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Loop Trails (No Backtracking) in Kansas
Kansas has 25 trails with a loop route in this directory, across 17 cities and towns — Lawrence, Manhattan, Olathe, Topeka and 13 more. Start and finish at the same trailhead: a known distance, no backtracking and no car shuttle.
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Use the filters to narrow these by surface, loop, distance, shade, lighting, restrooms, water and parking.
Corporate Woods Founders Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 461 reviews
Recreational park featuring forested trails, a splash fountain & an open field for picnics & events.
Lawrence River Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Popular cycling and hiking spot, with river views (and boat ramps).
Big Bull Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 293 reviews
Spacious park featuring trails for hiking and biking, plus playgrounds and water-play areas.
Konza Prairie Biological Station
4.9 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
This preserve for a native tallgrass prairie ecosystem has a research center & public hiking trails.
Konza Prairie Nature Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 177 reviews
Scenic network of trails through the Flint Hills for hiking, running and prairie strolling, plus some wildlife.
Shawnee North Community Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 173 reviews
Huge pool for kids and adults, along with softball fields, a playground, and trails.
Northeast Community Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 175 reviews
City park with soccer and baseball fields, a playground, and trails for walking or biking.
Wilderness Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Shady park featuring trails for hiking, jogging, biking, running.
Cedar Niles Park Clare Road Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
Vast park with rugged trails, a paved path and a looped option for hiking.
Prairie Sunset Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
Relaxed trail for walkers and cyclists featuring native Kansas wildlife, shaded patches, and a few streams.
Heritage Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Shaded park featuring a paved, 1/4-mile loop and a playground.
Osage Nature Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 77 reviews
Park with well-maintained hiking trails that are good for children and people who prefer easier terrain.
Santa Marta Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
Playground along with picnic tables and a walking trail are featured at this landscaped space.
Rozarks Nature Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 76 reviews
Trails for walking, hiking and mountain biking, plus a memorial, within a city area.
Arbor Landing Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
Neighborhood recreation space with a playground, a picnic shelter, and exercise equipment for adults.
Lawrence Riverfront Park MB Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 60 reviews
Park with trails for walking and biking.
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