Skip to main content

Outdoor Adventures

🧗 Outdoor Adventures for Kids in Smithville, MO

1 hiking, farms, nature centers, and outdoor adventure spots rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Smithville

1 of 1
Smithville Lake lake in Smithville, MO🧗 Adventure
Photo: Trish Gillette

Smithville Lake

★4.5(403)Free

Smithville Lake is a sprawling 7,190-acre recreational paradise that offers families endless outdoor adventures just 30 minutes north of Kansas City. With multiple swimming beaches, well-maintained hiking trails, excellent fishing spots, and picnic areas scattered around the shoreline, there's something for every family member to enjoy whether you're seeking active water sports or a relaxing day by the lake.

🕑 4-6 hours for a beach day; 2-3 hours for hiking or a picnic outing

Also in Kansas City Metro

Gladstone, MO (10)Liberty, MO (10)Parkville, MO (11)Kansas City, MO (25)Independence, MO (11)Shawnee, KS (11)Raytown, MO (6)Prairie Village, KS (12)Overland Park, KS (10)Lenexa, KS (12)Leawood, KS (12)Blue Springs, MO (12)