Reece Road

Trail Overview

Most of this route snakes through the hills as a single-lane strip of rough, rocky gravel, bouncing over washboard ridges and splashing through a handful of shallow streams. A few miles from the end, it suddenly opens up into a broader, smoother road that local farmers use to reach the town, so the surface there is much smoother by comparison. You will not come across any formal or informal campsites, nor will you find bins or drinking water, and cell coverage fades in and out--keep your onX map ready whenever a bar pops up.

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Difficulty

This road consists primarily of well-maintained county gravel roads and rural connectors running through the eastern edge of the Flint Hills. The roads are graded regularly, wide enough for two vehicles to pass, and suitable for all high-clearance vehicles and most passenger vehicles in dry conditions.

History

This route traces the historic heartland of the Flint Hills, a region that has remained largely untouched by modern agriculture due to its shallow, rocky soils--making it one of the last strongholds of North America's tallgrass prairie. The trail crosses land with deep cultural roots--from Native American hunting grounds to working cattle ranches. Expect long views over tallgrass prairie, passing ghost towns, century-old barns, and scenic byways that have carried generations of ranchers and travelers alike.

Technical Rating

Reece Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV