Mineral rights in Bourbon County, Kansas
Bourbon County is a quieter corner of Kansas's mineral market, with 8 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 8
- Permits · 24 mo
- 6,317
- Wells on record
up 14% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Bourbon County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Mcgown Drlg | 6 |
| S&K Oil Production | 2 |
What the record says
Bourbon County recorded 8 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23, against 7 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Cherokee Platform basin.
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Bourbon County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Bourbon County, Kansas?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Mcgown Drlg, S&K Oil Production. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Bourbon County?
Start with the Bourbon County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Bourbon County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.