Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Towanda, Kansas

The trail squeezes into a single lane and mixes slick mud with loose rock almost from the start. A short stretch of smooth gravel encourages a little extra speed, but the road soon crests and drops into a steep, stone-strewn descent that demands careful braking. This corner of the broader route is s...
Learn more about Southeast 70th

The route is a single-lane track, its hard-packed dirt quickly turning to sticky clay whenever it rains. Midway along, a tight creek crossing waits; the banks drop away more sharply than they appear from above, and the water sits a little deeper than most drivers anticipate, though a careful approac...
Learn more about Southeast Summit

This trail serves primarily as an access route to some of the deepest and most notorious mud holes in the park on Champlin’s Challenge. The path itself has no major obstacles, making it easy to travel for most 4WD vehicles. However, drivers should be fully aware of what lies ahead, as once you conti...
Learn more about Brake Cleaner Bend

This trail is a simple, curved road that loops around an old, abandoned racetrack, offering a scenic and relaxed drive. The terrain is mostly flat and well-worn, making it easy to follow without any technical challenges. In a few sections, you may encounter shallow mud or standing water, especially ...
Learn more about Mulvane Mile

This trail is generally smooth with no major obstacles, making it suitable for most 4WD vehicles, including stock setups. Along the way, you’ll encounter a few mud holes, but they have solid bottoms during mapping and were not excessively deep. These muddy sections may still require cautious driving...
Learn more about Beater Boulevard

This trail is heavily overgrown, with thick weeds and brush lining both sides of the path. Much of the vegetation is covered in cockleburs, which are notorious for clinging to clothing, pets, and even soft top material on vehicles. While there are no major obstacles, the dense overgrowth makes this ...
Learn more about Shop Floor Shortcut

This trail is generally simple to navigate, making it an easy route for most 4WD vehicles. However, drivers of wider or longer wheelbase rigs should be aware of a tight turn that may require careful maneuvering to avoid brushing against trees or backing up to reposition. Throughout the trail, there ...
Learn more about Crankshaft Crack

This trail leads directly down to the Arkansas River, ending at a sandbar that can offer scenic access, if conditions allow. However, drivers should pay close attention to river levels, as high water can quickly wash over the sandbar or change its shape overnight, making it unsafe or unusable. The a...
Learn more about Test Bench Run

This is a very short connector trail that serves primarily as a bypass around a deeper mud hole found on Beater Boulevard. Rather than diving into the ruts or mud, this path offers a simple and dry alternative through open prairie terrain. The trail is mostly flat and grassy, with no major obstacles...
Learn more about Tire Shine Pass

This trail provides access to what is the easiest entrance to the Arkansas River sandbar, making it a preferred route for those looking to reach the river without tackling extreme terrain. The trail itself is mild, with no major obstacles and only a few shallow mud holes, all of which appear to have...
Learn more about Sandy Bottom Boulevard

This short trail winds gently through an open grassy prairie, offering a peaceful and relaxed drive with no major obstacles along the way. The path is smooth and flat, making it ideal for those who want to enjoy a calm break from more challenging terrain. It provides a scenic stretch that highlights...
Learn more about Diesel Drip Drive

This is primarily a mild trail, suitable for most 4WD vehicles, but it does include one brief section that demands a bit of attention. As the trail drops off a small incline, it becomes slightly off-camber and steeper for a short distance, which can unsettle vehicles with lower clearance or longer w...
Learn more about Rattle Trap Run

This is a well-maintained trail that offers a smooth and relaxing drive, making it suitable for most vehicles with basic ground clearance. The trail gently winds through the property and leads to a quiet picnic area located beside a small pond, an ideal spot to stop, rest, or enjoy the scenery. Alon...
Learn more about Gearhead Grove

This trail is generally mild and offers an easy ride for most vehicles. It follows a gentle path with one section running along a small hillside, where the trail leans slightly off-camber. While this side slope may require basic attention to balance and tire placement, it is not severe enough to con...
Learn more about Tinker Trail

