Frontier Military Historic Byway

Communities

You'll find both big and small communities along the Frontier Military Historic Byway. The 168-mile-long route has no shortage of stops, with over 20 communities to visit! Whether you come from out-of-state or from within Kansas, be sure to get off the road and explore these historic communities... You never know what you'll find!

Mound City

Discover the epic civil war history of Mound City, KS

Pittsburg

Pittsburg is in the southeast corner of Kansas. This city hosts Little Balkans Days, a celebration of the community’s European ethnic…

La Cygne

Come and see the historic La Cygne in southeast Kansas.

Baxter Springs

Baxter Springs, with a population of approximately 4,000 is located in extreme southeast Kansas in Cherokee County. In 1926, Baxter…

Frontenac

Visit Frontenac just outside of Pittsburg

Arma

Visit Arma along the Frontier Military Historic Byway just north of Frontenac and Pittsburg.

Pleasanton

Visit the historic civil war sites near Pleasanton.

Columbus

Columbus, with a population of approximately 3,200, is the county seat of Cherokee County. The City has a strong agricultural and industrial…

Fort Scott

If you’re looking for a unique getaway with hometown hospitality, Fort Scott, Kansas is the place for you!

Louisburg

Lenexa

Find great places to stay and immerse yourself in Lenexa's series of food festivals. Experience one of the fastest growing cities in…

Blacksmithing at Mahaffie Stagecoach Farm

Olathe

Olathe is home to big city adventures and small town fun, where you can find a plethora of activities and attractions perfect for the whole…

Lansing

Experience the best of the KC metro area in Lansing

Leavenworth

Leavenworth is the “First City of Kansas” and was incorporated in 1854. Leavenworth became nationally known as the…

Kansas City

Visit Kansas City, KS! The history of Kansas City is a tale of two cities; Kansas City, KS and Kansas City, MO. Divided by the Missouri…

Merriam

Ranked #76 on Livability's "Top 100 Small Towns" and #1 on Nerdwallet's "Best Places to Start a Business in…

Fort Leavenworth

Founded in 1827, Fort Leavenworth, known as the “Post that opened the West”, is the oldest fort west of the Mississippi River in…

Paola

Paola is a charming community located thirty minutes south of the Kansas City metropolitan area on US 169 Highway in Miami County. Park…

Overland Park

Overland Park, with its vibrant culture and welcoming spirit, is your family’s gateway to the Kansas City experience. Some of the…

Bonner Springs

Bonner Springs is located in Northeast corner of Kansas. The city has many attractions such as Kansas City Renaissance Festival, Moon…

Shawnee

Looking for a perfect family-friendly get away that’s close to the city but far from the hustle and bustle? Shawnee is your best bet!…

Stilwell

Escape the urban sprawl of Johnson County in the small community of Stilwell.

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