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The Hidden Park That Will Make You Feel Like You've Discovered Kansas City's Best Kept Secret

By Clarisa | Published November 01, 2017

Most people are familiar with our lovely Swope Park, our scenic Loose Park, and the Parkville Nature Sanctuary. However, there’s another park lurking around with some of the most beautiful hiking areas in Kansas City. This hidden park has been here all along, just waiting for you to discover what’s inside.

Blue River Parkway trail and Minor Park create one of the most beautiful areas of town, where you might not even remember that you're in the heart of Kansas City.

Here, you will be completely surrounded by trees and be following the river on a pretty easy path.

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The trail itself is an almost 6-mile loop, where you'll find amazing scenery...

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...rock formations...

...and the soothing sounds of rushing water.

There's plenty of wildlife hiding around every corner, and the trail is also dog-friendly!

There are parts of the trail, however, where you can hear the sounds of the city in the background, reminding you that this little haven is hiding right here in our fair city.

Can you imagine spending all day here in this little oasis?

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As sunset rolls in, you should make sure you're almost home, as you don't want to lose the trail in the dark. Otherwise, happy hiking!

After your trip to Minor Park, why not check out this other Kansas City park that transforms into an Autumn wonderland every year?

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