Cave Spring Park

The hidden little forest in the city.

What makes it fun

Cave Spring Park is a 39 acre park on the National Historic Site Registry. This free park offers tons of nature to explore with 4.5 miles of easy but winding trails. Dogs are welcome to enjoy the park with you but please keep them on a leash. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life for a day date in Cave Spring Park. Pack a picnic and go explore nature!

Google Reviews

Cave Spring Park

4.6

Based on 871 reviews

Fowler and Family

4 months ago

Kelly Walker

4 months ago

Was clean and not too busy. I felt safe with my child and there was ample shade. I would have maybe offered more designated seating along the trails, perhaps fallen trees, idk. I have gone back several times and always look forward to it. I have recommended this park to countless others.

Courtney Richard

4 months ago

Rachel Bryant

4 months ago

Nice little walk through shaded trees. Some of the paths are hard to follow but you figure it out.

cindy lou

4 months ago

I wondered if I should leave a review. It's great here if you like to be alone and have an episode in the woods. I come for hours and only see about two people for the whole time I'm there..I like it a lot. Missouri is simulation in the worst way and here you can get away from all the paid actors. However there still will be signs for Truman everywhere on the trail just to remind you.. You're on the Truman show Why is it so weird here? @cindiloulou711 if you want to talk

Susan H.

2 years ago

Tucked in Raytown MO. This park offers an easy paves, sometimes slightly bumpy path into a wooded area. Shade is plentiful and you really feel in nature. Easy for kids and pets to navigate. Parking easy. Negative is no on-site bathroom. other than a PortoJohn. Happy trails 👣.

Rachel Campfield

2 years ago

Great family hike! Easy to traverse, plenty of spots to stop and enjoy picnic lunch. Site could use some love. Trails were over grown in spots. Nature center was closed when we visited, porta potty was available.

Carrie Hamam

2 years ago

We took the grandson to see the cave and other interesting things there. The trails are very nice and have well guided signs. Good place to walk and take the kiddos.

Cassandra Lumpkin

2 years ago

Chris Hurd

2 years ago

Bobbi Bolinger

3 years ago

Just a quick 10 min stop. Never knew thus was here. Ventured to the cave and saw a masonic chimney. Walked the dog. Never know what's around the next corner. Just simply cool! Left phone in truck, so no pics. We will be back for more in a couple days. Will take and post pics then!! Free camping for Scouts. Gonna check into family camping also!! Go check this hidden gem out!! Right now!!

kittenanger1984

3 years ago

Good little trails. My kids and myself loved it. Watch out for all the poison oak and what not but otherwise great little adventure.

Jessica Martinez

3 years ago

Little cave. Nice hike. The trail markers are a bit confusing.

Kieren “Kie” Hall

3 years ago

I love visiting Cave Spring Park. The trails are fun for nature hiking. The chimneys are an interesting bit of history from the Settler's days. On this visit we found The Tree. It is a sight to behold. It had a bunch of blue striped lizards on it that were really interesting. Skinks maybe? Every visit you'll see something new! At the entrance there is a little lending library where you can leave a book and take a book if you wish. We have plans to come back with some books to share. Definitely come on out and stretch your legs here and bring the kids.

Jo Povall

4 years ago

It looks like a tiny park on the map but arriving there are so many winding paths and trails. I do wish things were labeled with information explaining it and what it is. Saw these amazing "100year old" chimneys but it doesn't explain why they were built or what they were part of.

Renee Swecker

5 years ago

We forgot it was Friday and you needed reservations but the staff was very nice and we did not have to wait long for them to find us a table for 4. The food was pricey but good. The bread and spreads were tasty.Our server Sara was very knowledgeable and friendly.

Brittany Crawford (B)

5 years ago

Nice little slice of nature in the middle of the town. There are a few little hidden caves sprinkled throughout the path. The little pond could be cleaner but that's just me nit-picking. Overall, it's a great little get away for a nature pause during your day. There are benches throughout the park as well, which makes it a perfect spot for quick meditation sessions. Also, be on the lookout for hidden geocaches!

Kaulah Fielder-Bey

5 years ago

Came here with my brother to take pictures one summer before covid. And returned recently with my youngest son to walk the trail. It was amazing both times. The scenery, the smells, the quiet calm and peace. This is exactly what I was looking for and exactly what I got. I can't wait to return!!