About Ottawa County, KS
Ottawa County, Kansas was founded in 1867 and spans an area of 711 square miles with a population of around 6 thousand people. Minneapolis is the county seat which provides various attractions such as restaurants, shops and galleries. Agriculture has been the main source of income but other industries such as tourism, manufacturing and finance have been developed here as well. Outdoorsy people can engage in activities like camping, fishing, hunting and boating at venues like Hillsdale State Park or Kilbourne Bend Wildlife Area, offering visitors many opportunities to enjoy nature and observe wildlife up close.