Scott City - Lake Scott State Park Attractions
The 1,000-acre Lake Scott State Park has a 100-acre lake that was created by a dam constructed in 1930. The park features groves of hackberry, ash, elm, willow, walnut, and cedar trees. There are opportunities for biking, swimming, camping, hiking, and wildlife observation. The park is also the site of El Cuartelejo, occupied in the 1600s by Taos and Picurie Indians.
El Cuartelejo Pueblo Ruins
The El Cuartelejo Pueblo Ruins are located in Scott County, Kansas and were the site of the first state park, Lake Scott.
El Cuartelejo is located in a canyon and features archeological relics including pottery, tools and the remains of buildings.
El Cuartelejo is located in a canyon and features archeological relics including pottery, tools and the remains of buildings.