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Land & Sky Scenic Byway

The Nation’s First Agricultural Byway

The byway runs on highway 27 from St. Francis (north point) to Sharon Springs (south point). From the spectacular Arikaree Breaks in St. Francis to the canyons of Sherman and Wallace counties, the byway covers 88 miles of scenic delights.On the nation’s first agricultural themed byway, stand under the 80-foot tall Giant Van Gogh in Goodland, see how dry beans are processed at 21ST Century Bean in Ruleton and watch the seasons of agriculture under the biggest skies you’ll ever see. In late June to early July, the land turns gold with ripening wheat. During sunflower bloom season, look for glowing yellow on the horizon. The glow is a sure sign of a blooming sunflower field. When you see that glow, get ready to photograph the Sunflower State’s best displays of its signature flower.   Mount Sunflower, marking the state’s highest point at 4,039 feet above sea level is another great photo stop.While in St. Francis visit the Motorcycle Museum and tour 100 years of motorcycle history.  Outdoor enthusiasts can spot wildlife at the St. Francis Wildlife Area and fish in the Republican River that cuts through the area.

Land & Sky Scenic Byway

The Nation’s First Agricultural Byway

The byway runs on highway 27 from St. Francis (north point) to Sharon Springs (south point). From the spectacular Arikaree Breaks in St. Francis to the canyons of Sherman and Wallace counties, the byway covers 88 miles of scenic delights.On the nation’s first agricultural themed byway, stand under the 80-foot tall Giant Van Gogh in Goodland, see how dry beans are processed at 21ST Century Bean in Ruleton and watch the seasons of agriculture under the biggest skies you’ll ever see. In late June to early July, the land turns gold with ripening wheat. During sunflower bloom season, look for glowing yellow on the horizon. The glow is a sure sign of a blooming sunflower field. When you see that glow, get ready to photograph the Sunflower State’s best displays of its signature flower.   Mount Sunflower, marking the state’s highest point at 4,039 feet above sea level is another great photo stop.While in St. Francis visit the Motorcycle Museum and tour 100 years of motorcycle history.  Outdoor enthusiasts can spot wildlife at the St. Francis Wildlife Area and fish in the Republican River that cuts through the area.

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