The Flint Hills is a region of Kansas.
The Flint Hills encompasses 13 Kansas counties (Butler, Chase, Chautauqua, Cowley, Elk, Geary, Greenwood, Lyon, Marshall, Morris, Pottawatomie, Riley, Wabaunsee) and smaller areas of 7 peripheral counties (Clay, Dickinson, Jackson, Marion, Ottawa, Saline, Shawnee). Some people are surprised to learn that such a large section of Kansas is so hilly, as much of the rest of the state is relatively flat.
Abilene — boyhood home of former president and World War II General Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Emporia — This sleepy college town becomes an explosion of activity in early June when the prestigious Unbound Gravel bicycle race rolls through.
Manhattan — home to Kansas State University
Manhattan Municipal Airport (IATA: MHK)
Driving is the best way to get around in this region.
Kansas is a part of Tornado Alley. If you are traveling in this region, it's a good idea to brush up on Tornado safety.
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