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North Summit Trail

5 ★★★★★ 2 Google reviews · Running trail in Topeka, Kansas · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Not reported

Confirmed from North Summit Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

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Natural surfaceTrailhead parking

What runners say about North Summit Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (2 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Very nice hiking trail. The view from the top of Burnett's Mound is absolutely fantastic, especially during the fall when the trees are in their autumn splendor. Highly recommended.

★★★★★ — Eric , Apr 2022

This is the highest trail of Skyline Park that offers the closest views of Burnett's Mound, the highest point in Topeka, Kansas

★★★★★ — Aaron , Jan 2022

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🌲 Natural surface / singletrack

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Plan your run at North Summit Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • Websiteks-shawneecountyparksandrec2.civicplus.com

Where to find North Summit Trail

3210 SW Skyline Pkwy, Topeka, KS 66614

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Running trails near Topeka

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Skyline Park (Burnett's Mound)

4.7 ★★★★★ 118 reviews

Topeka, KS

MixedScenic

Park featuring hiking trails with scenic views that's suitable for children.

under a mile away

Crestview Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 407 reviews

Topeka, KS

Paved

Well-kept park featuring a disc golf course, playground, baseball diamond, tennis court and BMX track.

under a mile away

Shunga Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ 51 reviews

Topeka, KS

Scenic

under a mile away

Warren Nature Area

4.5 ★★★★★ 6 reviews

Topeka, KS

under a mile away

Felker Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 271 reviews

Topeka, KS

PavedShaded

This local park features soccer fields, a lighted softball complex, green space & picnic tables.

1.0 miles away

Big Shunga Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 213 reviews

Topeka, KS

Paved

Sizable green space featuring trails, a BMX track, a baseball field & play equipment.

1.6 miles away

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.