Morris County, Kansas was founded in 1887 and covers an area of 725 square miles with a population of around 5 thousand people. Council Grove is the county seat which offers various attractions such as museums, galleries and recreation centers. Agriculture has been the primary source of income but other industries such as tourism, manufacturing and finance have developed here as well. Outdoorsy activities such as camping, fishing, hunting and hiking take place at locations like Council Grove Lake or Bluestem State Park, providing visitors with many opportunities to enjoy nature and observe wildlife up close.