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Shawnee Trace Nature Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Running trail in Lee's Summit, Missouri · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Shawnee Trace Nature Trail'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.
What runners say about Shawnee Trace Nature Trail
“This place is amazing for great photos, quiet walks and beautiful wildlife!”
“Wish the trails were clearly marked & had more seating available at various locations by the trails and lakes.”
“My blind dog Meeka and I love trails theres also some nice scenery”
Nice gravel hiking trail at the back end of James A. Reed that winds alongside a dry stream. Our (leashed) dogs love all the smells and they had a great time. There was at least one person out that decided to unleash his dog (against the rules), so I guess watch out for that.
Nice walking trail. Makes you feel like you’re out of the City. It is a horse trail as well so wear appropriate shoes. Lots of different trails at James A Reed to pick from.
Used to come here all the time as a kid , now I'm older and still enjoy coming here to hike ! So much nostalgic memories hiking on the trails here .
Definitely one of if not the favorite trail of mine in James A Reed. Unlike most the the area, this trail is almost entirely covered by woods. The praries and their trails are very pretty, but I've always preferred at least a bit more forrest to go along with them, especially since Missouri was naturally mostly…
Trail conditions & character
“Great trails to burn a bunch of calories and take your dog as well.”
“This place is amazing for great photos, quiet walks and beautiful wildlife!”
“The primary loop is maintained with gravel and generally smooth with gradual inclines and very little elevation change.”
“The primary loop is maintained with gravel and generally smooth with gradual inclines and very little elevation change.”
Plan your run at Shawnee Trace Nature Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitenature.mdc.mo.gov
- Phone+1 816-622-0900
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–10 pm |
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