Gearhead Grove

Total Miles
0.2

Technical Rating

1

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

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. Along the way, there is a small ravine crossing, but it is shallow and manageable, even in 2WD as long as conditions are dry. The trail surface is firm with minimal ruts or obstacles, emphasizing accessibility over challenge. Overall, it's a calm and family-friendly trail perfect for a casual outing rather than technical wheeling.

Photos of Gearhead Grove

Gearhead Grove
Gearhead Grove

Difficulty

This maintained trail is very easy and suitable for almost any vehicle with basic ground clearance. With only a small ravine and no major obstacles, it can typically be driven in 2WD, making it ideal for casual outings and access to the picnic area by the pond.

History

This park was formerly known as Sandy Bottoms, and longtime visitors may still refer to it by that name. The access road and staging area have evolved over time, but it remains a well-known local spot for off-road events and community rides.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Gearhead Grove can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")

Access Description

From Highway K-15 in Mulvane, head toward North 2nd Avenue and turn there, following it for a short distance before turning onto East English Street. Continue until you reach North 1st Avenue and turn left, staying on this road as it leaves the neighborhood and shifts from pavement to gravel. Follow North 1st Avenue straight out of town, crossing the active railroad tracks. Once over the tracks, remain on the gravel lane and continue forward until you reach the main park gate, formerly known as Sandy Bottoms.

Gearhead Grove Map

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