Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Kansas City, MO

There are 3 dog-friendly hiking trails in Kansas City, and 10 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Kansas City.

Pet Friendly Shoal Creek Living History Museum
Shoal Creek Living History Museum Located in Kansas City, MO, Shoal Creek Living History Museum is a pet-friendly attraction nestled on 80 acres in Hodge Park. The museum has twenty-one structures with thirteen authentic 19th-century buildings dating from 1807-1885. The historic log cabins and homes were relocated from surrounding counties to create a village setting. Enjoy the nature trails and a self-guided tour on the grounds with your leashed pup in tow. Waste bags are located at the entrance. See Details
Pet Friendly Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail
Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail The Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Kansas City! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Harry Wiggins Trolley Track Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Loose Park Enjoy the great outdoors with your four-legged friend at Loose Park, a pet-friendly public park in Kansas City, MO. Pets welcome as long as they remain on-leash. The park features green space, as well as trails surrounding the pond. See Details
Prather Park Visit the pet-friendly Prather Park in Kansas City, MO. Leashed furry friends are welcome to join you on walks or runs through the grassy fields. Or, you and Fido can have a picnic in the park, spending the day relaxing. Dogs must be cleaned up after. See Details
Shawnee Mission Park The dog-friendly Shawnee Mission Park is a multi-use, 1,600-acre park located in Kansas. It is the largest park in the county and the most visited park in the entire state of Kansas. Its 53-acre off-leash dog park, one of the largest in the country, has hiking trails, large open spaces and a 200-foot dog beach. The park is also home to a number of fantastic amenities such as a beautiful 120-acre lake that's great for boating, fishing, sail boarding, and much more. There are 11 spacious shelters, numerous picnic areas, nature trails, play areas, an archery range, a disc golf course, and trails to enjoy mountain biking and horseback riding. The park is also home to The Theatre in the Park, Shawnee Mission Park Beach, and Shawnee Mission Park Marina. In season, there are canoes, pedal boats, and fishing boats available for rent at the marina. See Details
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens is a pet-friendly place in Bucyrus, KS. Bring Fido to explore the 300-acre educational, recreational and cultural resource in the Kansas City region. You and Fido can discover over 1,700 species of plants, a variety of landscapes, meticulous gardens, wild hiking trails, and an open prairie. There are a variety of educational opportunities around every bend in the path. Keep your pup leashed and remember to clean up after them. See Details
James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area in Lee's Summit, MO. Fido is permitted to join you for a beautiful walk through expansive woodland & wetland hunting grounds with picnic spots, trails, lakes & ponds. Hunting dogs may be let off-leash to train with special arrangements. See Details
Wyandotte County Lake Park Trails Wyandotte County Lake Park trails extend across a 1,500-acre dog-friendly area in Kansas City, KS. Starting right before Shelter 9 in a large wooded area on the east side of the lake, you will find the trailhead for the WyCo Single Track Trail. From the trailhead there are several options for trails, all interconnect with each other at points along the way and eventually loop back to the beginning. The trails are well marked and you'll find multiple maps along the way so you don't get lost. Wyandotte County Lake Park is also a popular spot for fishing, picnicking and biking. See Details
Gary L. Haller Trail Gary L. Haller Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Lenexa! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to Gary L. Haller Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Little Blue Trace Trail The Little Blue Trace Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Independence! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Little Blue Trace Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Gary L. Haller Trail Gary L. Haller Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Olathe! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Gary L. Haller Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Heritage Trail to Black Bob Park Discover hidden beauty inside an urban area as you take the Heritage Trail to Black Bob Park in Olathe, KS. This pet-friendly path connects Heritage Park and Black Bob Park. Heritage Trail is approximately four miles in length and a popular destination for walking, biking and running. Fido is sure to enjoy this leisurely stroll, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details
Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Lenexa, KS. The park is 50.9 acres and features many amenities. Take Fido with you as you walk the trails or visit Rose's pond. Dogs must be leashed at all times while on trails, sidewalks, and in city parks. See Details
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