Flint Hills Trail Overnight Getaway - Allen to Council Grove

I packed up for a quick getaway at Basecamp Flint Hills in Allen, KS, staying in the peaceful Sleep Shack before riding 41 miles round trip to Council Grove. Along the way, I stopped at Riverbank Brewing for a house-made pils — the perfect mid-ride recharge. This stretch of the Flint Hills Trail is one of the most scenic and surreal you’ll find anywhere in Kansas. Rolling prairies, wide-open skies, and quiet moments on the trail made this ride one to remember. If you’re planning your own trip, you can explore trail resources, lodging, and more at fhtplanner.com. 🌾🚴🍺 Links: Basecamp Flint Hills – https://www.basecampflinthills.com/ Riverbank Brewing – https://www.riverbankbrewing.com/ Flint Hills Trail Planner – https://www.fhtplanner.com/ #FlintHillsTrail #Bikepacking #KansasCycling