Best Day Trips Near Wichita​

There are numerous amounts of places in and around Wichita that provides the best day trip option for individuals or families. 

• Chisholm Creek Park

The Chisholm Creek Park is one of the largest parks in Wichita. Their habitat represents most of the major habitat types in the Great Plains. The Chisholm Creek Park is the total of two and a half miles of paved trails which cross native and restored prairies, wetlands, ponds, and woodlands. The Chisholm Creek Park facilities manage to maintain the diversity and quality of the habitat. 

The Chisholm Creek Park contains 125 species of wildflowers, 38 species of tree and shrubs, 20 species of mammals, 160 species of reptiles and amphibians, and 13 species of fish. The Chisholm Creek Park does have a few regulations in place to protect and preserve the natural features of the area. 
Some of these regulations include the prohibition of pets, bicycles, skateboards, and skating. Additionally, the harassment or capture of animals is prohibited, along with the collection of plants, seeds or flower. Fishing is an activity that is allowed, however, this activity is restricted to the Island Pond that is downhill from the nature center and the Chisholm Lake that is on the north side of K-98.

• Exploration Place

The Exploration Place was formed from the idea of creating a new, non-profit institution out of the Museum and Omnishere. Essentially the Exploration Place is a destination where you and your kids can come to explore the wonders of science. The creation of the Exploration Place initiated in the year of 1994. The construction then began in 1997 and eventually amounted to a $62 million project which was funded by both public and private partnerships. 
The exploration Place mission is: “Inspire a deeper interest in science through creative fun and fun experiences for people of all ages.”

• Sedgwick County Zoo

The Mission of the Sedgwick County Zoo is: “to inspire discovery, appreciation, and respect for animals and nature. The Sedgwick County Zoo provides visitors with the opportunity of a tour that includes five stops around the zoo. Another feature that the Sedgwick County Zoo offers is a relaxing boat tour, which is available seasonally. 

The Sedgwick County Zoo provides guest facilities such as gift shop, concession, Plaza Beastro restaurant, and giraffe feeding opportunity. The Sedgwick County Zoo provides signature events that are available throughout the year; these events include the Easter Eggstravaganza, father’s day Car show, Zoobilee and Night of the Living Zoo. 

The Sedgwick County Zoo has a family fun which lasts for a total of 60 minutes. Each 60-minute class will include structured and non- structured nature play time and is open to all ages; adult attendance is however required. These classes begin and end in the Cargill learning center and start at 10:00 am. Before entrance to the Family Fun class, each child and adult must have a ticket for the class, and a ticket is required for all persons over the age of six months.