Waconda Springs Replica

Dedicated on June 5, 2005, the replica of Waconda Springs is located less than a quarter mile from the park's Ranger Station just south of U.S. Hwy 24 on KS Hwy 128. 

​Waconda Lake's namesake is based on the famous Great Spirit Spring... Waconda Springs, and the legend of an Indian princess who died at the location. The spring, now covered by the lake, was located near midway between Glen Elder and Cawker City, Kansas.

The creation of the Waconda Springs replica was endeavored by Waconda Heritage Village, Inc.*,  and Glen Elder State Park. The replica is positioned to provide an inspiring 360º view of Waconda Lake, the park and the surrounding area.

*The Waconda Heritage Village Inc. and Kansas Department of Wildlife and  Parks' agreement terminated on May 17, 2007.