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Great Bend is a city in and the county seat of Barton County, Kansas, United States. It is named for its location at the point where the course of the Arkansas River bends east then southeast. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 14,733. It is home to Barton Community College.

Nestled along the banks of the Arkansas River, Great Bend is a picturesque town that offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. The town is home to several historic sites, including the Barton County Historical Museum, the Great Bend Post Office, and the Brit Spaugh Zoo. You can also take a stroll through the Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area, which is one of the largest wetlands in the United States.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Great Bend has plenty to offer. The town is surrounded by beautiful parks and natural areas, including the Cheyenne Bottoms Preserve, the Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, and the Kansas Wetlands Education Center. You can go hiking, bird-watching, fishing, or simply enjoy a leisurely picnic in the great outdoors.