Burr Oak Woods: 1,000 acres of woods and wilds
Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area, Blue Springs, Mo.
Mighty oak trees, limestone boulders and pastoral beauty are highlights of this Eastern Jackson County refuge.
Trail Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
Overview
Burr Oak Woods is a must-visit destination for nature buffs in Kansas City. Located in Blue Springs, the park features a nature center, limestone boulders and cliffs, clear streams and tall grass prairie. You can spend an hour or a day exploring the more than 1,000 acre refuge. If you’re short on time, we recommend the Bethany Falls Trail. But no matter which trail you pick, you can’t go wrong.Length There is a total of six miles of hiking on six different trails.
Address and location
1401 N.W. Park Road, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Conditions Trails range from paved to gravel and natural surface and from easy to moderate.
Kid friendly? Children will enjoy the nature center and the paved trail can easily accommodate strollers. The gravel trails are for children who are up for a rigorous hike.
How busy? This is a popular destination and can be busy on peak days and seasons.
Pets Prohibited. You can read the rules here.
Bikes Prohibited on trails.
