Posted in Kansas July 25, 2018 by

Pitch Your Tent At This Incredible Kansas Park For An Unforgettable Adventure

Have you ever thought of a weekend (or a week) of camping fun? There’s a lot of places around the state that offer campsites, but this park is truly worth it. Grab your tent, your gear, and let’s find the perfect camping spot at this Kansas park.

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Does this scene make you want to camp out and enjoy nature? The beauty you see here is called Kanopolis State Park.
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It's full of rolling hills, bluffs, and wooded areas that are great for exploring all day.
Explore over 30 miles of trails, whether you like to hike or mountain bike through nature.
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Every piece of trail is full of all sorts of rocky outcroppings, caves, and wildlife surrounding you.
Most of the trails are also suitable for horses as well, so don't forget your equestrian friends!
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It's not every day that a horse trail is this beautiful, either.
You can find plenty of rock formations wherever you look, as well as caves dotted around the park.
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One cave in particular is smoothed out enough by water erosion that you can climb inside and feel the soft texture of the rock.
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It almost looks like a natural slide! Imagine a park full of smooth rocks to sit and slide on.
If you enjoy kayaking or similar activities, you'll find that Kanopolis is a beautiful place to do just that.
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The 3,500 acre lake has plenty of space for it, and the scenery is to die for.
While you're at camp, you're treated to some of the best views Kansas has to offer.
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Just sit back and enjoy nature for once. Especially when it's this beautiful.
Park your tent at one of the 77 primitive campsites here at the park and make your stay amazing.
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You’ll find Kanopolis State Park and all its amazing features at 200 Horsethief Rd, Marquette, KS. It’s just southwest of Salina, and straight north of Hutch. For more information, check out their website here. Happy trails!

There’s something so beautiful about Kansas’ natural areas, don’t you think? This national preserve is another perfect place to surround yourself with Kansas beauty.

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