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The Arkansas River Trail in Kansas is situated along a 10-mile stretch of the Big Arkansas River in Wichita. You can walk, jog, or cycle the paved trail that runs mainly along the southwest bank of the river, with two separate paths along the west bank.

Along the way, you can stop to admire the Keeper of the Plains, a 44-foot tall statue of an Indian warrior, who stands guard over the confluence of the Little Arkansas and Big Arkansas rivers. If you time your walk correctly, you can watch the evening “Ring of Fire” light show. The trail also offers beautiful sunset views and you can easily access museums, the stadium, the ice rink, and the Wichita Zoo from the trail.

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