Sometimes you just need to get away from all the crazy hustle and bustle of life, and Missouri has so many tucked away places, some way in the middle of nowhere and some hidden within the cities. No matter the season, here are just a few places you can go when it's time for a little relaxation.
Kansas City is pretty green compared to most cities, but it still lacks the lush greenery and plant life that you'd find in more rural parts of Missouri. However, if you head to the East Plaza neighborhood, you'll be surprised at what you might find hidden away near the intersection of Emanuel Cleaver II and Troost. Read on to learn more about a beautiful secret garden in Missouri.
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The Ewing & Mural Kauffman Memorial Garden in Missouri is situated right in between Theis Park and Kauffman Legacy Park.
Ewing was a baseball team owner and with the help of his wife, they put their good fortune towards philanthropy. They aimed to improve the lives of others in Kansas City through education and entreprenuership.
When it comes to hidden gems in the city, look no further than the Kauffman Memorial Garden.
Have you been to this secret garden in Missouri before? It's truly stunning and comparable to gardens that you might find in Europe. It may just be one of the prettiest gardens to visit in Missouri! For those who haven't, The Ewing and Muriel Kauffman Memorial Garden is located at 4800 Rockhill Road in Kansas City. And for the perfect spot to stay near the gardens, check out this chic Missouri apartment rental less than a third of a mile from the gardens.
Just before crossing the state line into Arkansas, you'll come across one of the most unique nature parks in Missouri. It's almost as if it was built near the border to prevent Missourians from leaving this beautiful state. Dogwood Canyon in Missouri is open to the public, and it's dedicated to preserving our state's incredible flora and fauna.
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The Dogwood Canyon Foundation, a non-profit organization, owns and manages the park and is dedicated to preserving and protecting the canyon’s natural plant and wildlife environment.
During the tour, you'll cross the Arkansas border where you'll get to see herds of American bison, elk, whitetail deer and Texas longhorn.
If you enjoy horseback riding, you're in luck. The park offers a 24-horse stable and guests can reserve a horse to ride through this wonderfully pretty place in Missouri.
Step into the park's treehouse which was featured on the Animal Planet TV show, "Treehouse Masters." The treehouse is home to the education center, where visitors can learn about the importance of protecting, conserving, and preserving the great outdoors.
After a day of adventuring, cozy up in the Mill and Canyon Grill Restaurant. Guests can enjoy a meal in this rustic restaurant that's built right over Indian Creek and next to the park's largest waterfall.
I had a fantastic time, and I think you will too! Prices vary by activity, so just mosey on over to the official website for Dogwood Canyon in Missouri to start planning your next adventure to one of the most beautiful places in Missouri.
There are plenty of wonderful places to stay near Missouri's Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, so finding a hotel or resort to suit your needs won't be hard. Lampe is about 35 minutes from the Branson area, so you could always get a place to stay in Branson and make a day trip to this fun nature park.
