Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Gaylord, Kansas

South Shore follows along the southern edge of Kirwin National Refuge and the reservoir. This is a winding gravel road that follows the lake edge and along Bow Creek, which feeds into the reservoir. Along…
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North Shore follows along the north side of Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge & reservoir. It is primarily gravel roads with very few washouts. Also on the West side of the trail is the visitor center,…
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This trail follows around the south side of Waconda Lake. The Lake was created in 1969, but before it was a lake, it was known as Waconda Springs, and was a sacred gathering place for…
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This route will take you through some of the beautiful and unique landscapes of central Kansas, combining scenic drives with opportunities to explore natural and historical sites. It consists primarily of gravel roads, with a…
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This well-maintained gravel road follows along the Big Salt Marsh in Quivira National Wildlife Refuge. It consists of around 22,000 acres of a rare inland salt marsh and sand prairie. The area is used by…
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This trail features well-maintained gravel road with a few narrow bridges. On the north end, there is a small section of maintained dirt road that can get muddy after rain. This trail goes through the…
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This 2.9-mile loop goes around the Castle Rock area. This is private land so please respect the area and remain on the trails. There are some side trails that are a little more difficult but…
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This trail will take you through the heart of western Kansas chalk country. The trail winds along sandy gravel roads, with epic views of the Kansas Prairie and unique geological formations. You may see plenty…
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