Flint Hills Trail State Park
900 12th St, Osawatomie, KS 66064
117 miles of trails
At the eastern terminus in Osawatomie, Kansas, the Flint Hills Trail State Park stretches 117 miles as one of the U.S.'s longest rail-trails. Leashed dogs access shade, parking, and trash cans along the route to Council Grove. Pack water for longer segments.
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- Park
- Flint Hills Trail State Park
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Osawatomie, Kansas
- Coordinates
- 38.4942, -94.9514
- Trail miles
- 117
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.8 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Real shade
- · 117 miles of trail
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Dog policy
117-mile rail-trail (one of longest in US). Eastern terminus at Karl E. Cole Sports Complex. Leashed dogs on entire route to Council Grove.
What this park has
- Shade
- Parking
- Trash cans
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