Marquette, Kansas -
Mushroom Rock State Park
On the plains of Kansas, a natural cement process fused together sandstone and sedimentary rock into mushroom shapes. Appreciated by anyone who visits rocks only when they look like something else.
- Address:
- Ave. K/Horsethief Rd, Marquette, KS
- Directions:
- Two miles south off US Hwy 140, or west off 141 between Hwys 4 and 140, north of Kanopolis State Park. Sign posted for turns.
- Admission:
- Free.
- Phone:
- 785-546-2565
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Mushroom Rock State Park Surely this is one of the smallest state parks in the country - just a spot along the road really; not even a parking lot. Near historic Smoky Hill Wagon Trail, these formations served as a landmark and meeting place to both pioneers and Native Americans. Though clearly a detriment to the rocks' support, over a century's worth of traveler's names are carved into the soft rock pedestals. [Hardy, 06/03/2010]
Mushroom Rock State Park Dakota Sand Stone concretions, balanced on eroding sandstone pillars. There are two in this "picnic" area. If you have seen Rock City, you really have to check out this one too! [Leanne, 08/22/2006]
Mushroom Rock State Park The park is situated out on the grassy plains. The huge
mushroom shaped stones are like Lewis Carrol Meets Stonehenge. The rocks
were shaped by glaciers and the wind. Cattle munch on buffalo grass nearby.
I was married under the largest mushroom in 1976. [Debby Boyer, 07/15/2001]
Nearby Offbeat Places
- Kansas Motorcycle Museum, Marquette, KS - 16 mi.
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- Coronado Heights WPA Castle, Lindsborg, KS - 19 mi.
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