Motoring Mondays: Kansas Waterfalls

The Deep Creek Waterfall at Pillsbury Crossing

There are numerous beautiful natural waterfalls located throughout the state.


Elk Falls (Elk County)
Infamously known for being the “World’s Largest Ghost town,” it also is home to the Elk River and the Elk Falls.

Overland Park Arboretum (Johnson county)

The waterfall is located in the heart of the park, surrounded by nature walks and trails –a gorgeous and peaceful place to escape the city.

Drinkwater & Schriver Flour Mill (Chase County)

Located next to the vintage Flour Mill, the waterfall is surrounded by a forest of greenery.

Cedar Creek Falls (Johnson County)

In addition to the tranquility of the waterfall, Lake Olathe has great fishing locations directly below the falls.

Soden’s Dam Falls (Lyon County)

The source of this waterfall is from the Cottonwood River. It is also located near the Soden's Grove Bridge, a concrete rainbow arch bridge. 

Chase Lake Falls (Chase County)

Cottonwood Falls may be a rural town but it is also home to beautiful waterfalls.

The Deep Creek Waterfall at Pillsbury Crossing (Riley County)

A hidden gem of Kansas, this waterfall has many surrounding hiking trails and great fishing spots.

Cowley Lake (Cowley County)

Cowley Lake has been on the “Must See” list of AARP, Yahoo and Most Amazing in the World.

Kanopolis Lake and Waterfalls (Ellsworth County)

The lake is located in the Kanoplis State Park, where Dakota sandstone bluffs and Horsethief Canyon caves are also main tourist attractions.