Greeley County, Kansas
In central Kansas, Barton County is flat as a pancake but far from boring. Great Bend, the main city, gets its name from the dramatic curve in the nearby Arkansas River.
Bird watchers flock to Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area, a major destination for birding enthusiasts. Then there’s Great Bend Airfest, a real treat if you’re into historic aircraft.
There’s a good mix of small-town charm and things to do. If you’re up for a short drive, Fort Larned National Historic Site offers a glimpse into frontier life. U.S. Route 281 and U.S. Route 56 intersect here, making Barton County a crossroads of sorts.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Greeley County |
| County Seat | Tribune |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Tribune, Horace, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 96, U.S. Highway 385, Kansas Highway 27 |
| FIPS Code | 20-071 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,186 square miles (land: 1,185 sq mi, water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Wallace County (North), Wichita County (East), Hamilton County (South), Prowers County, Colorado (Southwest), Kiowa County, Colorado (West), Cheyenne County, Colorado (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Kansas |
| Coordinates | 38.55°N, 101.35°W |
| Etymology | Named after Horace Greeley, publisher of the New York Tribune |
| Major Landmarks | The Prairie Museum of Art and History, Greeley County Fairgrounds |
| Population | 1,250 |
