Six-Stop Tour: Blue Spring, MO

Spend a day making memories in Blue Springs, Missouri.

• A Day at the Lake

  Blue Springs Lake  is home to a freshwater lake, a swim beach and a marina where visitors may rent pontoon, bass and fishing boats. The site is a great place for fishing, and the lake is surrounded by many hiking trails. Pack a picnic, grab the fishing rod and enjoy a day at the lake.

• Climb the Walls

  IBEX is the ultimate indoor rock wall gym in Blue Springs and offers open gym times with day passes or memberships. The gym features more than 24,000 square feet of climbing walls and fitness areas. From tall walls, bouldering and moon board, to pull-up bars, bands and weights—they have it all.

• Come Face-to-Fin with Native Fish

  Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is home to a life-size animatronic Smokey Bear who teaches children fire safety and a large aquarium of Missouri's freshwater fish. You’ll also find an indoor nature-themed playground, hands-on exhibit and many wildlife displays. The conservation area is also home to many nature trails and picnic areas.

• Go on an Art Hunt

  Like many local suburbs, the city of Blue Springs is home to public art. The art is inspired by nature, history, sentiment and whimsy. Our personal favorite is Sundance at Rotary Park in Railroad Lake. The brightly colored modern sculptures are fun, playful and iconic to the city. Discover all of the local pieces using the map at BlueSpringsGov.com.

• Grow a Garden

  Colonial Gardens is a garden center and agritourism destination where you will find an abundance of plants, flowers and trees for all your gardening and landscaping needs. Colonial Gardens provides nursery and greenhouse products for every gardener. They also offer workshops, classes and programs throughout the year.

• In the Jungle, the Mighty Jungle

  Burrus Old Mill Park (112 NW Woods Chapel Rd.) is one of the city's oldest parks, but it recently underwent a modern update, making it one of the most popular parks in eastern Jackson County. The jungle-themed park boasts a splash pad, skate park, nature trail, and a playground with ropes obstacles, slides and more.