Mixed Levels

Kansas River from Manhattan Highway 177 bridge to Blue River

The route shown here traces the general river corridor and is not intended to be a precise path to navigate the river. Be aware that river channels are constantly changing and many obstacles may be found along the entire route.

Kansas River headwaters access in Junction City to Manhattan

The route shown here traces the general river corridor and is not intended to be a precise path to navigate the river. Be aware that river channels are constantly changing and many obstacles may be found along the entire route.

Connector trail west of Mud Creek near ramp to levee

Short loop to the Kansas River with boardwalks

Natural surface biking and hiking trails along north side of Kansas River

The Perry Lake Bike Trail is located on the west side of Perry Lake, in Perry State Park, half-way between Topeka and Lawrence Kansas. The trail was designed and built specifically for mountain bike enthusiasts. A favorite among advanced skills riders and trail runners, it hosts several competitive events each year including mountain bike, trail running and adventure races. The trail has a very rocky tread, many hills, short steep sections with tight turns, off camber, fast and technical rocky sections. Most of the trail is under a deep canopy of hardwoods.