At 1,805-acres, Swope Park is the crown jewel of the KC Parks system. As Kansas City’s largest park, and one of the largest municipal parks in the United States, Swope Park is home to many of Kansas City’s finest attractions and annually hosts more than 2 million visitors.

Hiking trails wind through woodlands and grassy meadows encompassing soccer fields, golf courses, community gardens, fountains and a treetop adventure park. Within the park is Starlight Theatre, an outdoor amphitheater featuring musicals and concerts, and the Kansas City Zoo with more than 1,000 animals from around the globe. The Lakeside Nature Center, Missouri’s largest native species rehabilitation center, is also located in Swope Park.

KC Parks is excited to announce that construction is beginning for a 10-foot wide asphalt trail/side path along Blue River Road from the Heart of America Golf Course to the Eddy-Ballentine trail. The new trail will provide a dedicated space for walkers, joggers, cyclists, and others to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Blue River area. This trail is funded in part by Federal Highway Administration grant funds. The construction of the trail is expected to be completed by the end of 2023.