Ellinwood, KS

If you're looking for a quintessential small Midwestern town, Ellinwood, Kansas is a great place to visit. A charming town of 1,800, it is tucked away in a county of rolling prairie, wheat fields and friendly locals. Ellinwood has a historic downtown area with the original 1874 courthouse and post office, shops and galleries. There's also plenty of outdoor recreation in the area, including fishing, tubing and canoeing on the Little Arkansas River, plus hiking and biking on the Santa Fe Trail. Ellinwood is also home to the Wheeler Museum of Pioneer Life, where visitors can learn all about the region's history and culture, as well as locals who are always happy to talk. For a unique getaway, Ellinwood is a place you won't want to miss.