Cedar Vale, KS

Tucked into the rolling hills of western Chautauqua County just off Highway 166, Cedar Vale is a quiet, welcoming community along Cedar Creek and the Caney River. The town was originally laid out at an angle to follow the river valley, giving its streets a distinctive, easygoing feel. Life here centers on simple small-town conveniences, from the local K-12 school and Washington Street health clinic to the historic Adams Mercantile museum. With summer days at the town pool, active 4-H clubs, and a lively annual Labor Day celebration, Cedar Vale offers a relaxed, neighborly setting for anyone looking for rural Kansas living.