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Two sets of striking rock formations can be found south of Oakley (Monument Rocks) and Quinter (Castle Rock). The photogenic chalk beds are full of fossils and have been named one of the "8 Wonders of Kansas" by the Kansas Sampler Foundation.
Castle Rock is a 70 ft (21 m) tall chalk pillar landmark in Gove County, Kansas, United States. The formation and the nearby badlands are located in the Smoky Hills region of Kansas, which is approximately 11 mi (18 km) south of I-70 near Quinter, Kansas.
Castle rock stands alone but there are some cliffs you can climb for a view of the surrounding area. Around the corner are loads more rocks to wander around. You need a 4x4 to drive the small loop but worth the stop!
This is your first view of Castle Rock if you come from the west. Castle Rock is about 12 miles south of I-70 between Quinter and Collyer, Kansas. The Kansas countryside gets much wilder as soon as you get away from I-70. This interesting chalk formation is on private range land.
These otherworldly limestone formations jut out from the Kansas prairie. Utilized as a landmark for Native Americans and European settlers for centuries, Castle Rock itself stands 70-feet high...
Standing as a sentinel of the Kansas plains, Castle Rock brings to mind images of the rugged old West - Native Americans hunting buffalo, early settlers looking for a place to call home, and miners heading west in search of gold.
Scattered chalk spires, hoodoos, and walls that tower over the plains in Gove, Logan, and Trego counties are among the state's most distinctive geologic features.
Castle Rock Badlands from the cliff above in winter. Castle Rock has been used as a landmark for several hundred years. In the 1800s, the Butterfield Overland Dispatch followed the Smoky Hill Trail which passed just a few hundred yards north of the then larger chalk formation. Ruts from the Butterfield Overland Dispatch trail can be found a few ...
Castle Rock in Kansas is a hidden gem that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. This towering limestone formation stands out in the flat plains, making it a must-see for anyone visiting the area. Let's explore some of the best spots around Castle Rock.
Castle Rock in Kansas offers a unique blend of history, geology, and natural beauty. This towering limestone formation stands out in the flat plains, making it a must-see for nature lovers and history buffs alike.