60 Things to do near Lawrence, KS
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Lawrence Riverfront Trails
Lawrence, Kansas
1.1 miles ETen miles of easy levee bike paths plus four miles of faster wooded singletrack on the river floodplain — a versatile system for all ability levels near Lawrence.
Mountain Bike
Centennial Park
Lawrence, Kansas
1.6 miles WA free disc golf course with lots of elevation and trees on 17 holes, multiple pin placements, and a nicely mowed park with a playground nearby.
Disc Golf
Riverfront Disc Golf Course
Lawrence, Kansas
2.7 miles NWShort technical holes mix with long open ones — dual targets expand the options, though the course can get very muddy after heavy rain.
Disc Golf
Wakarusa Wave
Lawrence, Kansas
5.6 miles SWOne of the premier whitewater play spots in the Kansas City area — a 4-foot ledge that produces looping and cartwheel conditions, but be cautious at lower flows where it can turn dangerously sticky.
Kayak
Clinton State Park
Lawrence, Kansas
6.1 miles WRoots, erosion, serious climbs, rocky drops, and even a rusted-out car to hunt for — bring a 32 rear cog and slime tubes for this demanding Lawrence ride.
Mountain Bike
North Shore Trail - Clinton Lake
Lawrence, Kansas
6.1 miles WOver 21 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails wind along Clinton Lake's north shore, starting at Overlook Park and stretching to the Coon Creek arm.
Hike, Mountain Bike
Bluejacket Park
Eudora, Kansas
7.2 miles EA free short recreational disc golf course in Eudora with rolling hills and newly planted trees — tees are marked with red pavers with numbers.
Disc Golf
Running Horse
Baldwin City, Kansas
11.2 miles SEA private course dropping across a deep oak-filled valley at 7,439 feet with massive elevation changes — a beast of a layout, by invite only.
Disc Golf
Kill Creek
Olathe, Kansas
14.5 miles EA multi-trail system with beginner-to-advanced options — Connector and Hank trails for newcomers, and Eddy with creek crossings, log obstacles, and Killer Creek for advanced riders near Olathe.
Mountain Bike
Baldwin City Lake
Baldwin City, Kansas
15.5 miles SA narrow-fairway course wrapping around a small fishing lake, with water hazards that add a real challenge to this free Kansas course.
Disc Golf
Rose Park
Mc Louth, Kansas
15.8 miles NIntermediate-level disc golf blending narrow wooded shots with open park holes — a well-rounded free course at Rose Park near Mc Louth.
Disc Golf
Basehor-Linwood Middle School
Bonner Springs, Kansas
17.5 miles NEA short recreational disc golf course on a school campus — available for public play outside of school hours only.
Disc Golf
Perry Lake Bike Trail
Ozawkie, Kansas
17.9 miles NWAbout 24 miles of physical, moderately difficult singletrack designed specifically for serious mountain bikers — expect hills, tight turns, off-camber sections, and fast rocky stretches.
Mountain Bike
Longview Disc Golf Course
Ozawkie, Kansas
19.5 miles NWA free public disc golf course in Ozawkie at Longview Park featuring steep topography, water hazards, heavily wooded tunnel shots, and three basket placements per hole for varied configurations.
Disc Golf
Lakeside Hills
Olathe, Kansas
20.8 miles EChallenging hillside holes overlooking Lake Olathe on a former ball-golf course, with trees, elevation, prairie, and a little water — a disc-golf-only retreat.
Disc Golf
Lake Shawnee
Topeka, Kansas
20.8 miles WAn open course on the edge of Lake Shawnee using trees and elevation effectively, with water on five holes including a cove crossing to reach hole 18.
Disc Golf
Rice Park
Topeka, Kansas
21.6 miles WAn enjoyable free intermediate disc golf course with a variety of shot types in Topeka's Rice Park.
Disc Golf
Prairie Center Park
Olathe, Kansas
21.7 miles EA rolling, open disc golf course with young trees and wind — featuring alternate tee and pin placements and a famous island shot on hole 13.
Disc Golf
Wyandotte County Park
Bonner Springs, Kansas
21.8 miles NEVery long with rolling hills, prairie scenery, tunnel shots, a water hazard, and multiple pin positions in a beautiful Bonner Springs park.
Disc Golf
Mill Creek Streamway Park
Olathe, Kansas
24.0 miles EOver 17 miles of pedestrian and bicycle trails and 4 miles of horseback trails winding through three cities along Mill Creek from the Kansas River to Olathe.
Mountain Bike
