# Black Hoof Park Winter Boardwalk & Lake Lenexa Family Stroll > Place to go for families in the Kansas City area (MO / KS). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Black Hoof Park, 9053 Monticello Rd, Lenexa, KS 66227 - Ages: All ages welcome (playground geared for ages 2-12) - Price: Free admission and parking - Organizer: City of Lenexa Parks & Recreation - Official page: https://www.lenexa.com/parks/black_hoof_park - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/kansas-city/activities/black-hoof-park-winter-boardwalk-and-lake-lenexa-family-stroll--listing-ce834a2cce0aeb6694d8837d ## About Black Hoof Park is a 231-acre natural park in western Lenexa featuring the stunning 35-acre Lake Lenexa and an architecturally award-winning spillway and dam. During the winter season, the park offers quiet natural beauty with paved lakeside walking trails, wooden boardwalks traversing winter wetlands, and expansive views across the ice-fringed lake. Children love crossing the pedestrian bridges and exploring the unique natural stone play structures and children's playground. Winter birdwatchers often spot bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, and migratory geese resting near the lake water. The paved pathways are maintained and wind gently past scenic limestone bluffs, offering an invigorating outdoor winter outing that is gentle enough for little legs and stroller wheels. • Stroller Accessibility: Fully paved perimeter trails and wooden boardwalks offer smooth, step-free access around the lake and playgrounds. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Modern park pavilions with seating and clean, heated seasonal restrooms with baby changing counters located near the main playground. • Age Suitability: Excellent for all ages; nature-themed playground provides climbing and sliding equipment tailored for ages 2 to 12. • Sensory Tips: Peaceful open-air park setting with natural wind sounds, winter bird calls, and gentle water rushing over the scenic dam spillway. ## Similar picks in Kansas City - [Shawnee Mission Park Winter Lake Strolls & Family Sledding Hill](https://grassyknees.com/kansas-city/activities/shawnee-mission-park-winter-lake-strolls-and-family-sledding-hill--listing-27c52318e5c8033a0f98847d) — Open on its own schedule · Shawnee Mission Park · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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