White Rock Creek Scenic Back Road

From U.S. 36 north of Formoso, go 5 miles north on 280 to the ghost town of Lovewell, 2 miles west on V, 4 miles north on 260, ½ mile west on Z, then ¼ mile north on Lamm into Webber. This 12-mile route on gravel and blacktop is a drive through beautiful Jewell County scenery. First you’ll approach a line of hills south of White Rock Creek, then cross the Lower Courtland Canal and find yourself in the former town of Lovewell. As you continue west and north to Lovewell Reservoir, notice more open canals, all part of the Kansas Bostwick Irrigation District. Pass the reservoir and continue north to Webber. If you have more endurance in your tank for more back roads, continue west from Webber to K-14, then meander southwest following roads near White Rock Creek to Burr Oak. It’s a great tour past fertile cropland and through wooded and hilly terrain. This dare-to-do-dirt drive is a true test of Explorer fortitude. Consult your GPS or DeLorme Kansas Atlas.