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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
Gateway Towns
Sedan, KS
Coffeyville, KS
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.