Motorcycle GUIDE TO TOPEKA
The Road Less Traveled Discover scenic byways, historic stops, and more along some of Topeka and surrounding areas great motorcylce tours and trails!
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Welcome to Topeka DAN CLARIZIO - PAST - CHAIR OF THE VISIT TOPEKA BOARD Nothing else quite screams freedom like hopping on a
Don’t forget to stop by Harley-Davidson’s Yesterdays
bike and taking a trip down roads unknown. The wind
Motorcycle Museum. Peruse 30 different and rare
against your helmet, tunes on high, nothing but wide-
Harley-Davidsons, along with many pictures, tools and
open skies. Whether you’re taking a solo trip or a ride
collectibles displaying the store's history. It might also
with the entire crew, Topeka is the perfect destination
interest many of you to know that Topeka is not only
for motorcycle enthusiasts. The Capital City is home to
the Capital of Kansas, but also the capital of the
the Historic Harley-Davidson of Topeka. Prepare for an
Midwest motorsports scene. Topeka boasts the fastest
outstanding experience. Voted #1 by riders in overall
track in the world at Heartland Motorsports Park and
satisfaction, their team offers the best in new and
has been home to the Nitro Arenacross Nationals at
preowned rides. While you’re there also be sure to visit
Stormont Vail Events Center. While you’re in town also
the world-famous Evel Knievel Museum. Named by USA
be sure to enjoy the local scenery and snap a few
Today as one of the country’s top five museums, this
grams at our local picturesque hotspots. These include
unique gallery features the world's largest collection of
Lake Shawnee, Gage Park, Cedar Ridge, Kaw River
Evel Knievel's authentic performance leathers, jump
State Park, Truckhenge, Iliff Commons, Burnett’s Mound
bikes and memorabilia - all located within the Harley-
and more. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Capital
Davidson building. I recommend seeing Knievel’s
City of Kansas.
signature Mack truck, “Big Red,” and hopping on the 4D virtual reality jump bike.
TOPEKA HARLEY
About Topeka Harley MIKE PATTERSON - OWNER OF TOPEKA HARLEY
Historic Harley-Davidson is unlike any other Harley-Davidson dealership in the world. The Patterson family has owned and operated this business since 1949. The dealership showcases a large selection of motorcycles along with clothing, parts and service. However, Historic Harley-Davidson is unique in the fact that it offers a dine-in BBQ restaurant, a vintage Harley-Davidson motorcycle museum inside the dealership along with the world renowned, one and only, Evel Knievel Museum.
The Evel Knievel Museum is an award-winning, international attraction. In the last year alone travelers from all 50 states and over 60 different countries made their way to Topeka to visit the museum. USA Today ranked it #5 in their 2017 Top 10 Best New Attractions in the U.S. The museum also was awarded the coveted international THEA Award by the Themed Entertainment Association. This award goes to 15 international attractions that include the likes of Disney and Universal Studios. The museum showcases a comprehensive collection of the greatest daredevil of all time. Interactive displays create an experience that allow the visitor to “feel” what was like to have been Evel Knievel. Highlighted is a virtual reality 4D jump that provides an encounter that creates a realistic experience for anyone who wants to be a daredevil.
It’s an experience to visit Historic Harley-Davidson and the Evel Knievel Museum.
Plan Your Trip ROUTES
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PLAN YOUR TRIP
LAKE PERRY & FARMLAND ROUTE ROUTE DISTANCE: 78.67 MILES TIME FRAME: 1 HOUR AND 27 MINUTES Attractions on the Route:
Ree’s Fruit
Farm, Gary’s Berries Farm, Perry State Park Biking and Hiking Trails, Meriden Antique Store, Delaware River, Perry Lake Wildlife Area, Historical Marker of the Battle of Hickory Point, John Stewart Curry’s birthplace, The Ironmen of Metz Highway
Mom & Pop Restaurants:
The Pad, Almost
Home Café, Sweet Nelly’s
Gas Stations:
Topeka, Valley Falls,
Oskaloosa and Perry.
Directions:
Depart from the Harley
Davidson Shop on Topeka Boulevard, head North to Highway 24. Travel East on Highway 24 to Highway 237. Travel North
Highway 16 will come to an intersection at Highway 59 where
on Highway 237 which will curve to the
you will turn South and head into the small town of Oskaloosa,
west then the East, over the Lake Perry
Kansas. Highway 59 is a long straight road that goes past a lot
Bridge, then North and then West again. It
of farmland and yet has a lot of long and short curves to enjoy.
will bring you to a stop at Highway 4 which
You will head west on Highway 24, towards the city of Perry,
then curves towards the Northeast and
Kansas. Highway 24 will lead you back towards the way you
then North again. Pass the town of Valley
began your Perry Lake and Farmland journey.
