Upland Bird Hunting
Graham County is renowned across the Midwest for its exceptional pheasant and quail hunting. Miles of CRP land and crop fields create an ideal habitat that draws hunters every fall season.
Plan Your Hunt →Est. 1880 • Graham County, Kansas
Experience the Heart of the Kansas High Plains
Where rolling prairies meet small-town warmth. Hill City is your gateway to authentic Kansas heritage, world-class pheasant hunting, and the wide-open skies of Graham County.
Welcome to Hill City
Founded in 1880, Hill City is the county seat of Graham County and sits on the eastern edge of the Kansas High Plains. Named after Captain John L. Graham of the 8th Kansas Regiment, this community carries a heritage as deep as the prairie soil.
With an elevation ranging from 1,900 feet in the east to 2,600 feet in the northwest, Graham County's 899 square miles of rolling plains offer some of the most stunning wide-open landscapes in the Midwest. Located just 108 miles southwest of the geographic center of the continental United States, Hill City is closer to the heart of America than you might think.
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Your Adventure Starts Here
From outdoor recreation to rich history, Hill City and Graham County offer experiences you won't find anywhere else on the plains.
Explore Hill City
Navigate our charming downtown, discover local shops, enjoy a meal at a hometown restaurant, and see why our community takes pride in welcoming visitors like family.
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Growing Community
Graham County Economic Development is building a stronger future. New wellness facilities, business growth programs, and community investment make Hill City a great place to visit and live.
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Comfortable Lodging for Every Traveler
Whether you're rolling through on a cross-country road trip, planning a week of hunting, or visiting family in Graham County, Hill City offers comfortable accommodations to suit your stay.
- Motels and motor lodges with easy highway access
- Cozy bed-and-breakfast spots with local character
- Hunting lodge packages with guide services
- RV parks and campgrounds for the open-road traveler
Graham County Attractions & Heritage
Graham County is home to historic landmarks, natural beauty, and cultural treasures that tell the story of the Kansas frontier.
Visit Nicodemus National Historic Site, the only remaining western town established by African Americans during the Reconstruction Period. Explore the county's historic barns through the Kansas Barn Alliance. Take in the vastness of the High Plains at sunset — there's nothing quite like it.
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A sampling of what makes this corner of Kansas special — from heritage sites to outdoor pursuits.
Nicodemus National Historic Site
The only remaining western town established by formerly enslaved African Americans during the Reconstruction era. A National Park Service site preserving an irreplaceable chapter of American history.
Pheasant & Quail Hunting
Graham County consistently ranks among the top Kansas counties for upland bird harvests. Thousands of acres of CRP grasslands and crop stubble fields create prime habitat during the fall season.
Kansas Barn Alliance
Graham County's historic barns are architectural treasures of the High Plains. The Kansas Barn Alliance works to document, preserve, and celebrate these icons of the agricultural frontier.
Wellness Center & Recreation
The community wellness center, completed through Graham County Economic Development, offers a walking area, meeting rooms, and fitness programs including popular Zumba classes. Open 7 days a week, 6 AM to 9 PM.
Find Hill City on the Map
Hill City sits at the crossroads of US-24 and US-283 in northwest Kansas. We're about 108 miles southwest of the geographic center of the continental United States near Lebanon, Kansas.
Other communities in Graham County include Bogue, Morland, Nicodemus, Penokee, St. Peter, and Studley. Each has its own character and history worth exploring.
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Stories from the Plains
Guests keep coming back to Graham County for the hunting, the hospitality, and the honest-to-goodness Kansas experience.
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We've been making the drive to Graham County for pheasant season for over a decade. The hunting is outstanding, but it's the people who keep us coming back. Hill City feels like a second home every November.
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Stopped in Hill City on a cross-country trip and ended up staying two nights. The Nicodemus historic site was incredible, and we found a great little spot for dinner downtown. True small-town Kansas hospitality.
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I came for a barn preservation workshop through the Kansas Barn Alliance and fell in love with the county. The rolling plains at sunset are breathtaking. Already planning my next visit to bring the whole family.
Life in Graham County
Hill City is more than a destination — it's a living community with deep roots and a forward-looking spirit. The Graham County Economic Development initiative continues to invest in infrastructure, wellness, and opportunity for residents and visitors alike.
From seasonal festivals to community gatherings, there's always something happening in Hill City. Check with the Chamber of Commerce for the latest events and visitor information.
Nov
08
Kansas Pheasant Season Opens
Opening weekend of upland bird season brings hunters from across the country to Graham County's prime habitat.
Jul
26
Nicodemus Homecoming Celebration
Annual celebration at Nicodemus National Historic Site honoring the heritage and history of the oldest Black settlement west of the Mississippi.
Sep
14
Graham County Fair
Livestock shows, exhibits, food vendors, and entertainment. A true Kansas county fair experience for the whole family.