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Trails add new dimension to park experience PRATT -- Across the state, Kansas state parks are developing more trails each year. At Tuttle Creek State Park , the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has purchased 50 acres of ground adjacent to Rocky Ford Fishing Area along the Big Blue River from the Barnes/Dyer Bridge to the south ... Read More


Sept. 14, 2012
Federal funding will help improve trails, enhance ecotourismTOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced today that Kansas’ recreational trails program will receive $2 million under the federal Transportation Bill passed by Congress this summer.“One of our highest priorities is to enhance ecotourism in Kansa ... Read More


Trails End Cabin
  • Type of Cabin: Modern Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Trails End Cabin
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    Cabin Kitchen

    The Trails End Cabin is the newest cabin located at Crawford State Park next door to the Shady Rest Cabin. It is waterfront and has a beautiful view of the lake from the front porch. It has a spacious living area with fire ring and outdoor grill in a shaded setting.

    Trails End offers a kitchen complete with stove, refrigerator, microwave, pots and pans, dishware, utensils, a toaster and a coffee maker with filters. There is a breakfast bar that seats four. The ceilings are vaulted with ceiling fans in the kitchen/living area and in the bedroom.

    This cabin will hold up to five adults. There is one bedroom with a full-size bed and a sofa. The kitchen/living area offers a twin-size Murphy bed and a futon. You will need to bring bedding for full and twin size beds, and pillows.

    Cabin Hideaway Bed

    The restroom is large with a large walk-in, w/c accessible shower. You will need to bring shampoo, soap, towels and washcloths, and other toiletries.

    Cabin Bathroom
    Cabin Bedroom

    The cabin is ADA accessible. It has heat and air conditioning for year round comfort.

    Vehicle permits are required for all vehicles entering Crawford State Park.

    No camping is allowed in the cabin area.

    Pets are not allowed inside the cabin and are subject to park leash laws.

    Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the cabin. It is a smoke free cabin.

    You must be at least 18 years old to rent a cabin.

    Reservations are accepted via the web site or through our office on a fist come first served basis.

    Phone reservations require a credit card payment. Prices are subject to change.

    Reservations may be made up to a year in advance.

    All reservations require a payment for the total rental fee plus a non-refundable, non-transferable reservation fee.

    Please refer to the information provided when you click on the reservation site for any updated information regarding making reservations, prices and availability of the cabin.

    This is a housekeeping cabin and must be cleaned before you check out. There is a $75.00 cleaning deposit required at the time of check-in. This is refundable if the cabin is left clean.

    Cabin renters shall be responsible for full payment of any damages incurred during their length of stay.

    Check-in time is 2:00 pm

    Check-out time is 12:00 noon.


3/16/16 - Friends of the Prairie Spirit Trail 20th Anniversary Banquet
20th Anniversary Trail Celebration, Dinner, and Silent Auction
(Anderson County High School - Commons Area: 1100 W Highway K-31, Garnett, Kansas)

Drywood Creek Mountain Bike Trail
  • Trail Season: Year Round
  • Length of Trail: 7 mile(s)
  • Trail Activities: Walking, Mt. Biking
  • There is camping located near the trail
  • There is a permit required on the trail
  • Location of Start: N37 38.424 W094 48.238
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    This trail is a formidable route for the mountain bikers who want a challenge in this part of southeast Kansas. It is 7 miles long, and with twists and turns and ups and downs it will give you a good workout. It goes around the entire lake and has been used many times to host Missouri mountain bike race events.


3/12/16 - Franklin County Spring Fling Bicycle Ride
Bicycle Ride and more
(Praire Spirit Trail: Kanza Park, 13th and Main, Ottawa, Kansas)

4/1/23 - Franklin County Historical Society 5K Run
Running
(Flint Hills Trail State Park - Ottawa Legacy Square Start)

Wilson Lake Mountain Bike Trail Work Crew