the world's largest ball of sisal twine

168WilliamS

During our trip to South Dakota we have talked about these little side trips. One of them being the largest ball of twine which is kind of been a joke during the whole trip, but on the way back coming back to Texas we happened upon this ball of twine. It was quite a sight to see even though the town had let the attraction go far as signage and the site around it.

calebh782

Its pretty straight forward. If you are on a long trip, I wouldn't go any more than 7 or 8 min out of your way. Surrounding area is kinda run down so an ok opportunity for photos.

307MartyD

Here's the truth: it is a big ball of twine. The town even adds to it from time to time, so it's getting bigger. Read the sign across the street from the twine for twine and city details. When we saw it last week, it was decorated as a jack o lantern. It's just for fun, and, if you are in the mood for goofy, then this section of Kansas will provide. There are also local "works of art" around town on building walls-no admission, all with balls of twine in them. Take a walk or drive to see them. And there are venerable stone buildings around too. The drive to and from Cawker City will take you through beautiful farmland. For a bigger dose day of folk art, go to Lucas, but, if you can fit Cawker City in, give it a look see.

Seeinthedark

Its a big ball of twine, that's it. It's also miles and miles off the freeway. So if you're into wacky road trip things I suppose it's fun. Also the gift shop is kinda weird, around the corner in a really old building. The old lady who works there is super nice though.

ramblinggirl67

My friends and I drove from Georgia/Tennessee to Lawrence, KS for a fun road trip centered around our favorite tv show, Supernatural (the 2 main characters are from Lawrence). We decided to use a day of our trip to drive 3 hours to see the ball of twine (& 3 hours back), and we didn't regret it! It's a great road trip stop and a fun photo opportunity. The small town is like a ghost town so there really is literally nothing else to do there. Definitely the smallest town I've ever been to. We were directed to follow a child on his bike to a woman's house who apparently sells souvenirs, but she had a sign on her door that she had "gone fishin'". The whole event was rather hysterical and made for a great story. It's nothing glamorous but it can be fun if you want it to be.

maxrebos

Since I was a kid I have always wanted to see the Largest Ball of String. I did find out it was actually Sisal Twine, but to me it will always be The largest ball of string. It is located in a town where the population must be less than a few hundred. The area around the Ball looks like a ghost town. Most buildings are empty and everything looks run down. Maybe years ago this was a happening town, but not anymore. this is a must see for your bucket list. It looks bigger in person.

lenebean2014

I am not sure what I expected.....but it IS a large ball of twine. We also had been driving non stop from Portland, Oregon to Kalamazoo, Michigan. You aren't aloud to touch it...and the photo op is kind of lame. If you happen to be near by go have a look, but don't be like us and divert extra hours out of your way to have a gander.

mja1982

Wasn't sure what to expect by driving way out of our way to come here, but were not disappointed. Yes, it's just a large ball of twine, but it's pretty impressive. We even got to add to the ball of twine by a local who came out with a large spool. Believe it or not, in 100+ heat there were 10 other people there just to see the ball of twine - and trust me, there is nothing else in this town. Don't miss out.

Herman02

This was worth the drive to this little town. There it is, under it's own little cover. I was there chuckling with another couple. It just makes you laugh. It does not take that long to drive up there from I-70, so if you have the time, go see this. Also in the area is a big lake, which is really neat. You can also use this time , coming or going from I -70 to go visit Lucas, which has a couple of fun things to see and/or Minneapolis, where you find the Rock City, also fun to go see.There is a little "gift shop" thing across the street in an old building. The lady may or may not be there. But, she has a phone number you can call and she will come to help you out.... lol

PfeiffersOnTheGo

This northern route through Kansas breaks up the monotony of I-70 and the Largest Ball of Twine is definitely something to stop and see. There is not much else to the town, but if you want to stretch your legs and talk to your kids about "patience and perseverance" this is worth the stop.

jfadds

if Andy Warhohl was alive and driving through Kansas, he would definitely stop here. Places like this are what make America great. Here we were in the middle of no where in 101 degree heat and there were besides our group of 4 at least another 10 visitors- LOOKING AT A BALL OF TWINE!!We actually were able to add some twine to the ball as a nice local lady came out to meet the crowd and allow us to be part of its history by adding on a few feet.Very cool!

Diane_E_A

My brother the farmer who lives in Ohio had made the trip to visit this ball of twine. He regreted that he burned the twine that secured his hay bales instead of saving it in a ball. He could have been famous! My husband and I were driving cross country and decided to visit the ball of twine. we are gald we did! Don't miss the trail that leads you to discover street paintings that include the ball of twine included in sites such as Stonehenge, etc.

catwic57

Sometimes I feel our USA road trips are taking on a "National Lampoon Vacation" influence. Who would NOT want to see a Giant Ball of Twine??? Boring people,that's who. This was a must-do on our itinerary and we were not disappointed, We arrived close to Halloween so the Giant Ball had a Scary Pumpkin Face too. This only added to the delight. It is just there,under cover by road.Glad we made the trip -- we were lucky enough to find 2 more similar on our 2013 adventures!Cawker City itself is probably JUST surviving because of this great attraction. Hope the Ball of Twine is safe. It is one of the things I love about the USA!!!

256celestes

Well my 8 year old and I set out to see what we could see and decided we needed to see the worlds largest ball of twine. It is exactly what claimed to be. My 8 year old liked it I only wish they had some information there to read. ..like how big exactly is it...how long did it take to make..was it only one person...

Spacescoob

When we go on vacation we are out to see the different. The largest ball of sisal twine is one of those attractions. Its free and has covering so you could still go if the elements were bad. Don't forget to sign in on the page in mailbox. Too bad the rest of town looks like it is closing up and leaving.Bit of History:"Frank Stoeber started the World's Largest Ball of Twine in 1953. In just 4 years the giant ball of twine weighed 5,000 pounds and stood 8 feet high. Stoeber gave the ball of twine to Cawker City, Kansas in 1961."www.kansastravel.org/balloftwine.htm