If your family loves the great outdoors, there is an easy hike that leads to a beautiful waterfall that you’ve got to check out. This little urban forest is the perfect place to take curious kids. You can spot wildlife, climb over logs, explore streams, and more along this gentle trail. Keep reading to find out where to find this awesome waterfall trail.

Located in the Parkville Nature Sanctuary, Old Kate Trail is a leisurely .8 mile hike that takes you through the woods and right to a stunning waterfall.
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This trail is great for kids. The path is well maintained and easy to follow. At just under a mile, your kids won't tucker out before the end.
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There are some neat things to see along the trail too. This spooky looking cellar will certainly keep your kids intrigued.
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Depending on how much rain we've had in the last few days, you could see a calm and relaxing waterfall or a raging, cascade of water. However, even after a few rainy days, the trail is still safe to navigate for people of all ages.
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The boardwalk trail will have your forgetting that your walking in a small park in suburban Missouri. While the trail is perfect for your whole family, your pet unfortunately can't join you. The Parkville Nature Preserve doesn't allow dogs.
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However, the sanctuary is a fantastic place to spot wildlife. Along the trail you'll spot tons of bluebird houses. There's also a great chance that you'll spot turkey, deer, and squirrels.
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A trip to the Parkville Nature Sanctuary will surely spark an interest in the great outdoors with your kids. Plus, you'll be so impressed with the scenery that you'll find a whole new love for the Missouri scenery too!
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Find the Parkville Nature Sanctuary at 198 E 12 St., Parkville, MO 64152. The sanctuary is open daily from sun up from sun down.

Have you been to the Parkville Nature Sanctuary? Did you check out Old Kate Trail? Tell us about your hiking experience in the comments below.

Do you want to check out a beautiful Missouri waterfall without any hiking. It’s possible, check out this article and find out how to get to one of Missouri’s most beautiful waterfalls.

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