Falls, Kansas until you get to Highway 16 where you will turn and curve towards the east.
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NOTO Arts Center
Redbud Park
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PLAN YOUR TRIP
LAKES TOUR ROUTE DISTANCE: 119.40 MILES TIME FRAME: 2 HOURS AND 48 MINUTES Attractions on the Route:
Ted Ensley
Gardens at Lake Shawnee, Stull Cemetery, Lone Star Park, Kick Start Saloon
Mom & Pop Restaurants:
Lonnie Q’s,
Hanover Pancake House, The Shack
Gas Stations: Directions:
Topeka, Lawrence
Depart from Lonnie Q’s BBQ
from SE 21st Street, turn South onto SE Wittenberg Road, turn west at the stop sign onto 29th Street, then South at the stoplight onto SE West Edge Road, follow the road around Lake Shawnee, turn east onto SE 45th Street and continue East and take second exit on roundabout at 45th and Croco. Continue East on SE 45th Street and road will turn into N1600 Road/Stull Road in Douglas County. The road curves slightly to enter Highway 40 at stop sign. Take Highway 40/ W 6th Street
North 950 Road curves into E 251st Diagonal Road where you
until you reach the first stoplight (I believe
will cross the long bridge over Clinton Lake and onto E 250
you will turn South before coming to the
Road until you reach the stop sign at Stull Road/N 1600 Road.
stoplight) and turn South onto K10/S.
(You have just made a loop). Continue on West on Stull
Lawrence Traffic way. Exit Clinton
Road/N 1600 Road which will turn into 45th Street in Shawnee
Parkway, turn right onto Clinton Parkway,
County. Continue until you reach Topeka Boulevard, turn North
and turn left onto E 900th Road. Continue
head straight until 21st streets and the Harley Davidson Shop
over the bridge on E 900th Road driving
will be on the Northwest corner.
along Clinton Lake when it turns into N 1150 Road at the curve until you reach the stop sign at E 1000 Road where you will turn right onto E 1000 Road and curves to the right onto N 1000 Road then curves left and then right again where it becomes N 950 Road.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
EXTENDED DAM/FARM LAND RIDE ROUTE DISTANCE: 115 MILES TIME FRAME: 2 HOURS AND 10 MINUTES Attractions on the Route:
Perry State
Park, Clinton Lake, Valley Falls Museum, Old Jefferson Town, Reese's Fruit Farm
Mom & Pop Restaurants: Wind
Wagon,
Bobcats Bar & Grill, Deanna's Northside Bar & Grill, Project Bakery
Gas Stations: Valley
Falls, Oskaloosa,
Lecompton
Directions:
Take Highway 10 South and exit at Clinton Parkway, turn right onto Clinton Parkway, and turn left onto E 900th Road. Continue over the bridge on E 900th Road driving along
Depart from the Harley
Davidson Shop on Topeka Boulevard, head North to Highway 24. Travel East on Highway 24 to Highway 237. Travel North on Highway 237 which will curve to the west then the East, over the Lake Perry Bridge, then North and then West again. It will bring you to a stop at Highway 4 which then curves towards the Northwest and then North again. Pass the town of Valley Falls, Kansas until you get to Highway 16 where you will turn and curve towards the east. Highway 16 will come to an intersection at Highway 59 where you will turn South and head into the small town of Oskaloosa, Kansas. Highway 59 is a long straight road that goes past a lot of farmland and yet has a lot of long and short curves to enjoy. You will head west on Highway 24 to Lecompton Road (E600 Road). Turn South on Lecompton Road. It will eventually curve east and become N 800 Road. Follow it to the Lecompton exit where it turns into Highway 10.
