Tourism - Outdoors and Recreation
The barn quilt movement is gaining momentum throughout Cowley County and the Kansas Flint Hills. The Kansas Flint Hills Quilt trail, begun only a few years ago, now boasts over 165 quilts throughout the 22 county region. Locally, the Cowley County Barn Quilt trail expanded from one barn quilt at the beginning of 2014 to now over 30 large barn quilts, and numerous 2x2 quilt blocks up around the county. The Cowley County Tourism Alliance has been working to expand the barn quilt trail throughout the county, that is a part of the larger Flint Hills Quilt Trail. The alliance has been holding a series of Barn Quilt classes to raise awareness of this movement in the area. For information on upcoming classes, contact the Winfield Convention and Tourism office at 620-221-2421. CCTA is currently looking for barn owners interested in having a large quilt block (4x4, 6x6, or 8x8) on their barn. If you are interested in the quilt block movement, please contact the Cowley First office at 620-221-9951. A complete list of the Cowley County Barn quilt trail can be found on the
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Brand new 18-hole McCabe Champion Disc Golf Course at The Farm at Quail Valley, 9315 194th Dr. Also, a 9-hole disc golf course is available in beautiful Cherry Street Park at 15th Avenue and Cherry Street.
Event Center can accomodate up to 200 guests. Grounds includes a pond for fishing and an 18-hole disc golf course.
Skating Rink-Winfields local skating rink is back! We're here to provide a great entertainment experience in Cowley County!
See website for hours and pricing.
Guided kayak or hiking trips. Equipment rental available. Can accommodate groups of up to 25. Guided trips expose the explorer to the beauty of south-central and south-east Kansas.
Quail Ridge is a handsome course worthy of honors, and annually receives a four-star rating in Golf Digest’s “Places to Golf”.
Visitors from across the globe come to Cowley County to visit the historic bridges including the stone arch bridges.
There are only 1,700 stone arch bridges remaining in the United States with more than 18 historical stone bridges across Cowley County.
– Safety & Respecting Private Property –
When visiting the stone arch bridges in Cowley County keep in mind that most locations are surrounded by private property. While the roadway is public access, the land around and under the bridge requires landowner permission to enter the property.
We hope you enjoy your visit in Cowley County and all that our communities offer!
Click here for a Google Map of the Stone Arch Bridges
Typical Hours of Operation:
1:15 - 7:00 p.m. daily in May, June and July: except Mondays and Wednesdays (close at 6:00).
1:15 - 6:00 p.m. daily in August
Ages--Fees--Coupons
4 and under free with paid adult
5 thru 13 & 62+ $2.50 One coupon
14 thru 61 $3.75 Two coupons
Coupons are available at City Hall, 200 E 9th or the Aquatic Center once the season begins
One book of 20 coupons for $29.00
Five books (100 coupons) for $116.00
Pool Party rates:
7:00 - 8:30 $200
7:00 - 9:00 $250
Youth pool (with large pool rental only) $75
To make reservations for a private party: Print and complete the Pool Party Reservation
Then scan and email to Aquatic Center Reservations
OR -before the pool season, call 221-5600 -during the pool season, call 221-5639
Private pool party rental reservations cancelled with less than 72 hours notice are subject to cancellation fees
Children 8 years old or younger must be accompanied by someone 14 years old or older
Coupon books are only good for the season which they are purchased and are non-refundable
No refunds will be issued for weather related pool closure
Located just eight miles to the northeast of Winfield, the city lake offers excellent outdoor recreation: RV and tent camping, boating, fishing, and swimming.
Albright Park - 15th Avenue & John Street
Features:
Bailey's Barking Dog Park - 19th Avenue & Joel Mack Road
Features:
- Small Dog Area
- Large Dog Area
- Dog Obstacle Equipment
- Water Fountains for dogs & owners
Black Creek Park - 19th Avenue & Wheat Road
Features:
- 14.57 acres
- Pavilion
- Skate park
- 2 lighted softball fields
- 1 sand volleyball pit
- Accessible bathrooms
Broadway Sports Complex - 2200 Broadway Street
Features:
- 64 acres
- 4 youth softball/baseball fields
- 1 regulation baseball field
- 6 soccer fields
- 1 football field
- 1.32 mile walking trail
- outdoor workout equipment
- Accessible bathrooms
Cherry Street Park - 15th Avenue & Cherry Street
Features:
- 13 acres
- 2 baseball fields
- 2 basketball courts
- disc golf course
- playground
- picnic areas
- Accessible bathrooms
Cochran Park - 16th Avenue & Manning Street
Features:
- 1 acre
- 2 racquetball courts
- 1 basketball court
- playground
- picnic areas
Hiatt Hill's Park - Grand Street & Crestline Drive
Features:
- 2 acres
- playground
- pavilion
Island Park - North Main Street
Features:
- 20 acres
- picnic areas
- pavilions
- fishing
- playground
- horseshoe pits
- Accessible bathrooms
Jaycee Park - Simpson Avenue & Houston Street
Features:
- 1.33 acres
- basketball court
- open space
Lion's Park - 13th Avenue & Bliss Street
Features:
Established in 1917 as a 9 hole golf club by Fred Clarke who was, at the time, Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Winfield Country Club has evolved into a classic 18 hole Country Club with a swimming pool, driving/practice range, practice putting green, and racquet ball court. Surrounded by three separate housing developments WCC is accessible by private golf carts from the homes surrounding the golf course, plus rental carts are available at the club house. The course was charted by Sky Caddie in 2007 and yardages are well marked on the course.
Winfield has miles of trails that are perfect for any level of hiking or mountain biking. The trails were created and maintained by the City of Winfield and the Walnut Valley Flyers. Contact Walnut Valley Outpost at 620.218.1971 for trail information.
BROADWAY SPORTS COMPLEX
2200 Broadway St.
Features a paved walkway with outdoor workout equipment for the public to utilize.
CHERRY STREET PARK
15th Ave. & Cherry St.
Features a paved walkway for running/walking/biking.
HOODOO LOOP
301 N. Viking Blvd.
Located across from the intersection of T.P. Hale & Viking Blvd. Currently there is approximately 2 miles of trail, we are working to expand. Join us!
TIMBER CREEK NATURE TRAIL
East of Island Park on Island Park Avenue
This beautiful trail follows Timber Creek and features informational plaques on trees and plants found on the trail.
The WRC is committed to offering outstanding activities for both youth and adults on a year-round basis. Recreation center and gym, fitness center, indoor pool at Southwestern College available.
