4070

Trail Overview

This back road runs a little tighter than its neighbors, yet the gravel surface is primarily smooth, apart from the occasional washboard patch or pothole. Because the route cuts through open-range cattle country, you will roll over several grids and should stay alert for livestock grazing right beside the track. One hill presents a sharp climb and drop; ease over the crest because a level spot on top is sometimes used as improvised parking. Although you can spot room overnight, the land here is private, and only the road is public, so overnighting is best avoided. No bins, taps, or reliable signals exist, so confirm your onX coverage before leaving the pavement.

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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. 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 trails 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

4070 can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV