Weston Bend State Park

Just around the bend from Kansas City is a gorgeous scene. Miles of farmland that have been passed down through families for generations, densely green riverside woodlands, Missouri River floodplains, and panoramic views of valleys filled with prairieland grasses and wildflowers. These incredible landscapes are just the first few pointers on Weston Bend State Park’s long resume! When you get here, you can mountain bike along the river and northern railways, picnic in an old, converted tobacco barn, and set up the family camp in a shady, spacious, grassy area. Want to walk into town for dinner? Hit the Weston Bluffs Trail that leads straight into downtown Weston. Want to see one of the best panoramas of the Missouri River? Hike the rugged West Ridge Trail. No matter what you end up doing here, you’ll  be glad you made the trip.