Broken Bow, Nebraska is 2 hours and 52 minutes from Hoxie and the regional hub for commerce and shopping in Custer County. It is in the middle of small towns but worth the drive to see the landmarks that give this city personality. A century-old bandstand in the middle of the town square is one of the most iconic landmarks in Broken Bow. Family fun activities include an aquatic center, several parks, and an art gallery. You can spend two days checking out the different events and attractions.
Hasting, Nebraska is 2 hours and 54 minutes from Hoxie and is known as the town where Kool-Aid was invented. This city even has a Kool-Aid Festival every August. The Children's Museum of Central Nebraska has several interactive exhibits including the Construction Zone, which features huge blocks for building playhouses. It is also a burial memorial for Andy the Footless Goose, who was murdered and the subject of a featured story in People Magazine. Travelers can spend two days exploring the different activities in Hasting.
Ulysses, Kansas is 2 hours and 46 minutes from Hoxie and is named after Ulysses S. Grant. You should plan to spend two days in Ulysses. A visit to the Historic Adobe Museum can take a day because of the collection of unique artifacts. This museum explores the history of Kansas. Denton Hill State Park has over 40 miles of trails and offers opportunities for wildlife viewing.
Hoxie is an agricultural community with a population of 1,201. It was named after a Missouri Pacific Railroad official and came about in 1886. The Missouri Pacific Railroad was expected to build east and west through the central part of the county along the river. The residents of Kenneth were living in a community about three miles away and were convinced to move to Hoxie at their own expense. They agreed to the move because the new rail line would pass through Hoxie, not Kenneth, which held the original county seat in 1879. Hoxie became the new county seat.
Kansas is one of the largest agricultural-producing states known for BBQ, beef, Mexican cuisine, fried chicken, and farm-to-table dining. The Elephant Bistro is a local restaurant that uses French techniques and fresh ingredients to make the dishes on its menu. The Hitchin’ Post is a local restaurant known for its delicious cheeseburgers. Buffalo Bill Park is a public park off Interstate 70 and a good spot for children to blow off energy. The Walking Park is not that far away and has open, spacious sidewalks and frisbee golf.
Hoxie is also near a couple of state parks, including Wilson State Park, Kanopolis State Park, and Meade State Park. Hoxie museums are a good starting point to learn about local and state history. The Sheridan County Historical Society & Mickey's Museum covers generations of Sheridan County history through household articles, clothing, photographs, farming tools, and local business items. It even features relics from a general store, doctor's office, one-room schoolhouse, and an opera house.
Sheridan County Fair & Rodeo – First held in 1884, this annual event in Hoxie features various rodeo events, dog and cat shows, concerts, and a teen dance.
Christmas Bazaar – This annual expo in WaKeeney, less than an hour southwest of Hoxie, is held in the Trego County Fairgrounds. It takes place each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and features handmade items, food vendors, holiday music, and door prizes.
Th' Gatherin' – This annual event held at the Trego County Fairgrounds in WaKeeney usually takes place during the first Saturday of May is also called Ancient Festival O’ Beltane. It features Highland games, Celtic music, food and vendors, and a feast.
The best RV parks and campgrounds near Hoxie include High Plains Camping, The Hitchin’ Post, and Goodland KOA. High Plains Camping is the closest campground to Monument Rocks and is next to a gas station. Amenities include full hookups, 30/50-amp electricity, back-in/pull-through sites, showers, a pool, and a hot tub.
The Hitchin’ Post is in Healy, connected to a gas station. Amenities include full hookups, 30/50-amp electricity, back-in/pull-through sites, picnic tables, and double-wide concrete pads. The Goodland KOA is a few miles east of the Colorado border, and the Goodland High Plains Museum is outside of the campground. Amenities include showers, full hookups, 30/50-amp electricity, a hot tub, back-in/pull-through sites, and a dog park.
Hoxie is near several state parks, including Wilson, Kanopolis, and Meade State Parks. Wilson State Park is 945 acres and is on the Wilson Reservoir. The Dakota Trail is within the park and is the best location for spectacular views of the reservoir and the sweeping prairie. There is also Meade State Park with an 80-acre fishing lake. Visitors can enjoy fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, hunting, and mountain biking. Kanopolis State Park was the first state park in Kansas and is along the Prairie Trail Scenic Byway. Visitors are amazed by the caves of Horsethief Canyon and the tall Dakota sandstone bluffs.
The Monument Rocks (Chalk Pyramids) natural landmark is 41 minutes from Hoxie and is a series of large chalk formations rich in fossils in Gove County, Kansas. It was the first landmark in the state chosen as a National Natural Landmark. There is also the Cottonwood Ranch State Historic Site, which is 17 minutes from Hoxie. A tour of the historic site tells the story of the stained-glass windows, Yorkshire architecture, and this unique sheep ranch.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Hoxie, KS, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Hoxie?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Hoxie from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Hoxie?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
