Statue of General Grant – Merritt Lake loop from Fort Leavenworth
Statue of General Grant – Merritt Lake loop from Fort Leavenworth
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Statue of General Grant – Merritt Lake loop from Fort Leavenworth
02:05
7.95km
60m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 15, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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3.80 km
Old stone wall
Highlight • Historical Site
Tip by
3.86 km
Statue of General Grant
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
4.84 km
Merritt Lake
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
5.18 km
Buffalo Soldier Monument
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
7.95 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
7.41 km
294 m
233 m
Surfaces
6.85 km
1.08 km
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Description
The "Statue of General Grant – Merritt Lake loop from Fort Leavenworth" is listed as a moderate 4.9-mile (8.0 km) hike with 187 feet (57 metres) of elevation gain, estimated to take 2 hours and 4 minutes. However, it's important to know that this route name appears to combine three distinct and geographically separate elements, making it a unique entry in the Komoot database rather than a traditional, established trail you'd find on a map.
What to expect on Statue of General Grant – Merritt Lake loop from Fort Leavenworth
Given the composite nature of this route, a specific, coherent trail experience cannot be described as it would for a known path. The Merritt Lake Trail, for instance, is a challenging alpine hike in Washington state, known for its steep climb to a delightful alpine lake surrounded by mountains and whistling marmots. A Statue of General Grant would typically be a historical monument, not part of a hiking loop, and Fort Leavenworth is an army installation in Kansas. Therefore, if you embark on this Komoot-generated route, expect to navigate a path that connects these disparate points, likely involving urban or mixed terrain around Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, rather than a wilderness experience to an alpine lake or a dedicated historical trail.
Planning your visit
Since this route appears to be a conceptual loop connecting distinct points rather than a single, established trail, specific logistical details like trailhead parking or permits are not readily available from standard trail resources. If you are attempting to follow this Komoot route near Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, you should plan for urban or suburban walking conditions. Always check local regulations for access to any areas within Fort Leavenworth, as it is an active military installation. Carry water, especially on warmer days, and be aware of your surroundings.
Trail details
- Distance: 4.9 miles (8.0 km)
- Elevation gain: 187 feet (57 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 4 minutes
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