Explore 15 miles of trails at KC North’s McHenry Park

Mark McHenry Park and Trails in Kansas City North

Forested hills, marshland and meadows comprise this more than 2,000-acre reserve.

Trail Mark L. McHenry Park trails

Overview
Mark L. McHenry Park, previously known as Tiffany Springs Park, provides more than 800 acres of recreational space near KCI Airport. Although the west side of the park is a team sports area, the majority of McHenry is forested and undeveloped. This is an area reclaimed from agricultural and industrial use. Remnants of quarries can be seen and have been repurposed as ponds. Apart from the sound of planes overhead, this park is a quiet respite in the busy suburbs of Kansas City’s Northland. The area is characterized by forest interrupted by occasional meadows, dissected by Hayes Creek and Brush Creek. Hikers, bikers and equestrians will all find available trails.

Length
There are four trails totaling about 15 miles. These interconnecting loops allow you to customize how far you want to walk and easily change course. The trails are: Brush Creek Loop, Ridge Ride Trail, Hampton Lane Trail and Matt Quary Trail.

  • Address
    Trailheads start from the parking lot at the intersection of N. Childress Avenue and N.W. Old Tiffany Springs Road, Kansas City, Mo. 64153. If the gate to the parking lot is locked, you can park on the roadside. Trailheads can easily be missed: They’re located at the confluence of N. Childress and Old Tiffany Springs Road, as shown below. (There are additional trailheads accessible in the parking lot.)

Mark McHenry Park Trailhead
  • Conditions Hike and bike trails are well marked and cleared. The equestrian trails are not maintained to the same standard, but are still accessible for hikers. Elevation changes are minor to moderate.

  • Kid friendly? These are relatively easy trails but would be prohibitive for strollers.

  • How busy? These trails are lightly to moderately trafficked.

  • Pets Yes, on a leash (unless otherwise designated).

  • Bikes are allowed on designated trails, which are indicated by posted signs.

  • Official Website

Mark McHenry Park and Trails in Kansas City North
Mark McHenry Park and Trails in Kansas City North
Mark McHenry Park and Trails in Kansas City North
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