If you’re searching for a fun, unique and underrated destination to take a Midwest or Kansas road trip this year, look no further. Crawford County and Southeast Kansas surprised us in the best possible way. From a towering mining machine you can climb inside, to Route 66 history, quirky roadside parks, a bookstore where you can cuddle and read to adoptable cats, and one of the most beautiful state parks in the region, this hidden gem in the corner of Kansas blends small-town charm with unexpected adventure.