Once we left Branson, our heading was Kansas, well somewhere in kansas. As Susan was in the driver's seat, I started searching for a city park or something similar. What I found was a city park, in the town of Chanute, Ks. Parks name Santa Fe Safari RV Campground.
Where for the price of $0, you can stay 2 nites, and then there after $10/nite.
Santa Fe Safari RV Campground - Clicky
No real need for campground photos: Well maybe a few:
But, our plan 1 nite, and then head north to Melvern Lake. Where we had reservation at a COE. Stay 3 nights. Relax. Well everyone remembers the rain? Well it seems many of the COE are closed, but they do a poor job of informing people.
We arrived, were told we either back down and in, or drive down and park in. What ??? Why can we just go around the loop?
That is the loop road. See the barricades, well that is next to our site. After looking at it, we decided to decline and inform the gate attendant. He say no problem I will get you a refund. So, off we went in search of a place for the night.
But not without a few photo ops along the journey:
So, after, searching we found a city park in Westmoreland, Ks.
A little more reading, and I / we learned that this city was the first mayor stop for settlers heading west:
Westmoreland History:
The Oregon Trail crossed Pottawatomie County and passed just south of Westmoreland which was a rest stop for travelers drawn to the area due to a natural spring which offered a fresh supply of water. The spring also established to the town site's western limits. Since this area along the trail was frequently used, ruts from the early wagon trains can still be seen.
In 1856, John McKimens came to the area and in 1858 established the first post office. The post office was name in honor of McKimens' native county, Westmoreland, Pennsylvania. The post office was located in his home at Rock creek crossing.
The first house built in Westmoreland was a log structure erected in 1860 and stood at the southeast end of town. In the winter of 1862, the first school was established and the building used for the school was a log cabin which stood near the corner of the future State Street and the public highway intersection. This school served several townships yet there was no clear boundaries for the school district.
Good side, large sites, FHU, 50 amps. Very small town, easy walking in and out. However, they recently had a price increase, what was $10 and $20, now they are $25 - $35. Pricy for us, but hey 1 nite and then we leave. But this is a wonderful place for a stop.
We did take time out to walk the town, which took all of 20 minutes, and then stopped in for an ice cream.
Safe Travels and Journeys
DaGirls Rv
Susan, Tilly, Dakota and Me.
Keep an eye on the rear camera.
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