Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Bendena, Kansas

Riverbreaks is a gravel road that climbs from the Missouri River bottoms turning onto Quebec Road. It is well-maintained gravel but can become soft and muddy after heavy rains. 4WD is recommended when visiting this area during bad weather or snow in order to climb out of the bluffs. There are many d...
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Easy gravel road around Brown State Fishing Lake with small spurs around the lake to camp and fish. Camping and fishing are free. A couple of pit toilets around the lake and campfire rings at campsites. The lake is surrounded by cornfields. The grade is gentle and can be driven in a 2-wheel drive ve...
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Parkstone Drive weaves along the Missouri river bottoms following the Corps of Engineers levee system. It's a well-maintained gravel drive with private property on each side. This route ends and begins at Missouri Conservation areas Riverbreaks and Monkey Mountain. Many upland and migratory birds ca...
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Nodaway River drive follows along the Nodaway River to the confluence of the Missouri River. It connects the Missouri conservation areas of Honey Creek and Monkey Mountain. It's an easy-going gravel road passing through mostly private property with occasional potholes to look out for. The road may r...
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Bob Brown Conservation area is located west of Forest City Missouri in the Missouri River bottoms and is a wide well maintained gravel road. This is a great area for migratory bird watching, hunting and catfishing along the Missouri River. There are many river access points geared for fishing with a...
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This trail in Worthwine Island California is an easy gravel road that leads from MO K turning off to Road 392 to Missouri Conservation area Worthwine Island along the Missouri River. Worthwine Island provides good hunting and fishing opportunities along the Missouri River bottoms with mixed timber a...
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Monkey Mountain follows along the edge of Honey Creek Conservation area before crossing the Nodaway River. Crossing into Holt County Holt 325 road climbs quickly along the Monkey Mountain Conservation area ending at MO U. This is an easy-going gravel road that can become soft and loose after heavy r...
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The Kickapoo Trail offers a relaxing and scenic off-road experience in northeast Kansas, perfect for riders looking to enjoy a leisurely ride through nature without too much difficulty. Located near Kickapoo in Brown County, this trail primarily follows a well-maintained gravel road, making it acces...
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The Scenic River Road, County Road N. 2000 Road to N. 2050 Road, travels along the Kansas River Northwest of Lawrence, Kansas, heading west toward historic Lecompton, Kansas, the first state capital. The trail is hard-packed dirt and gravel suitable for any vehicle except in winter conditions with h...
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This run of dusty, narrow gravel rolls out mostly smooth, though the surface ripples with a few corrugated stretches that keep speeds in check. It bends past a handful of houses and skirts the edge of a golf course before emptying into a welcoming lakeside campground. The campground is easy on the w...
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The trail follows a narrow ribbon of dusty gravel that remains mostly smooth as it winds through open farmland and passes several farmhouses. Along the way, it crosses a paved road, providing access to two campsites and a nearby small town with amenities. However, there are no formal or dispersed ca...
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The trail remains mostly smooth and well-maintained, although a few corrugated sections appear where it intersects other tracks and a paved road. It runs straight through open fields, passing picturesque farmhouses and rolling hills that include both ascents and descents. Drivers should proceed care...
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The trail stays mostly smooth as it winds through rolling hills and crosses a charming bridge near its center. Composed of well-maintained gravel, the route features gentle ascents and descents with open views of the surrounding countryside. Because this road serves as a school drop-off route, trave...
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The trail is a smooth, narrow gravel path with few corrugations or bumps, winding through farmland with minimal local traffic. The route features gentle ascents and descents as it crosses rolling hills. There are no formal or dispersed campsites along this section, and amenities such as trash dispos...
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The trail remains mostly smooth, with only a few corrugated patches near the main intersection. This well-maintained gravel road undulates over rolling hills, presenting gentle climbs and descents that open into wide vistas. Travelers should keep an eye out for local vehicles along the route. There ...
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This trail runs through a creek bed, so the terrain is primarily rocky. There are several larger rocks to navigate, including one prominent rock about 2 feet tall that you can either drive over or carefully go around, if your vehicle is not too wide. Small fallen trees cross the trail as well. Be aw...
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This trail travels along the southeast corner and loops around to the backside of the abandoned house. While it presents no major obstacles, sections of the trail have significant overgrowth from nearby vegetation. These areas, especially around the curves, can become tight for longer wheelbases or ...
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Green 133 runs between Over The Hill 135 and Yellow 130, with access to Yellow 134. This trail features several muddy sections that can become very slick, especially during or after rain. There are also off-camber areas where a loss of traction could slide you toward nearby trees. Mud-terrain tires ...
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This trail follows a creek bed, which makes for a consistently rocky path with occasional standing water. Some sections are off-camber, requiring careful tire placement to stay balanced. While there aren't any major rock ledges or large obstacles, changing water levels can affect traction and visibi...
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This trail is primarily dirt-based and winds its way through an area with numerous tree branches down on the trail and stumps, requiring careful driving to avoid tire damage. While there are no significant obstacles to challenge drivers, the trail features gentle hill climbs that add some variety to...
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Easy gravel road around Brown State Fishing Lake with small spurs around the lake to camp and fish. Camping and fishing are free. A couple of pit toilets around the lake and campfire rings at campsites. The lake is surrounded by cornfields. The grade is gentle and can be driven in a 2-wheel drive ve...
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The Kickapoo Trail offers a relaxing and scenic off-road experience in northeast Kansas, perfect for riders looking to enjoy a leisurely ride through nature without too much difficulty. Located near Kickapoo in Brown County, this trail primarily follows a well-maintained gravel road, making it acces...
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The Scenic River Road, County Road N. 2000 Road to N. 2050 Road, travels along the Kansas River Northwest of Lawrence, Kansas, heading west toward historic Lecompton, Kansas, the first state capital. The trail is hard-packed dirt and gravel suitable for any vehicle except in winter conditions with h...
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This trail runs through a creek bed, so the terrain is primarily rocky. There are several larger rocks to navigate, including one prominent rock about 2 feet tall that you can either drive over or carefully go around, if your vehicle is not too wide. Small fallen trees cross the trail as well. Be aw...
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Easy gravel road around Brown State Fishing Lake with small spurs around the lake to camp and fish. Camping and fishing are free. A couple of pit toilets around the lake and campfire rings at campsites. The lake is surrounded by cornfields. The grade is gentle and can be driven in a 2-wheel drive ve...
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The Kickapoo Trail offers a relaxing and scenic off-road experience in northeast Kansas, perfect for riders looking to enjoy a leisurely ride through nature without too much difficulty. Located near Kickapoo in Brown County, this trail primarily follows a well-maintained gravel road, making it acces...
Learn more about Kickapoo Trail

The Scenic River Road, County Road N. 2000 Road to N. 2050 Road, travels along the Kansas River Northwest of Lawrence, Kansas, heading west toward historic Lecompton, Kansas, the first state capital. The trail is hard-packed dirt and gravel suitable for any vehicle except in winter conditions with h...
Learn more about Scenic River Road

This trail runs through a creek bed, so the terrain is primarily rocky. There are several larger rocks to navigate, including one prominent rock about 2 feet tall that you can either drive over or carefully go around, if your vehicle is not too wide. Small fallen trees cross the trail as well. Be aw...
Learn more about 2 Finger 125