fishing Lake

Located off Exit 17 going south on Hwy 27. Enjoy fishing, walking the trails, & spending time outdoors.

1747-1799 County Road 54

Goodland, KS 67735

785-899-6334

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Shopping

Shopping

Wal-Mart Super Store and White's Factory Outlet Center are located nearby.  Local shops and antique stores are located not far from the campground.

World's Largest Easel - Featuring Van Gogh's Sunflowers

World's Largest Easel - Featuring Van Gogh's Sunflowers

For the past several years, Goodland, in western Kansas, has been waving at passers-by with the World's Largest Easel (or at least the largest along a U.S. Interstate). It's 80 feet tall, and atop it rests a 32x24-foot representation of one of Van Gogh's "Sunflower" paintings. It's about a half-mile off of I-70, along Hwy 24 near the center of town. Kansas is the "Sunflower State," and Goodland is at the center of the local sunflower industry, so it makes sense.

1901-1917 Cherry Ave

Goodland, KS 67735

785-899-7130

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The Giant Grasshopper

The Giant Grasshopper

Lloyd Harden created the Giant Grasshopper and Palm Tree, along with many other creations. The Ihrig farm just north of Goodland, on Highway 27, bought the grasshopper and tree. Park in their lot and walk to the creations. Don't forget your selfie stick! Head north to Road 79, almost to the county line, and turn south at Road 28. At Road 28, go south two miles to the Kidder Massacre marker.

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Carnegie Arts Center

Carnegie Arts Center

Incorporated in 1978, and housed in a historic Carnegie Library, the Goodland Carnegie Arts Center is an art gallery with an arts and crafts store. They also offer art classes and events and craft experiences throughout the year that you cannot find elsewhere.Their mission is to make the arts accessible to everyone in the community through arts education at the public schools, free community events, concerts, exhibitions, arts advocacy, and community beautification projects. Come visit!

120 West 12th Street

Goodland, KS 67735

785-890-6442

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Kidder Massacre Site

Kidder Massacre Site

The Kidder Massacre occurred near present-day Goodland, Kansas, on July 2, 1867, when Lakota Sioux and Cheyenne warriors attacked a detachment of ten enlisted men and an Indian scout under the leadership of Second Lieutenant Lyman S. Kidder. The fight occurred during Hancock's War on the western plains.

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Land and Sky Scenic Byway

Land and Sky Scenic Byway

Travelers along the Land and Sky Scenic Byway have the opportunity to experience the Wallace Branch of the Great Western Cattle Trail, scale the highest point in Kansas at Mount Sunflower and explore the deep canyons and rugged landscape of the Arikaree Breaks. The byway is also the only one in the state that focuses on agriculture and features thousands of acres of rotating crops, livestock and wildlife along the route.

412 W 10th

Goodland, KS 67735

785-821-4170

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Goodland Activities Center

Goodland Activities Center

The Goodland Activites Center is your complete activities center in Goodland, Kansas. Play a game of basketball, volleyball, racquetball or pool. Association of the City of Goodland Recreation League. Looking for a workout? Look into our aerobics classes or check out the cardio room and weight room. Youth sports include soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, football, tennis, and wrestling. Join our classes in tumbling and taekwondo.

808 Main St.

Goodland, KS 67735

785-890-7242

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High Plains Museum

High Plains Museum

Come and see America's very first helicopter! Established in 1959, the High Plains Museum is a local history repository located near downtown Goodland, Kansas. Owned and operated by the City of Goodland, the High Plains Museum features objects from its collection of over 8,000 objects that represent over one hundred years of Northwestern Kansas history. The High Plains Museum enables adventurers of all ages to discover the rich history of Sherman County, including our country's very first helicopter.

1717 Cherry Ave

Goodland, KS 67735

785-890-4595

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White Eagle Gas Station

White Eagle Gas Station

Rod Cooper moved the White Eagle Gas Station from Kanorado. He and his family have completely restored it and filled the building and grounds with petroliana (oil company memorabilia). All respectful people are welcome to look into the windows and walk the grounds at 17th and Clark.

RV Rentals

RV Rentals

Through our partnership with RVshare, we are excited to offer RV rentals at the Goodland KOA. Choose an RV for your trip, and it will be delivered right to your campsite at the campground!

Click this link to the RVshare website, and find the RV that's perfect for your trip!

The Bricks By Maria

The Bricks By Maria

Come and experience one of the local restaurants that serve traditional American breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

1530 Main St.

Goodland, KS 67735

785-890-2006

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Flatlanders Fall Festival: Car & Bike Show!

Flatlanders Fall Festival: Car & Bike Show!

The Flatlander Fall Festival is a 38-year Topside of Kansas event based on community hospitality, hometown pride, and spirit which has become an annual event attracting thousands of people. The festival joins together different community groups, with multiple events, over a two-day period in Goodland, KS.

Maint St and Car Track

Goodland, KS 67735

785-890-3743

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Historic Sherman Theatre

Historic Sherman Theatre

The Sherman Theatre in Goodland, Kansas, is a charming and historic cultural hub that has been entertaining residents and visitors for generations. This iconic venue, nestled in the heart of downtown Goodland, offers a wide range of entertainment options, from classic and new movie screenings to live performances featuring local talent and touring artists. The theater's nostalgic ambiance, with its vintage marquee and art deco design, transports guests back in time while providing modern comfort. Beyond its entertainment offerings, the Sherman Theatre plays a pivotal role in the community's recreational scene, hosting events like film festivals, community gatherings, and special movie nights under the stars in the adjacent park, making it a vital part of Goodland's social and cultural life.

1203 Main St.

Goodland, KS 67735

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