Dornwood Park — Attraction in Topeka

I grew up right next to this park. My three brothers and I were out there all day, every day, every summer for years. We got to know the trails inside and out and the water dam I remember back before it fell. It's a good shaded walking trail there's some overgrown parts and there's some places that needs to be freshened up but overall great track trail for bikes or walking with the loved ones or your dog, has some very long extensive trails too. Compared to shunga trail it doesn't have the commercialized aspect, no concrete walkways no play areas no water fountains no sitting benches well very few sitting benches it's more wild for sure... so when you come out make sure you bring a canteen or something to drink maybe a picnic and go at it...

I have spent nearly a year on these trails with my dog and I must admit these are some of the best trails I have ever hiked around this area of Kansas and this is coming from a country boy that has spent most of his life exploring nature.

Dornwood trails and park are just a short drive from the south east side of Topeka which is filled with all the stores and restaurants one needs. Don't let the location fool you, I can tell a lot of care and attention has been given to them.

I look forward to experiencing them more on my journey to a healthier body and mind.

One of the best kept secrets of...

I was pleasantly surprised by the spray park they added to the park. I had no idea they had that amenity there. That's awesome for the kids who may not be able to afford to go to the community pools. I hosted a birthday party there and the park was clean and grass was cut. The playground equipment was in great condition and appeared newer than in most parks. I'm still shocked that something this nice is over here and grateful at the same time. It definitely didn't look this amazing when I was growing up! Way...