Corporate Woods Founders Park — Attraction in Overland Park

PROS: •Beautiful tree lined path that sort of creates a loop •Nice trail for walking or biking - mostly peaceful (if you can get past the road noise) •Great place to bring kids to go for a walk, scooter, or bike since there are no playgrounds - so you can enjoy the peak while avoiding that fight •Lots of Pokestops & 3 gyms if you play Pokemon Go •You can see a plethora of will animals - there was a deer with three babies wandering around the park recently, turtles in the creek, a ton of birds, and onrey squirrels chasing one another and playing.

CONS: •Terrible drainage issues - part of the path becomes ridiculously slick when it rains due to a thin layer of very slippery mud - I've seen a lot of people slip on this and hurt themselves - I have also done this •No bathroom anywhere close to this park - if you have to go to the bathroom you have yo leave the park entirely. The closest Park on the trail, Shannon Valley, also does not have a bathroom. I'm not really sure what the closets bathroom is, other than local businesses • The road noise from the highway is so loud you can not hear bikes, runners, or other walkers come up behind you - making the park slightly dangerous for lone walkers as it is a bit secluded but thankfully it's usually an active trail • Due to the terrible drainage a section of the newly refinished path is begining to wash out underneath which will eventually create a sink hole...

Corporate Woods Founders’ Park is a great place to go for a walk or a bike ride. The trails are peaceful and surrounded by nature, with the creek running alongside much of the path. There’s even a small weir along the creek that adds a nice touch to the scenery. You’ll notice plenty of signs of wildlife, including trees with marks that show evidence of beavers, and deer can occasionally be seen nearby. There are many beautiful spots right off the path where you can pause to take in the view or listen to the water. Some construction has been underway to replace and expand the parking lot, but once complete, it should make visiting even easier. Overall, it’s a calm, scenic park that’s perfect for relaxing walks or easy rides...

This was an amazing walk through part of the Corporate Woods Walking trail. Friends told me about the Herons nesting along the trail. We entered Corporate Woods from Antioch, parked at the shelter next to the Creek. Walk West on the trail. As you walk under the 109th St. Bridge look straight ahead and up. You will see at least 7 to 9 massive nests in the tops of the trees. Some of the nests will have Cranes sitting on them. Once in awhile a Crane will take flight. I suggest you take binoculars so you have a good view of the nests and the cranes. If you own a telescopic lens for a camera or phone take it and use it. Enjoy...