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Hidden Hiking Gems: Three Lesser-Known Kansas Hikes

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Exploring some of Kansas' less-traveled hiking trails

For years, I have enjoyed hiking the Kansas outdoors. After being asked to create a selection of some of the state’s lesser-known hiking trail

Hidden Hiking Gems: Lehigh Portland Trails

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Photography by Jonathan Adams

Lehigh Portland Trails

Running alongside water and prairie vistas, wildlife, native grass, and wildflowers, the Lehigh Portland Trails provide a free and travel-worthy

Hidden Hiking Gems: Big Basin Prairie Preserve

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Photography by Cody Tracy

Big Basin Prairie Preserve

If you’ve been here, you know. If you haven’t, make it a priority. With sweeping grasslands and endless skies, Big Basin Prairie Preserve is

Four Great Fall Trails

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:00:00 -0400

(Photo Location: Kanopolis State Park)

With temperatures cooling and fall foliage colors reaching their peak, autumn is an excellent time to hike or cycle any of Kansas’ 4,000-plus miles of trails.

First Day Hikes at Kansas State Parks

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:00:00 -0500

If you're looking for a refreshing and memorable way to welcome in the New Year, we recommend a First Day Hike (Jan 1st) at one of Kansas' State Parks. Every year state parks invite visitors to