This year, more than 1,000 hikes will take place across the country, including 24 First Day Hike events hosted by Kansas State Parks. While the distance and rigor of the hikes wil

Kansans can get out and about this New Year’s Day with hikes at state parks. State parks across the Sunflower State are gearing up for First Day Hikes. According to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP),

TOPEKA – Start 2025 on the right foot by joining a First Day Hike at a Kansas State Park! These guided hikes, organized annually by parks staff, encourage individuals and families to embrace the New Year with outdoor exploration and a connection to nature.