When traveling the plains there are a lot of towns, towns
that most people refer to as quaint, that have hometown restaurants run by
locals. These diners and restaurants
usually have wonderful food, atmosphere, and a low price. In Leavenworth,
for instance, there are several places to find wonderful local fare. Homers, a diner with pull-up ordering and
delivery or booths inside, has wonderfully greasy hamburgers that will take you
back to childhood. If you are not in the
mood for diner fare, then a picnic at a local park also makes a nostalgic
stop. In most small towns, there are
local parks that have park benches or tables and picturesque views. You could also take a blanket and eat on the
grass.
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| Parsons, KS Arboretum taken from http://www.parsonsks.com October 10, 2012 |
When you are traveling across the
state on one of the interstates, the rest stops have wonderful views and picnic
tables as well. If you are looking for a
place to stop there are several places in Nebraska
and Kansas
that have wonderful parks that make great picnic stops. Near Manhattan
Kansas there is a place called Pillsbury
Crossing that has a ford and swimming holes, and makes a wonderful family
stop. In Southeast
Kansas in Parsons, a beautiful arboretum provides a picturesque
backdrop for any meal. In Schuyler, Nebraska,
there are wonderful parks that provide a wonderful stop for the family.
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| Pillsbury Crossing near Manhattan KS, Photo Taken from http://photo.net October 10, 2012 |
In Goodland, Kansas, there is Pioneer Park,
adjacent to the famous Van Gogh painting, which provides shade, views, and a
place for travelers to stop and picnic. Ralston, Nebraska,
also has a number of parks for tourist enjoyment, some with gazebos, some with tables,
other provide areas for an alfresco luncheon.
When you travel as a family through this rural area of the country don’t
limit your experience to McDonalds, Applebees, or Burger King. Experience the charming atmosphere offered by
local restaurants and parks, you won’t regret it.
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