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Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,574 Google reviews · Running trail in Blue Springs, Missouri · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Natural preserve of forest, native grass, prairie & ponds, attracting birders, hikers & hunters.
What runners say about Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
“It was clean, well marked, had information placards, benches etc.”
“Other than hearing traffic noise from nearby highway, this place is wonderful, great views, nice trails, you'll likely see wildlife.”
“Burr Oak Woods Nature Center has something for all ages.”
A really beautiful nature area in Blue Springs. It’s very close to I-435 so it’s easy to get here. We did the Bethany Falls loop trail and it was amazing. Lots of beautiful rock formations, a creek, valley, trees, wildlife and even a prairie that is accessible from this trail and leads to another trail.
Been here literally hundreds of times over the last 30 plus yrs. I love coming here! Great place to bring kiddos for nature classes, field trips or any time they are open. The nature center has big fish tank, snakes, frogs,turtles and tons of taxidermy animals and activities for the kids.
Moved near the Burr Oak Woods a two weeks ago and I feel so blessed to have such an amazing piece of preserved nature in my back yard. Great walking/running trails with a decent variety of lengths with fantastic views and fun informational plaques about the area along the trails!
This park is well-maintained and beautiful. Beautiful rock formations and paths. The Bethany Falls trail doesn't allow dogs, which I kind of appreciate so you're not dodging land mines.
Trail conditions & character
“Great walking/running trails with a decent variety of lengths with fantastic views and fun informational plaques about the area along the trails!”
“Lots of beautiful rock formations, a creek, valley, trees, wildlife and even a prairie that is accessible from this trail and leads to another trail.”
“A large paved parking lot is provided with designated wheelchair/handicap parking spots.”
“The Bethany Falls trail doesn't allow dogs, which I kind of appreciate so you're not dodging land mines.”
“They do have bathrooms by the entrance of the trails and at the nature center.”
“A large paved parking lot is provided with designated wheelchair/handicap parking spots.”
Plan your run at Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemdc.mo.gov
- Phone(816) 228-3766
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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