Discover the unexpected challenge of the American Discovery Trail. Learn why the plains of Kansas, not just the mountains or deserts, are a real test for hikers.

Westbound and Eastbound ADT hikers cross paths as Bernie and Rocky meet near the exact middle of the American Discovery Trail.

The Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, just east of the campground at McPherson State Fishing Lake, is one of the best places in America to view big, bellowing Bison in the wild. But hiking the American Discovery Trail route, which goes straight through the refuge, is now illegal!

An update of the final 241 miles of the American Discovery Trail through Eastern Kansas are complete and available – from Lawrence to the Missouri State Line.

This month, five segments covering Western and Central Kansas have been updated with increased map resolution, directions, and hiker notes.