“Without love of the land, conservation lacks meaning and purpose, for only in a deep and inherent feeling for the land can there be dedication in preserving it.”

In In keeping with our original mission, Prairiewood contains 600 acres of native tallgrass prairie ecology. From majestic riparian forests lining Wildcat Creek to windswept grassy hilltops, the landscape here is unique in both its diversity and its scope. The Flint Hills region of Kansas is the largest remaining contiguous stand of what was once a vast and ancient prairie stretching from Texas to Canada. And nowhere are the Flint Hills more beautiful than right here in our own backyard. It is a very special place; one well worth preserving.

A critical part of that preservation effort is to increase access and use of the natural treasure that is all around us. Offering just that, we have over five miles of hiking trails which take visitors through the full diversity of our preserve. Our Bird, Bee & Butterfly Sanctuary, looped by an easy 0.75-mile walking trail, is a restored prairie habitat set aside as a dedicated space for pollinators. Walnut Pond, a secluded clearing located within the Bird, Bee & Butterfly Sanctuary, offers open space, picnic tables, and a small sand beach for play. Finally, guests have direct access to Walnut Creek for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing.