Abilene sits just off I-70, about 150 miles west of Kansas City, making it the perfect day trip or weekend getaway for anyone looking to escape the metropolitan hustle without venturing too far from ...

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Cedar Hill State Park hugs the shores of Joe Pool Lake, offering a perfect escape without the long road trip. The old Penn Farm buildings still stand here, giving you a peek into Texas history.

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