Beach season is upon the Kansas City area as two popular sandy spots – Longview Lake Beach and Blue Springs Lake Beach – prepare to open May 25, kicking off several months of swimming, sunbathing, and water fun.
“Jackson County Parks + Rec is excited to usher in another beach season at Longview and Blue Springs Lakes,” said Tina Spallo, superintendent of recreation and marinas. “Our staff looks forward to hosting thousands of people this summer as they enjoy swimming, lying in the sun, and building sandcastles with family and friends!”
Both beaches, operated by Jackson County Parks + Rec, will be open seven days a week through Aug. 10, then weekends only until Labor Day. Hours at Longview are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays and 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays. Blue Springs Beach hours are weekdays, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and weekends/holidays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
At both locations, admission is $9 for adults, $7 for children ages 3 to 15 and seniors over 65. Season passes and group rates are available.
Longview Lake Beach
Longview Lake Beach, located at 11101 Raytown Road in Kansas City, is host to many special events, including the popular “Sand Cinema” family movie series. The beach offers certified lifeguards, a covered picnic shelter, sand volleyball courts, showers, restrooms, and changing rooms. The Longview Beach area also provides plenty of amenities, including picnic tables, a reservable shelter house for events, and parking.
Blue Springs Lake Beach
Blue Springs Lake Beach, situated at 1500 NE Bowlin Road in Lee’s Summit, also features certified lifeguards, sand volleyball courts, showers, and restrooms. The beach is part of the 720-acre Blue Springs Lake located within Fleming Park.
In addition to the beach, Blue Springs Lake offers a marina with boat rentals, bait and tackle, a campground, picnic areas, and hiking trails. Boating, fishing, water skiing, and other water sports are popular pastimes on the lake. Permits are required for watercraft.
For more information on the Jackson County beaches, or to reserve a shelter call (816) 503-4878 or visit the parks department’s website at makeyourdayhere.com.
