Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Winchester, Kansas

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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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Approaching from the south, this trail ranks among the most scenic routes in Eastern Kansas. It follows mostly well-maintained gravel that can become thick in spots, presenting a challenge for cyclists or bikers. The sublime…
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This trail follows a very well-maintained gravel road that remains mostly smooth as it winds through a hilly landscape. Drivers will navigate numerous ascents and descents, with occasional rocky or bumpy sections demanding attention. There…
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The trail follows a well-maintained gravel road running along a ridgeline, providing expansive views of the surrounding hills. Scattered farming infrastructure and a few cattle are visible, but most of the route passes through an…
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This section represents the trail's most technical challenges, though you can bypass it by remaining on the main artery route. Despite its short length, this narrow path sees little use and receives no maintenance. You'll…
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This trail follows a well-maintained gravel road that remains arrow-straight primarily, with a few gentle climbs and drops along its length. If you approach from the south, you'll encounter a steep descent demanding careful steering.…
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This trail follows a narrow ribbon of smooth gravel that occasionally gives way to rocky patches, winding through a dense forest flanked by a sea of open fields. You'll likely spot deer browsing along the…
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This trail is fairly narrow, with smooth, well-maintained sections giving way to rocky, muddy stretches. It winds through rolling hills, rising and falling over gentle ascents and descents before crossing a small stream. Alongside the…
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This trail is as sublime as the trail before it and unfolds over well-maintained gravel, showing few potholes or bumps as it winds through green rolling hills with gentle ascents and descents. Scattered farms and…
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This trail is sublime, unfolding over well-maintained gravel that shows few potholes or bumps as it winds through green rolling hills with gentle ascents and descents. Scattered farms dot the landscape, and the route crosses…
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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…
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This trail winds through a heavily treed landscape where the gravel surface stays buttery smooth for the most part, punctuated by a few gentle climbs and descents. Along the way, you'll cross several shallow rivers…
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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…
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Green 126 runs alongside Green 125 and begins at the bottom of a creek. The trail starts with a moderately steep incline, but then levels out into mostly flat terrain. Along the way, there are…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Green 139 connects Hillside Drive 142 to Green 147 and leads into the punch bowl area. This trail includes a mud hole that typically has a solid bottom, so traction is manageable. A unique feature…
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Green 147 links Green 141 to an area known as the Punch Bowl. The trail begins with an off-camber hill that requires careful driving. Beyond this entrance, the path is mostly hard-packed dirt with gentle…
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This trail includes a few very narrow sections where the vehicle may easily get scratched or pinstriped due to close tree branches or bushes. There are also some small hills along the way, though none…
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Green 137 is situated between Yellow 130 and Hillside Drive 142. The connection point at Yellow 130 is known for being very wet and muddy, which can make it challenging to pass. This trail is…
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This trail starts near the area where the mini ledges were once accessible, but now a large tree blocks the path intentionally. Beyond this obstacle, the trail is mostly straightforward, featuring hard-packed ground with a…
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Green 132 is located between Yellow 130 and Green 128. This trail features multiple muddy sections throughout its length, though most of the mud holes appear to have a firm base underneath. Aside from the…
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