Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park In Kansas Is Truly Something To Marvel Over
By Courtnie Erickson|Published August 04, 2021
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Kansas is home to gorgeous sunflower fields and miles of prairie. However, there is one part of the Sunflower State that boasts some very unique and unexpected terrain — Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park. Located in the western part of the state, this awe-inspiring area is certainly a day trip in Kansas that will leave you speechless.
Little Jerusalem Badlands is one of the newer state parks in Kansas. Established in 2018, this state park features more than 220-acres of badlands that will make you feel like you’ve stepped onto an alien planet.
This area of the state has had many names over the years including Castle City, Logan County Badlands, and more. This state park received its official name as it looks like the ancient city of Jerusalem from a distance.
As you explore Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park in Kansas, be on the lookout for fossils. This area was once a salt sea and giant clams and oysters are some of the more commonly-found fossils in the area.
Guided tours are also available by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. These tours are limited and available at select times. Click here to learn more about upcoming tours and events in the state park.
Life on the Rocks Trail is 1.5 miles and will take you along the rim of the formations. This trail is rated easy with only a few slight grades to climb. Make sure you bring your camera as you will come across two incredible scenic overlooks.
The Overlook Trail has a slight incline but it is only 0.25-mile long. You will come to a scenic overlook that will give you a mesmerizing view of the chalk formations and the surrounding area.
To learn more about Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park, click here. Have you ever visited this state park in Kansas? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments.
If you are looking for more state parks in Kansas to enjoy, here are 10 you must add to your bucket list.
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