Banner Creek Reservoir North Camp Loop Trail is a 2 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Holton, Kansas that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October.
birding
camping
hiking
nature trips
walking
lake
views
wild flowers
wildlife
Somewhat confusing map available at entry, could use more landmarks. But a great hike/walk. We mainly ended up on both the horse and walking trail and it was a great jaunt. Would like to do the full15 miles next time.
There is actually a trail around the entire lake which I estimated to be 15 miles...according to the MapMyRun app. It is easy to difficult. The brochure I picked up calls it a "nature trail which you can hike or bike 13 miles of trails including 3 miles of ADA approved trail and are single-track consisting of packed earth & grass...rated easy to moderate...features native grass and woodland areas...rustic foot bridges and wildflower plots". I have gone around it twice and the loop several times. Recently, they hosted a chuckwagon event with horses so the last time around I used a few of the horse trails where the nature trail was less maintained. It is very rugged and needs some maintenance. There are also wilderness signs to read towards the dam. The trail is not well marked so keep your bearings. I live nearby so it's a great local trail for me and I'm proud to say we at least have a great one in our community. It does cost $3.00 at the gate. I don't mind because the dollars keep the lake spiffied up. Website: www.bannerreservoir.com
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If you geocache, I have a friend who says there are over 100 there. Camping, swimming, boating, birdwatching, horse trails, a chapel & shelter houses.