Dating in West Lawrence and Clinton Lake
In shortWest Lawrence is newer and more suburban, and it sits right by Clinton Lake. That makes it easy to get out on the water or the trails. It is a good spot for a second or third date with more time.
A first date idea
Trails at Clinton Lake
Clinton Lake is about a mile west of Lawrence on Clinton Parkway. The Corps of Engineers lists more than 50 miles of hiking, horse and mountain bike trails, plus camping, boating, swimming and fishing. Clinton State Park sits on the lake too.
Source: US Army Corps of Engineers: Clinton Lake, checked 9 November 2026
Drive out Clinton Parkway for a trail walk by the lake.
For more ideas, read outdoor dates around Douglas County or dating in a college town when you're not a student.
