There are a surprising number of wonderful trails in Kansas. Many of them span through our gorgeous Great Plains, with some meandering through the rolling beauty of the Loess Hills. One amazing terrain that is often underappreciated is the magnificent wetlands of Kansas. It doesn't get much prettier than the Baker Wetlands, a 927-acre preserve that offers fantastic landscapes and an array of unique plant and animal life that you don't see in much of the state. It also happens to be the home of a boardwalk trail that's a true delight - it's the perfect way to check out all the region's beauty while getting a workout simultaneously!
There are several trails within the Baker Wetlands - we'll concentrate today on the 1.7-mile Diagonal Trail. You can find the trailhead near the Baker Wetlands Discovery Center.
If you're looking for a quick walk, you can just stick to the boardwalk loop, but the trail does continue on through the wetlands.
There's very little shade along the trail, so you won't want to head out on a hot day.
Wetlands are beautiful, but they can be humid, so bring plenty of water, especially if you plan to stay out for a while.
This trail is a must for those who love wildlife spotting, especially bird watchers. The diversity of the species you'll see is incredible.
Since there are plenty of side trails, you can take offshoots and make this as long of a trek as you'd like.
The sunrise and sunset views are particularly mesmerizing.
The scenery here astounds many out-of-state visitors who think of Kansas as nothing but plains and boring fields of corn!
This boardwalk hike in Kansas is a must for anyone interested in our natural surroundings.
Have you ever been out to the Baker Wetlands Discovery Center or explored the trails in the area? You can learn more on the center's Facebook.
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