The Best Hiking in Topeka

This easy trail is great for a number of activities including hiking, biking, running, and horseback riding. It’s partially paved, but does have some rough sections. It’s an enjoyable spot to get active while taking in the natural scenery. It’s the only recreational trail in the US that will link...

Lake Shawnee Trail is a 6.8 mile loop hike in southeast Topeka, Kansas. This is a paved trail (wheelchair accessible) and a great spot for going for a stroll or heading out on a run. This trail is accessible year round and is family friendly. There is not a lot of shade coverage on the trail, so ...

Cedar Crest Yellow and Red Trail is a 4.8 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Topeka, Kansas.

The Skyline Park is a Park in Shawnee County Kansas. At Skyline Park there are five different trails that make up the Azuras Trails.  The trails are as follows: North Summit Trail: 1.5 milesSunrise Loop: 1.3 milesSunset Loop: .9 mileSouth Summit: .6 mileNorthwest Trailhead: .4 miles Click here fo...

Iliff Commons Hiking Trail is a 1.5 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near Topeka, Kansas .

This is one of my favorite places inside Topeka city limits! It is typically not very crowded unless you visit during lunch hours, there tends to be local workers etc. who take their lunch break in the parking lot. There are 2 or 3 picnic tables and a bench as well to relax or have lunch on. Ther...

Perry State Park Loop Trail is a 4.3 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Ozawkie, Kansas.

Perry Lake Hiking Trail is a 29.2 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Ozawkie, Kansas.

This four mile trail is located in the Woodridge Public Use Area, southwest of Lawrence and along the western edge of Clinton Lake.  Campsites are available without charge and without reservation, open to campers on a first-come, first-served basis. When you arrive at the trail head, you'll park ...

Old Military Fishing is a 3 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Ozawkie, Kansas.

Clinton Lake North Shore Loop is a 2.8 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Lawrence, Kansas.

Clinton Lake North Shore Blue and White Loop Trail is a 5.8 mile loop hike that takes you by a lake located near Lawrence, Kansas.

Sanders Mound Trail is a 1.2 mile out and back hike that takes you by a lake located near Lawrence, Kansas.

Mutt Run Off-Leash Dog Park Trail is a 1.1 mile loop hike that takes you past scenic views located near Lawrence, Kansas.

Lawrence Nature Park Loop Trail is a 1.9 mile loop hike that takes you past wildlife located near Lawrence, Kansas.

Baker Wetlands Trail is a 1.7 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Lawrence, Kansas.