George Owens Nature Park

Address
1601 S. Speck Rd.
Independence,Missouri64057United States Get Directions
Phone 816.325.7115
Website https://www.ci.independence.mo.us/ParksAndRec/Owens

George Owens Nature Park has given families the opportunity to reconnect with their natural environment since 1977. The park is open year round and provides 86 acres of beautiful forest, lakes, hiking trails and wildlife. Explore the DeWitt Center and experience rotating exhibits, a pond display and 4 large aquariums.

  • Three miles of Hiking Trails (One Paved)

  • Two Fishing Lakes

  • Organized Group Campground

  • ADA Accessible Dock

  • Family Picnic Area

  • DeWitt Center

  • Rain Gardens

  • Bio Swales Pavilion

  • Butterfly Garden

  • Outdoor and Nature Programs for the Entire Family


Accessibility Notes: The Center is accessible, but not all trails are accessible.

Categories: Accessible:yes, Eastern Jackson County, FREE, Going Places, Nature Centers & Gardens, Park'

Events at this venue

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  • Let’s Build! – Summer Splash

    George Owens Nature Park 1601 S. Speck Rd., Independence, Missouri, United States

    4:30pm George Owens DeWitt Hall1601 S Speck Rd, Independence, MO 64057 Does your child love LEGOs, building blocks, or creating epic structures from their imagination? Join Let's Build! At our […]

  • Let’s Make Bluebird Boxes

    George Owens Nature Park 1601 S. Speck Rd., Independence, Missouri, United States

    Love Eastern Bluebirds and want to attract them to your yard? Join us to build your own bluebird next box while learning about bluebird life history and habitat needs. $25 […]