Rice County, Kansas was established in 1867 and spans an area of 756 square miles with a population of around 5 thousand people. Lyons is the county seat which provides attractions such as restaurants, shops and galleries. Agriculture has been the main source of income but other industries such as manufacturing and finance have also been developed here. Outdoorsy activities like camping, fishing, hiking and mountain biking can be found at venues like Rice State Lake or Mountain View Park, providing visitors with many opportunities to enjoy nature and observe wildlife up close.