The Prairie Center is a 300-acre tallgrass preserve and education site with trails winding through remnant and reestablished prairie and riparian woodlands. Just minutes from downtown Olathe, this is a peacefully quiet area with winding trails through rolling hills. The main trails are graveled, but there are side trails which are more like grassy footpaths. Little walkers shouldn’t have much trouble for most of the trails in this park, depending on weather conditions. The place where the trail crosses the stream may be impassable without getting wet – there is no bridge over the water and the concrete could be slippery.
No horses, bicycles or, motorized vehicles are allowed. Pit toilets are available. The Prairie Center is open to the public from dawn to dusk seven days a week for trail walking or for fishing in the lake. As emphasized by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, NO PETS ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY.
Prairie Center is operated by the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism. https://ksoutdoors.com/KDWPT-Info/Locations/Museums-and-Nature-Centers/Olathe-Prairie-Center
Cell Receptions
Excellent
Open Season
Fall,Spring,Summer,Winter
Nearby convenience store
Yes
Emergency support within 5 miles
Yes
Trail Length/Type
Varies, Loop
Helpful Trail Information
Creek / River, Fishing, Lake, Mud Puddles, Picnic Area, and Wildlife Viewing
Parking Details
Main parking lot is located at 26235 West 135th Street. Turn south on Ceder Niles Road.
Relevant Trail Links
https://ksoutdoors.com/KDWPT-Info/Locations/Museums-and-Nature-Centers/Olathe-Prairie-Center