Little Blue Valley Park: Serenity rules where engines once roared
Little Blue Valley Park, Kansas City, Mo.
Take a riverside walk amid pastoral beauty.
Trail Little Blue Valley Park
Overview
This trail follows the Little Blue River past a busy sports park and then into quiet river bottomland and prairie. The 95-acre Little Blue Valley Park and trail is in far east Kansas City between Raytown and Lee’s Summit. The largest section of the trail is the reclaimed race track/concert venue that was once Kansas City International Raceway. Since the track closed in 2011, nature has reclaimed most of the old drag strip. Highlights include wildflowers in season and a scenic bridge across the Little Blue River.Length 3 miles
Address and location You can access the trail from 50 Highway at 13498 E 87th Street, Kansas City, 64139 or from Noland Road at 8259 S Noland Road, Kansas City 64138.
Conditions This is a paved and flat trail that is easy to navigate. Because most of it is unshaded, be mindful of sun and heat.
Kid friendly? This trail is great for pushing strollers or children on small bicycles.
How busy? This trail experiences light to moderate traffic.
Pets Yes, on a leash. Read more.
Bikes Non-motorized bicycles are permitted.
