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Horsethief Canyon

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  • Location: Ellsworth County, Kansas, United States

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    April 20, 2023

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    Although the true origin of the name "Horsethief Canyon" has been lost to time, there are many stories. One tale describes a pair of horse thieves who were caught, killed, and buried in the canyon by a local deputy.
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    Elevation 460 m

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