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Clifton/ Vining

Clifton’s main street, Parallel Street, separates the community between Washington and Clay Counties.  Also sharing the main street with Clifton, is the City of Vining to the West.  The combined population is 550.

Clifton was laid out in 1870 in anticipation of the railroad, which arrived in 1877.  Berner Memorial Park is located along Parallel Street, offering RV hook-ups, baseball/softball diamonds and playground equipment.

While the swimming pool is open during the summer months, LCL Buffalo Ranch proves an opportunity fro visitor to view the grazing herd of buffalo.  Visitors can also tour the Heartland Museum located on the Ranch west of Clifton on KS Hwy 9.  Located within the city, the Clifton Museum depicts the history of the City and is housed in an old Railroad Depot.

Lodging at Sunflower Inn, located in downtown Clifton, is a favorite for hunters.  While dining options include Miss Marie’s Diner and Tailgators.  The Clifton American Legion sponsored Annual Veteran’s Day Parade is held on November 11th.

Attractions

LCL Buffalo Ranch & Heartland Museum –

431 First Road, Clifton

See the Buffalo up close and personal.  A brief history of the buffalo and the working ranch will be given by appointment.  Buffalo jerky and other buffalo meat available for purchase.  Museum located at the Ranch.

$5.00 per person

email: info@LCLBuffaloRanch.com

Lodging

Berner Memorial Park –

RV hook-ups, ball diamonds and playground equipment.

Sunflower Inn –

Located downtown and is a favorite for hunters. Call 785-455-3770

Dining

Miss Marie’s Dinner –

Country fare at reasonable prices.  On Facebook.

101 W Parallel St, Clifton

Tailgators Steakhouse –

On Facebook.

410 Parallel, Clifton/ Vining

785-614-1324

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