Parkville Nature Sanctuary

First time enjoying this area!nabsolutely beautiful.nI would suggest no stroller if you have small children. you would be better off letting them learn to explore on their own two feet or in a carrier. some areas are not stroller friendly! there are so many beautiful spots for family photos!

Great little trail hike for all ages. There’s a little waterfall at the end of one of the hikes. Two different sets of trails each little less than a mile. Great for birdwatching too.

Waterfall, nice trails. Board walk with overlook. Kid friendly. Picnic tables on trail. Natural playground items that my kids love.

First, for those that have been complaining about dogs/bikes not being allowed and there not being amenities at this park. This is not a park. It is a nature preserve. Dogs cause problems for wildlife even if it is only by their scent. Please don't bring them. English and Platte Landing Parks are just a mile down the road and they are great places for biking and for taking dogs. If you need a bathroom, there are bathrooms adjacent at the Parkville University softball fields but they may or may not be open.nnI've been coming to the PNS for years. It is one of those hidden gems that many people do not know about. It has marvelous walking trails and the waterfall area is a must visit. At different times of the year, deer, wild turkeys, groundhogs, ducks, crows, geese, songbirds, squirrels, and snakes can all be seen here. Someone also said they once saw baby otters here but I'm wondering if they actually saw muskrats which are native to the area.nnParking can be very limited and on busy days can be non-existent. Be aware.nnStrollers will have a hard time here. The trails are either covered with chat or wood shavings and in some areas are bare dirt. If it has rained recently, some of the trails can get muddy. That being said, if it has rained recently, the waterfall can be really spectacular.

Just started the trail this time and have already seen 2 turkey, 1 deer, 1 groundhog, and 2 squirrels!