Kansas City is known for its fountains, but there’s a lot more to see here than our nickname. There’s a hiking trail hidden near Kansas City that’s full of wonder and otherworldly beauty. It’s hiding… but where? Time to go a little off-grid in Parkville and find a great place to inspire that love of nature in all of us. Grab your boots, and let’s get hiking!

The White Tail Loop trail is in the middle of an "urban forest" here near Kansas City. The otherworldly beauty begins as soon as you step inside the tree cover, and ends once you find your way back out.
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The 3-mile trail sits inside the Parkville Nature Sanctuary, one of the most beautiful places around.
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Unfortunately, you can't bring your bike or your furry friends on today's trip. However, you might want to bring a walking stick, because this trail gets a little steep sometimes.
If you hadn't noticed by its namesake, there are often deer spotted in the area, so be sure to step lightly if you're going to be snapping photos!
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Our favorite part of this trail is the waterfall, which looks this gorgeous year-round, I promise.
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In fact... have you ever heard of a fire hydrant in the middle of a forest? Me neither. But there's one on this trail, so we'll just go along with it.
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Altogether, this waterfall surrounded by forested beauty doesn't make you feel like you're near Kansas City, so it's great for a day away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
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