Perry Lake

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Directions and Information:

From the east take highway 24 west from Lawrence to Highway 237. (There is a large sign for Perry State Park.)  Turn right (north) and go 4 miles.  Cross the bridge, look for the trailhead sign in the State Park.

From the west take Highway 24 east from Topeka 8 miles to Highway 237 and turn north on 237 and proceed as stated above.

The trail:  Perry Lake Bike Trail is located on the west side of Perry lake in Perry State Park, half way between Topeka and Lawrence, Kansas.  The trail was designed and built specifically for serious mountain biking.  The trail consists of many hills, tight turns, off camber sections, fast trails and technical rocky sections.  Currently there are 14 miles of single track trail and about 1 mile of old abandoned campground roads.

Camping:  All types of camping are available in the State Park Campgrounds as well as in the Corps campgrounds located around the lake.  Of course all vehicles not displaying an annual State Park permit must purchase a $5.00 single day use pass.  Permits are available at the park office or at the trailhead.

Perry Lake Trail Coordinator:

Lyle Riedy, 5324 NW Lincoln, Topeka, Ks. 66618--1-785-286-4103   mailto:lriedy@usd345.com