Oregon Trail Nature Park
The Oregon Trail Nature Park showcases 19 acres of natural Kansas eco-systems, bordering the historic Oregon Trail along its southern edge. The park’s three nature trails show the beauty of the Kansas prairie, wildlife, and take you past the lakes, streams, and woodlands. A silo at the park showcases an original mural by local artist Cynthia Martin featuring immigrants traveling the Oregon Trail, a Native American buffalo hunt, and Wildlife. The park also has a shelter house, amphitheater and restrooms are available. The area is open dawn to dusk, seven days a week. Located 10 miles from Wamego.
Directions
Scenic Route:
Travel east on Hwy 24 – 4 miles
Turn left (going north) on Onaga Road – 3 miles
Take a right on Oregon Trail Road – 5 miles
Park is on your left
Fastest Route:
Travel east on Hwy 24 – 8.5 miles
Turn left (going north) on Schoeman Road - .5 miles
Take a left on Oregon Trail Road – 300 ft.
Park is on your right
For more information
Guard house at Jeffrey Energy Center
(785) 456-6149
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Operation
(620) 672-5911
www.kdwp.state.ks.us
