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Burrus Old Mill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,196 Google reviews · Running trail in Blue Springs, Missouri · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Burrus Old Mill Park'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.
14-acre hangout with a skate park, walking trail, playground & sports facilities.
What runners say about Burrus Old Mill Park
“The playground is clean and well-maintained, and there’s plenty of open space for picnics or tossing a frisbee.”
“Burris Hill Park is a charming neighborhood gem that offers a peaceful escape in the heart of Blue Springs.”
“I am so impressed with the city for putting together such a great, family friendly space.”
Burris Hill Park is a charming neighborhood gem that offers a peaceful escape in the heart of Blue Springs. On my recent visit, I was impressed by how well-maintained and inviting the park felt. The mature trees provide excellent shade throughout, making it a comfortable place to relax even on warmer days.
I hadn't been here in years. My family enjoyed the updated playground. It was a fun time climbing and exploring. Variety of playground equipment for younglings, normal younglings, and even the bigger kids. There's a volleyball area and even a skate park area there. I believe a hiking or walking path as well.
Since the rebuild of this park it is absolutely incredible. I am so impressed with the city for putting together such a great, family friendly space. The play area has a rubber floor so it’s great for all ages and all the different equipment was made with such ingenuity and creativity that actually usable and fun.
Overall, a very nice park with pretty disappointing restrooms. The men’s doesn’t have a toilet paper dispenser, and the family restroom has no soap dispenser. Otherwise, nice trails, nice skate park, nice playground.
Trail conditions & character
“A nice restroom on-site and the main summer attraction, an awesome splash pad with so many water spouts, a slide and something for ages 0-12+.”
“Burris Hill Park is a charming neighborhood gem that offers a peaceful escape in the heart of Blue Springs.”
“Burris Hill Park is a charming neighborhood gem that offers a peaceful escape in the heart of Blue Springs.”
“They have it all: splash pad, playground equipment, and easily accessible clean restrooms”
Plan your run at Burrus Old Mill Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebluespringsgov.com
- Phone(816) 228-0137
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
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