Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center

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1401 NW Park Rd
Blue Springs, MO 64015
+1 (816) 228-3766
http://mdc.mo.gov

Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center, nestled in Blue Springs, Missouri, encompasses a sprawling 1,071-acre property just north of I-70. Acquired in 1977 and home to Missouri's first MDC nature center built in 1982, this center is dedicated to offering visitors distinctive wildlife viewing and educational experiences. The area boasts diverse natural elements, including steep forested hills along Burr Oak Creek, expansive limestone outcrops, restored prairies, and woodlands.

Visitors can explore a network of trails that wind through these unique landscapes, providing a serene escape from the nearby urban and suburban surroundings. This sanctuary not only showcases the beauty of Missouri's natural habitats but also serves as a hub for learning and appreciating the region's rich biodiversity. Note that area hours are subject to change during managed hunts.

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Kristan M.
11/21/2025

Gorgeous trails. Cute conservation area with some wildlife to observe. Small little play area for the kiddos. Bird watching room, clean restrooms. I enjoy coming here in the fall

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Isabella D.
9/22/2025

What an amazing experience at the visitor center! We stopped in before a hike just out of curiosity and were met with so many educational signs and interactive experiences about the area and the...

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Rose D.
8/13/2024

The visitor's center was closed when we visited on a Monday. However, the Bethany Falls Trail was a great little 1 mile loop to explore. The rock formations were fun to adventure on, and the...

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Patricia K.
4/30/2023

Finally got to this lovely place! About a 30 minute drive from Overland Park, Kansas, this place is awesome. Arrived around 10:00 on a Sunday morning--not many folks out. FYI, if you want to...

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Abe M.
7/14/2022

Awesome place!!! Need a clean trail to get your morning walk? Do you have family or kids? You love nature and want to know more about Missouri? Perfect place!! There is a live reptiles...

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