Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Norton, Kansas

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North Shore

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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Total Miles
6
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

South Shore

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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Total Miles
7.1
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Castle Rock Trail

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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Total Miles
2.5
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Prairie Pillars Trail

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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Total Miles
66.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa

Waconda

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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Total Miles
21.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su

ATV Trails Near Norton, Kansas

Waconda

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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Total Miles
21.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su

UTV/Side-by-Side Near Norton, Kansas

Waconda

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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Total Miles
21.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su