2012 Map of Silver Lake

About this map

The Kansas River flows through this Shawnee County landscape, separating the rural north from the suburban expansion of western Topeka. In the early 21st century, the northern half of the map retains its agricultural character around the small settlements of Silver Lake, Kiro, and Menoken. These communities are linked by the Union Pacific railroad corridor, which parallels the river valley. Notable local landmarks include Silver Lake Cem and the riverfront Camp Mattingly.