Lincoln County boasts a wide variety of activities for nature lovers of every level - everything from hunting and hiking to birding and mountain biking. The newly finished Achterberg Trail is a prairie and wildlife restoration project opened by the Audubon Project of Kansas. Other local favorites include fishing and skiing on Wilson Lake and biking and hiking along the Salinas River. Lincoln County is perfect for remote workers looking for adventure.

If you’re imagining a sleepy, old town - think again. Lincoln County, KS is for those looking for their next adventure. 

The folks in Lincoln County work hard and play hard. During the week they do everything from farming the land to renovating historic downtown buildings. But on the weekends, they mountain bike down Beer Can Hill Road (you’ll have to ask the locals how it got it’s name), they boat and water ski on Lake Wilson, they meet friends for coffee and lunch at Violette’s downtown, they hunt for whatever may be in season from pheasants to white tail, they fish, they bird watch…they do it all!

Perhaps you already know of Lincoln County from their viral article in 

 about the family that moved there to renovate a house they got for free. That’s right, 

 That family - Eddie, Julie and their 3 kids of 

, moved to Lincoln County for an adventure and for the opportunity to make something completely their own.

When the MakeMyMove team visited, this was a sentiment we heard echoed frequently throughout our interactions with residents. People had moved to Lincoln County for their own type of adventure. Whether that be building a home on their dream piece of property, starting that business they’d always dreamed of, growing a hobby farm, or outdoor activities galore - Lincoln County, KS has something for everyone.

P.S. If you don’t have a homemade strawberry pop tart at Violette’s, you’re missing out.

Lincoln County boasts a wide variety of activities for nature lovers of every level - everything from hunting and hiking to birding and mountain biking. The newly finished Achterberg Trail is a prairie and wildlife restoration project opened by the Audubon Project of Kansas. Other local favorites include fishing and skiing on Wilson Lake and biking and hiking along the Salinas River.

Lincoln County


Moving is hard, but Lincoln County has put together a program to make your move easier and get you connected to the community.  Here's the inside scoop on our favorite parts of the program:

 (if eligible): Lincoln County is located in Kansas’ Rural Opportunity Zone. New movers who relocate from out of state may be eligible for a state income tax credit. 

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Tea Time with Marilyn, the Mother of Lincoln County Tourism:

 The communication nerve center of Lincoln County is a gathering table at The Village Lines, a local goods shop in downtown Lincoln. Here, Marilyn (the owner/proprietor) will introduce you to neighbors and help you get acquainted with the Lincoln County community. You don’t actually have to drink tea at Tea Time with Marilyn, but we know she’ll be spilling it. ;)

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100% Kansas state income tax waiver through the 2026 tax year (if eligible)

Up to $3,000 a year for five years to help pay off student loan debt (if eligible)

A Dozen Farm-Fresh Eggs Every Month for a Year

Welcome Basket including movie tickets to the Finch Theatre

Tea Time with Marilyn, the Mother of Lincoln County Tourism

Property tax rebate for new construction and rehab projects (if eligible)

Personal invites from locals to community activities and events

“I missed having access to a gym..so I bought an old building and equipment, and we opened!” 

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Hear how Kelly Gourley identified a need for a gym in Lincoln County, Kansas and opened one.

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