Clinton Lake when it turns into N 1150 Road at the curve until you reach the stop sign at E 1000 Road where you will turn right onto E 1000 Road and curves to the right onto N 1000 Road then curves left and then right again where it becomes N 950 Road. North 950 Road curves into E 251st Diagonal Road where you will cross the long bridge over Clinton Lake and onto E 250 Road until you reach the stop sign at Stull Road/N 1600 Rd. (You have just made a loop). Continue on West on Stull Road/N 1600 Road which will turn into 45th Street in Shawnee County. Drive to West Edge Road where you will turn right and drive along Lake Shawnee. Turn East at the stoplight on 29th to Croco, head North on Croco, turn left on SE Sycamore Drive, just past the bridge, take the second roundabout exit to get on I-70. Exit the Adams Street exit, turn South onto Adams, turn West onto 15th street and then South onto Topeka Boulevard where you will see the Harley Davidson shop.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
POTAWATOMI INDIAN NATION TOUR ROUTE DISTANCE: 116.75 MILES TIME FRAME: 2 HOURS AND 1 MINUTE Attractions on the Route:
Historical
Marker in St. Mary’s, Oregon Trail Crossing, Prairie Band Casino
Mom & Pop Restaurants:
Trails Café,
Boomers Steakhouse & Grill, Big Mike’s Diner, and S&A Café in Holton, Emerald Diner in St. Froggy’s
Gas Stations:
Holton, St. Mary’s, Silver
Lake and Rossville
Directions:
Depart from Harley Davidson
heading North on Topeka Boulevard until you reach the stoplight at 1st street to enter onto I-70 West. Exit onto Highway 75 North until you reach Highway 16 in Holton, Kansas. Head west on Highway 16 then South on Highway 63 until you reach St. Mary’s, Kansas. Turn East on Highway 24 where you will pass the small town of Rossville, Kansas and curving right out Silver Lake, Kansas. Exit South onto Highway 75 South then East onto I-70 from Highway 24, take the 1st Street exit and head South onto Topeka Boulevard back towards the Harley Davidson Shop.
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PLAN YOUR TRIP
NATIVE STONE BYWAY ROUTE ROUTE DISTANCE: 184.44 MILES TIME FRAME: 3 HOURS AND 35 MINUTES Attractions on the Route:
Grandma
Hoerner’s, Alma Creamery, Lake Wabaunsee, Flint Hills Rustics, Echo Cliff Park, Echo Cliff Liqour
Mom & Pop Restaurants: Chunkey’s Snack Shack, Connie's Corner Cafe, Big Bertha's Diner
Gas Stations:
Silver Lake, Rossville, St.
Mary’s, Wamego, Alma, Eskridge, and When you reach Eskridge, Kansas, Highway 4 will turn in to East
Dover
3rd Avenue. At the intersection of 3rd and MainStreet/Highway
Directions:
Depart from Harley Davidson
heading North on Topeka Boulevard until you reach the stoplight at 1st street to enter onto I-70 West. Exit onto Highway 75 North, then exit to Highway 24 West towards Manhattan. Take Highway 24 through Silver Lake, Rossville, St. Mary’s and Belvue, Kansas. Turn South on Highway 99 in Wamego, Kansas. Continue on Highway 99 crossing under the I-70 Bridge. Highway 99 will turn into East 7th Street in Alma, Kansas and then into Missouri Avenue, then back to Highway 99 as you make your way out of Alma. Continue on Highway 99 until you reach Highway 4. Go East on Highway 4 through the curves and winding scenic roads.
4, you will turn North onto Main Street/Highway 4 and continue through the city of Eskridge on N Main Street/Highway 4 following the curves on the paved Highway 4 route. Highway 4 will continue to curve along the route. You will then reach a stop sign at Highway 4 and SW Douglas Road in Dover, Kansas. Turn North onto Highway 4 and continue following Highway 4 which will eventually turn into Auburn Road. Turn North onto Auburn Road then Turn East onto I-70 heading towards Topeka, Kansas. Follow I-70 until the 1st Street Exit, turn left at stop sign and then right at stop light onto Topeka Boulevard heading towards the Harley Davidson Store at 21st and Topeka Boulevard.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
RIDE THE SANTA FE TRAIL ROUTE DISTANCE: 241.40 MILES TIME FRAME: 4 HOURS AND 31 MINUTES Attractions on the Route: Schuyler Museum, Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Flint Hills Rodeo Grounds, ESU
Mom & Pop Restaurants: Four
Corners
Steak House, The Baldwin Diner
Gas Stations: Burlingame,
Baldwin City,
Council Grove, Emporia, Scranton
Directions:
Drive South onto Topeka
Boulevard from Harley Davidson, turn left onto Highway 75 for 27 miles until you reach the Exit for Highway 56 towards Burlingame and Baldwin City. Turn Right onto Highway 56 which will curve through the city of Scranton, Kansas. Continue on 56 into Burlingame, Kansas. Be sure to follow Highway 56 through Burlingame which will take you to the center of town where you will turn South, heading towards
After passing by Admire, KS Highway 99 will cross Highway 56
Osage City. Turn West on Highway 56
where you will turn East onto Highway 56 following it back to
towards the city of Allen, Kansas and into
Burlingame, Kansas, through Scranton and back onto Highway
Council Grove, Kansas. Turn onto Highway
75 to Topeka Boulevard and back to the Harley Davidson Shop.
177 in Council Grove, heading South. Drive on Highway 177 into the town of Strong City. Turn North onto Cottonwood Street until you reach Highway 50 where you will go East. Take Highway 50 into Emporia, Kansas where you will turn North on Commercial Street/Highway 99, turn left onto E 12th Ave and then right onto Highway 99/Merchant Street again.
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