Perry Lake Trail
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Perry Lake Trail
U.S. Corps of Engineers
Backcountry Trail
- Length
30 miles
- Elevation Gain
--
- Route Type
out & back
(1 review)
- Length
30 miles - Elevation Gain
-- - Route Type
out & back
This trail is 30 miles long and traverses much of the historic Old Military trail from Ft. Leavenworth to Ft. Riley (Kansas). It is unique in its historic value, but it also distinctive in its geologic and topographic aspects.
Location: N of Lawrence, northeast KS, runs on east side of Perry Reservoir at Perry SP
- States: Kansas
- Counties: Jefferson
This trail was developed under the guidance of the Kansas Trails Council and is managed by the Corps of Engineers. Volunteers under the direction of the Kansas Trails Council provide all of the maintenance on the trail. This trail is 30 miles long and traverses much of the historic Old Military trail from Ft. Leavenworth to Ft. Riley (Kansas). It is unique in its historic value, but it is also distinctive in its geologic and topographic aspects.
The trail is located in the northeast part of Kansas, which is the western edge of the eastern hardwoods. The Perry Trail is comprised of rolling hills and oak-hickory forest as well as open, native grasslands that make it a one-of-a-kind trail for the Midwest. The trail follows much of the shoreline of beautiful Perry Lake, an 11,200 surface flood control/recreation lake which draws approximately 1 million visitors a year. Numerous backpackers and day hikers utilize this trail throughout the year, as well as wildlife observers and history buffs.
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Reviews
Kevin Otterman
Perry Lake Hiking Trail
I am a long-time volunteer on this particular trail in Kansas. The trail is 29 miles in length, forms a very large loop (so hikers can cover entire loop and return back to same place/car), and is marked throughout with blue blazes and mile markers. About 55% is woods and about 45% is open fields. Much of the trail follows Perry Lake shoreline, with a many views of the main lake and tributaries. Terrain variation is less than 200', making for an easy/moderate hike.
Allowed Uses:
Boating, motorized Dogs, on leash Hiking/Walking Snow, cross-country skiingOther Activities
- Camping
- Fishing
- Snow, snow play general
- Wildlife viewing / observation
Public Contact
US Army Corps of Engineers10419 Perry Park Dr.
Perry, KS 66073
[email protected] • (785) 597-5144
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More Details
- Elevation (low): 892
- Elevation (high): 1025
- Elevation (cumulative): --
- Part of a Trail System? No
- Surface (primary): Grass or Vegetation
- Surfaces (additional): Grass or Vegetation
- Tread Width (average): 36"
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- Cross-slope (average, percent): --
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- Certified as an NRT
Jun 28, 1977