Waterfall at Hodgson Mill
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waterfalls in the midwest
Waterfall Park in Independence
#1: ROCK AND WATERFALL GARDEN AT POWELL GARDENS Where: Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Hwy. 50, Kingsville, MO, 816.697.2600 About: One of the loveliest spots at Powell Gardens, the Rock and Waterfall Garden is a photographer’s dream! With a vibrant display of blooming flowers and the pleasant melody of rolling water, this is one of the most peaceful places at the garden.
Photo courtesy of Independence Tourism
#2: WATERFALL PARK IN MERRIAM Where: 5191 Merriam Dr., Merriam, KS About: The 15-acre park features an access point to the Turkey Creek Streamway Trail, a scenic walking path, and practice fields. Nearby: KC Strings #3: WATERFALL PARK IN INDEPENDENCE Where: 4501 S. Bass Dr., Independence, MO, 816.325.7375 About: The 18-acre park, near Bass Pro Shops in Independence, is nestled in a wooded area overlooking a lake and waterfalls. Nearby: Cool Crest #4: WATERFALL IN THE WESTIN CROWN CENTER Where: The lobby of the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, 1 E. Pershing Rd., Kansas City, MO, 816.474.4400 About: As our only indoor waterfall on this list, the Westin’s waterfall is perhaps one of the most famous in the metro. The limestone bluff with a rock garden and 60‑foot waterfall is the centerpiece begging to be photographed. 40 kc going places | spring & summer 2014