Discover Ark City's Community, Waterfalls and Spirit

Arkansas City, also called Ark City, is home to one of the few waterfalls in Kansas. This quaint community flourishes with community spirit, fun attractions and tasty dishes. But don't take our word for it. Book a stay at a comfortable hotel and check out this fun, three-day itinerary.

Day 1 

Each day indulge in local favorite foods and stay in the best hotels. Enjoy culinary options at the buffet at Pizza Ranch, homecooked meals at Daisy Mae’s Café and Big N Small’s BBQ. Experience fine hospitality at the Best Western Plus Patterson Park Inn with a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Explore the outdoors at Chaplin Nature Center for no charge, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Day 2

Start with a morning donut at Ike’s Donut Shop. Explore the Downtown Historic District area filled with historical buildings. The Summit Barber Shop has been standing since 1905, and the Osage Hotel was built in the 1920s. The Burford Theatre, once a movie theatre in 1924, today is renovated and hosts 1920 themed events. Learn about the early pioneers and the 1893 Land Rush at Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum. Tours are held at the museum to explore Etzanoa: The Lost City, a lost Native American city. Contact Visit Art City at (620) 442-0230 or email visit@arkcity.org to reserve a tour. 

Day 3

Check out the 25-foot-tall Cowley County Falls, a mesmerizing waterfall and fishing lake to catch fish, hunt and camp. Shopping is always a must before heading out. Ark City offers fashion, antiques and keepsakes. Fashionable women and men apparel is located at Factory Connect. Bring home some gifts from Bee’Tween Friends and check out vintage finds at Calvert’s Antique Station. Complete your last day at The Grinder Man, serving sandwiches, soup and cookies.