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Mountain Range
moderate

Chautauqua Hills

Kansas

Elevation Range

1,300 ft - 1,621 ft

Notable Peaks

2

Coordinates

37.0395, -96.1142

About Chautauqua Hills

The Chautauqua Hills are a small mountain range located in south-central Kansas. This low-lying, rolling landscape is characterized by wooded ridges, steep-sided canyons, and grassy meadows. The hills are part of the Flint Hills ecoregion, which is known for its expansive tallgrass prairies. While not as dramatic as other mountain ranges in the American West, the Chautauqua Hills offer a peaceful, scenic escape for outdoor enthusiasts.

Notable Peaks

Round Mound

1,621 ft

North Lookout

1,550 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Sedan, KS
Coffeyville, KS

Location

Kansas

37.0395, -96.1142

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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