Preserving the land for six generations.
The Bassett family established roots in Dover, Kansas, in 1855 and has been an active presence in the community ever since. In 1861, we bought our first parcel of land and since that day we have made it our priority to preserve its natural Kansas beauty for future generations.
Learn About Us
Crooked Post Ranch is a multi-generation, family-owned farm in the Flint Hills of Kansas. Crooked Post Ranch offers hunting, fishing, and camping. With private picnic areas located along the quiet banks of Mission Creek, cool waters, lush grass and plenty of Kansas wildlife await you. Designated areas may be reserved by individuals, families or small groups. Most locations are accessible by vehicle. We also feature a large pond with a sizeable recreation area pad for Birthday parties and other special events. Facilities may be leased annually, weekly, or daily. While enjoying your stay at Crooked Post Ranch, you may want to hike, bird watch, fish, hunt or trail ride. We have overnight horse facilities available for your added convenience.
Saddle Creek, LLC subdivision features 3 to 5 acre lots nestled in country serenity, just inside of Wabaunsee County. Your next dream home is only 15 miles from Topeka, KS. Saddle Creek is also home to a maintained nature trail that runs throughout the property. Residents additionally have access to Saddle Creek Riding Stable and plenty of wide open space for horsing around. Similar construction lots or hobby farm acreages are also available. Be sure to ask.
Helping the Community
We believe giving back to the community is essential. That’s why we hire young men and women from the area and teach them the value of land and wildlife stewardship. Through this work, we hope to plant a lasting appreciation for conservation while also providing them with a livable income that allows them to plan for their future.
Our blog shares many stories about our employees, the ways we protect the environment, seasonal changes you can expect on the land, and other important updates. We encourage you to check it out and discover more about the work we do and the community we’re proud to be part of.
Learn About Our Ecosystem
The Flint Hills
The Flint Hills stretches across northeastern Kansas to northeastern Oklahoma, renowned for their abundant limestone and shale deposits, mixed with flint fragments. Over time, erosion has shaped these rocks into the region’s iconic jagged, staircase-like hills. This unique terrain creates the perfect environment for nurturing native grasses and forbs, while preventing the rapid growth of trees. As a result, the prairie thrives as a haven for wildlife, providing an essential habitat for countless prairie species to flourish.
The Tallgrass Prairie
Spanning across ten states, the tallgrass prairie is home to grasses that can grow over ten feet tall. However, due to human activity, only 4% of this once vast ecosystem remains. In the Flint Hills, the rocky soil deterred early settlers from plowing the land, sparing the prairie from serious destruction. Today, two-thirds of the surviving tallgrass prairie is found here in Kansas, making the Flint Hills a vital sanctuary for this endangered landscape. We are committed to preserving this special land and providing native species with a place to thrive.