This trail is fairly simple overall, making it a comfortable route for most 4WD vehicles. The main feature to be aware of is a small hill climb with a few exposed tree roots, which may require light throttle control and careful tire placement. Beyond that, the terrain remains mostly smooth and easy ...
Learn more about Burnout Boulevard

This trail is generally mild and easy to navigate, making it accessible to most 4WD vehicles. However, it is noticeably overgrown in several sections, with branches and brush reaching into the path. Drivers should expect potential pinstriping, especially on wider rigs or those with fresh paint. The ...
Learn more about Differential Divide

This track leads you off the concrete road and onto gravel, guiding you toward the railroad crossing. Once you pass the tracks, the surroundings shift from public space to private grounds. The road continues straight to the main gate, where a “Members Only” sign marks controlled access. Just beyond ...
Learn more about Park Access Road

This trail is a simple, scenic connector that starts in the large open clearing of the north section and guides you directly into the wooded trail network. The entrance is easy to spot as twin tracks leading into the tree line, gradually narrowing as you transition from open field to shaded single-l...
Learn more about Spark Plug Spur

This trail serves as a key connector within the trail system, linking multiple other trails and leading directly to one of the main loops. It is well-traveled and easy to follow, making it a reliable path for navigating deeper into the trail network. In addition to providing access to major loops, i...
Learn more about Boost Boulevard

This is a short and simple trail that provides an easy, scenic drive through a mix of trees and open grassy sections. For the most part, the path is smooth and level, making it accessible to nearly any 4WD vehicle. The only feature to be aware of is a slight off-camber section at one end, where the ...
Learn more about Camshaft Crawl

This trail follows primarily narrow gravel roads with a few low water crossings and leads to four historic limestone arch bridges that were hand-built over 100 years ago. Highlights include Badger Creek Bridge, Muret Bridge, Crab Creek Bridge, and the Kirk/Pudden Spur Bridge, all recognized as histo...
Learn more about Four Bridges West

This trail is Part 2 of the Four Bridges route and leads to the final historic stone arch bridge. The route follows a narrow gravel road with a low water crossing and features a 100-year-old hand-built stone arch bridge, local wildlife, and vibrant fall colors. After completing the trail, visit Cowl...
Learn more about Four Bridges East

Lake Road is a graded rock road that is a quiet and peaceful drive to the lake at John Redmond Reservoir. This looked like a great spot for fishing or a picnic. There is no camping or fires allowed in this area; however, there is plenty of primitive or RV camping, with 110 hookups just on the other ...
Learn more about Lake Road

This 2 1/2 mile Trail takes you through the Otter Creek ORV area. The trail is mostly flat, with a few slight elevation changes, and some mud holes that can get deep; however, they are relatively easy to either split or go around entirely. Everything from a small ATV up should have no problem. If th...
Learn more about Otter Creek Main Trail

This trail serves primarily as an access route to some of the deepest and most notorious mud holes in the park on Champlin’s Challenge. The path itself has no major obstacles, making it easy to travel for most 4WD vehicles. However, drivers should be fully aware of what lies ahead, as once you conti...
Learn more about Brake Cleaner Bend

This trail is a simple, curved road that loops around an old, abandoned racetrack, offering a scenic and relaxed drive. The terrain is mostly flat and well-worn, making it easy to follow without any technical challenges. In a few sections, you may encounter shallow mud or standing water, especially ...
Learn more about Mulvane Mile

This trail is generally smooth with no major obstacles, making it suitable for most 4WD vehicles, including stock setups. Along the way, you’ll encounter a few mud holes, but they have solid bottoms during mapping and were not excessively deep. These muddy sections may still require cautious driving...
Learn more about Beater Boulevard

This trail is heavily overgrown, with thick weeds and brush lining both sides of the path. Much of the vegetation is covered in cockleburs, which are notorious for clinging to clothing, pets, and even soft top material on vehicles. While there are no major obstacles, the dense overgrowth makes this ...
Learn more about Shop Floor Shortcut