Kansas River
The Kansas River is 173 miles from north central Kansas to the Missouri River. Since the 1970s the state supported fishing, canoeing, and kayaking on the Kansas River. As interest has grown, the goal of river supporters was to have public access every ten miles along the river. The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) encouraged partnerships with river advocates and local cities for the access points. Donations from local businesses provided the materials and heavy equipment needed to build ramps on the muddy banks with treacherous footing. The final products yielded attra
River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.