Longview Lake Horse & Hiking Trail

Overview
The Longview Horse/Hike Trail is a 1-mile, one-way path through bottomland forest that leads to the Longview Horse Park. It crisscrosses several small streams and backwater lagoons of Longview Lake. Wildlife, especially birds, is abundant. Near the lake you can see heron, ducks, geese and amphibians. It’s also home to deer, turkey and other local mammals. The most accessible part of the trail begins immediately west of the Mouse Creek bridge on Scherer Parkway in Lee’s Summit. There is no trail head sign, but you’ll look down the shoulder to a mowed pathway. From there, you follow the path to the Longview Horse Park where it terminates. The Horse Park itself is vast (500 acres) and you can wander it and take in wide views of Longview Lake from a high vantage point. You’ll likely have the trail to yourself. (This trail should not be confused with the better-known Longview Lake Trail, which is for bikers and hikers and is usually busy.)

Conditions This is a mowed path through tall grass and forest. There are a few trail markers, but it’s generally clear where to walk. In the instances that there are “forks in the road,” either option will usually take you to the same ultimate location. In wet weather, the Longview Horse/Hike Trail is muddy. If you’re prone to twisting an ankle, beware. In summer, bring water and bug spray.
Kid Friendly? “Big kids” who love nature can handle this hike, with parental oversight. It is impassable for strollers and wheelchairs.
Address Begin immediately west of the Mouse Creek bridge on Scherer Parkway. It is between Sampson Road and Old Raytown Road. There is no trail head marker. Just look down from the shoulder and you’ll see a mowed path.