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Long-Run Trails (5+ Miles) in Kansas

Kansas has 8 trails with long-run distance (5+ miles) in this directory, across 7 cities and towns — Lawrence, Elk City, Gardner, Great Bend and 3 more. Five miles or more of continuous trail — enough to build a real long run on.

Labels come from each trail's own listing, its website and runners' reviews. Conditions change with the weather and the season, and gates and lights follow the park's own hours, so check a recent review before you drive out.

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Lawrence River Trails

4.8 ★★★★★ 304 reviews

Lawrence, KS

9 miLoopNatural surfaceScenic

Popular cycling and hiking spot, with river views (and boat ramps).

Baker University Wetlands

4.8 ★★★★★ 247 reviews

Lawrence, KS

11 miMixedScenicDog-friendly

Spacious wetlands covering 927 acres, popular for bird & wildlife viewing, hikes & other recreation.

Craig Crossing Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 183 reviews

Lenexa, KS

17 miScenic

Relaxed space featuring duck-dotted pond for fishing, as well as hiking trails and a bike rental shop.

Konza Prairie Nature Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 177 reviews

Manhattan, KS

6 miLoopScenicDog-friendly

Scenic network of trails through the Flint Hills for hiking, running and prairie strolling, plus some wildlife.

Elk River Hiking Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews

Elk City, KS

15 miNatural surfaceScenic

Long hike with rocky areas and vistas, plus bluffs featuring rocks and caves.

Kill Creek Streamways Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 44 reviews

Gardner, KS

11.5 miPavedShadedDog-friendly

Quiet 11.5-mile route through the woods, with an observation tower, for hiking and cycling.

Kansas Historical Society Nature Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 38 reviews

Topeka, KS

25 miLoopNatural surfaceScenic

Great Bend Hike & Bike Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ 26 reviews

Great Bend, KS

6 miPaved

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