Country Club Plaza Walking Trail
Walk along Brush Creek on The Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Mo.
Take an architectural journey through one of Kansas City’s most popular districts.
Trail Plaza Walking Trail
Overview
This urban hike is a visual delight. Begin at Kauffman Legacy Park and walk west alongside Brush Creek until you reach the Country Club Plaza. You can walk both sides of the creek, viewing Plaza architecture, the Sister Cities Bridge, Frank Theiss Park, The Nelson Museum and waterfowl. You can also include this walk with the loops around Kauffman Legacy Park, the Gorman Conservation Discovery Center and The Nelson Museum. If you do that, you’ll trek about four miles.Length 1 mile
Address and location
You can park in any public lot and walk to the trail. Parking access immediately adjacent to the trail can be found at the Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden, 4800 Rockhill Rd, Kansas City, Mo., 64110.Conditions This trail is in great condition. There is little shade, so be prepared for sun and heat on warm days. Disability access may be limited.
Kid friendly? Although there’s no reason kids can’t walk along the creek, parents should be mindful of water safety.
How busy? This spot is moderately trafficked.
Pets Yes, on a leash (unless otherwise designated).
Bikes Prohibited.
Trail map: The entire route of the trail is visible on Google Maps.
