Hike Less Than Half A Mile To This Spectacular Waterfall Wading Pool In Kansas
By Courtnie Erickson|Published June 15, 2021
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Courtnie Erickson
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Kansas isn’t known for having many spectacular waterfalls and large swimming holes, but the ones that are scattered across the Sunflower State are certainly worth exploring. Pillsbury Crossing, located near Manhattan, is one waterfall wading pool that you will want to place high on your bucket list. Not only are the sights beautiful, but the hike around the falls is short and the views are absolutely spectacular.
Pillsbury Crossing is not your typical waterfall wading pool in Kansas.
Pillsbury Crossing begins at Deep Creek. It is a flat-rock crossing made of natural limestone that provided safe passage for pioneers and their wagons in the 1800s. The crossing was named after pioneer J.H. Pillsbury.
However, the best way to explore Pillsbury Crossing and the surrounding area is on foot. The hike around Pillsbury Crossing is only 0.4-miles. It is an out-and-back trail that is rated easy.
The trail will take you along Deep Creek. If you love to fish, this is a great place to throw in a line as there are often catfish, carp, bass, and other species in this water channel.
This short hiking trail in Kansas is also where you will find many amenities, such as picnic tables. These amenities will make your trip to the beautiful Pillsbury Crossing more memorable and convenient.
The trail can provide some much-needed peace and quiet. During the summer months, the waterfall and wading pool areas can become quite busy. You may also see an increase in vehicles driving across the historic crossing.
