Did you know that Kansas was once covered by an inland sea? Did you know that it left behind some crazy rock formations in the middle farmland? Check out this bizarre situation of rocks in the middle of Kansas!
Nestled into the fields just outside of Minneapolis, Kansas sits a rather unique cluster of rock formations. These giant concretions are the largest congregation of this type of formation in a single place in the world. Who knew it would be smack in the middle of Kansas?!
Fees & Hours
There is a small fee for this park, it is well worth it to enjoy this amazing natural landmark.
Fee: $3 per adult, $0.50 per child
Hours: Open from Dawn to Dusk, Gift shop closes during off-season
Dog Friendly: Yes! Dogs are welcome on leash, please clean up after your pet.
Fees can be paid at the gift shop. During the off season, there is a small lock box where fees can be deposited near the gift shop. The restrooms, it seems, remain open and are very clean vault toilets.
*We visited in the first week of March. The restrooms were open, but the gift shop was not.
Location
Address: 1051 Ivy Rd, Minneapolis, KS 67467
When driving out to this unique park, it will seem as though Google Maps has gone mad. It’s not what you’d expect for a rocky landscape. Fields surround this wild outcropping of rocks.
A great location for stretching your legs on a road trip that passes through Kansas.
The Rocks
Climbing: Our kids love to climb. This is the perfect spot to get some of that climbing energy out. These rocks offer great foot holds and grip for little fingers. The larger rocks are great for older kids to explore. There is a group of smaller rocks nearer to the entrance of the park that features easier rocks for the little ones to practice on.
Tunnel: Oh my goodness! This stone tunnel is such a fun find. This tunnel is located at the far side of the small group of rock formations. Nearer to the entrance to the park.
