Parks
41 places
- Parks · community-park
Antioch Park
Overland Park
Family-friendly 44-acre park with fishing lakes, Dodge Town playground, and picnic shelters.
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Berkley Riverfront Park
River Market
Riverfront park with stunning views of the Missouri River. Walking trails, sand volleyball, and event space.
- Parks · lake
Blue Springs Lake
Blue Springs
720-acre lake within Fleming Park. Swimming beach, boat ramps, fishing, and surrounding wooded trails make it a great day trip from the city.
- Parks · nature-center
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center
Blue Springs
Missouri Department of Conservation nature center with indoor exhibits, live animals, and 3 miles of wooded trails. A hidden gem for nature lovers.
- Parks · nature-center
Cave Spring Park
Raytown
Historic park with a natural cave spring used by Oregon Trail pioneers. Trails, picnic areas, and a nature center.
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Columbus Park
Columbus Park
Historic neighborhood park in KC's oldest residential neighborhood. Playground, basketball courts, and the heart of the Italian-immigrant Columbus Park district.
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English Landing Park
Parkville
Scenic 76-acre park on the Missouri River with trails, playgrounds, and baseball fields. Adjacent to Parkville's charming downtown shops.
- Parks · nature-center
Ernie Miller Park & Nature Center
Olathe
Free nature center with hiking trails, wildlife exhibits, and educational programming.
- Parks · garden
Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden
Plaza
Free two-acre oasis with manicured flower beds, bronze sculptures, and a serene reflecting pool. One of KC's most peaceful hidden gems.
- Parks · nature-park
Heritage Park
Olathe
A 1,100-acre outdoor paradise with a scenic lake, fishing docks, mountain bike trails, and one of JoCo's best playgrounds. Great for a full-day family outing.
- Parks · lake
Hillsdale Lake & Jayhawk Marina
Paola
4,500-acre reservoir south of KC with a marina, camping, and excellent bass fishing. Worth the drive to Paola.
- Parks · trail
Indian Creek Trail
Overland Park
Over 20 miles of paved multi-use trail winding through Johnson County. Popular for biking, running, and walking. Connects multiple parks.
- Parks · park
Kaw Point
Kansas City, KS
Where the Kansas and Missouri rivers meet. Lewis and Clark camped here in 1804. A quiet spot with big views and deep KC history.
- Parks · nature-park
Kill Creek Park
Olathe
897-acre park with 12+ miles of trails, a lake, swimming beach, boating, and marina.
- Parks · lake
Lake Jacomo
Blue Springs
970-acre lake in Fleming Park with a full-service marina, fishing, sailing, and a paved trail circling the shoreline. A local favorite for sunset kayaking.
- Parks · lake
Lake Olathe
Olathe
A 170-acre reservoir with fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and a popular surrounding trail. A peaceful escape from the suburbs.
- Parks · park
Leawood City Park
Leawood
Well-maintained community park with playgrounds, walking trails, sports fields, and a popular splash pad for summer days.
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Legacy Park
Lee's Summit
Sprawling 680-acre sports and recreation complex. Home to athletic fields, a nature trail network, a community center, and an aquatic center.
- Parks · lake
Longview Lake
South KC
930-acre reservoir with swimming beach, marina, fishing, and scenic trails. Popular for boating and summer picnics.
- Parks · lake
Longview Lake Beach
Grandview
Sandy swimming beach at Longview Lake. Lifeguards, picnic shelters, and a splash-worthy summer escape.
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Loose Park
Plaza
Beautiful 75-acre park near the Plaza with a rose garden, tennis courts, and walking paths. Civil War battle site.
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Markey Park
Belton
Belton's main community park with playgrounds, ball fields, a disc golf course, and walking trails.
- Parks · nature-center
Martha Lafite Thompson Nature Sanctuary
Liberty
100-acre nature sanctuary in Liberty with trails, a nature center, and wildlife viewing. Free and family-friendly.
- Parks · community-park
Meadowbrook Park
Prairie Village
A beloved Prairie Village green space with walking trails, a renovated playground, splash pad, and shaded picnic areas. The heart of the neighborhood.
- Parks · trail
Mill Creek Streamway Park
Lenexa
A 17-mile paved trail following Mill Creek through Lenexa and Shawnee. Perfect for running, cycling, or a long walk in nature. Connects to the regional trail network.
- Parks · nature-park
Minor Park
South KC
220+ acre park along the Blue River with hiking, mountain biking trails, golf, and fishing.
- Parks · community-park
Nelson Island Park
Olathe
A hidden gem along Cedar Creek in downtown Olathe. Features walking paths, a fishing pond, and a peaceful escape right in the center of town.
- Parks · botanical-garden
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
Overland Park
Over 300 acres of gardens, trails, and natural landscapes. Features whimsical sculpture installations and seasonal wildflower displays.
- Parks · park
Penn Valley Park
Crossroads
Historic park with great skyline views. Home to the Liberty Memorial and a popular spot for picnics.
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Port KC — Berkley Riverfront
River Market
55-acre reclaimed riverfront park with trails, sand volleyball, urban bouldering, and skyline views.
- Parks · botanical-garden
Powell Gardens
Kingsville
Kansas City's botanical garden on 970 acres. The Heartland Harvest Garden is the largest edible landscape in the US. Worth the 30-minute drive from downtown.
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Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park
Lenexa
Popular 45-acre park with a fishing lake, sand volleyball courts, playgrounds, and walking trails. Great spot for family picnics.
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Shawnee Mission Park
Shawnee
The most visited park in Johnson County with 1,655 acres. Offers a lake, off-leash dog park, mountain biking, disc golf, and miles of trails.
- Parks · lake
Smithville Lake
Smithville
7,190-acre Army Corps reservoir north of KC. Boating, fishing, hiking trails, and sandy beaches — a favorite summer escape for locals.
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Swope Park
Swope Park
One of the largest urban parks in the US. Home to the KC Zoo, Starlight Theatre, and miles of trails.
- Parks · trail
Swope Park Trails
Swope Park
Network of mountain biking and hiking trails winding through the dense forests of Swope Park. Over 12 miles of singletrack in the heart of KC.
- Parks · trail
Tomahawk Creek Trail
Overland Park
A scenic 7-mile paved trail winding through wooded areas and neighborhoods in central Overland Park. Popular with joggers, cyclists, and families.
- Parks · trail
Trolley Track Trail
Waldo
A 6-mile paved trail following the route of a 1900s streetcar line through Brookside and Waldo. Popular for running, walking, and biking among tree-lined neighborhoods.
- Parks · state-park
Weston Bend State Park
Weston
Blufftop state park with stunning Missouri River valley views, 3 miles of trails, and a paved bike path. Close to the charming town of Weston.
- Parks · lake
Wyandotte County Lake
Kansas City, KS
Scenic 400-acre lake in western KCK. Fishing, hiking trails, and shelters — a hidden gem for nature lovers.
- Parks · nature-park
Wyandotte County Lake Park
Kansas City, KS
1,500-acre park with a 400-acre lake. Fishing, marina, boat rentals, hiking, and an off-leash dog area.