Williams-Grant Park - Lee's Summit

Williams-Grant Park was a donation from Joseph A. Grant in memory of L.M Williams in 1973.


Location: 401 SE Howard Street
Lee's Summit, MO  64063
This park is located in older Lee's Summit, a bit off 3rd street - close to downtown Lee's Summit.  From 291, take 3rd Street to Howard (a bit after Lee's Summit Historical Cemetery).  If you are from out of town, click here for google map directions.

Amenities: This parks boasts a playground, walking trail and plenty of benches for seating around the park. The playground is a favorite of local residents who know about this hidden treasure - it's pirate themed! The main playground equipment is a large pirate boat, complete with pretend treasure chest, slides, stairs, plastic mast and sail.  It has Addi yelling, "Argg!" most of the way there and home.  It is in good condition; perhaps a bit sun-bleached, but to a child's eye - perfect.
There is also both two toddler swings and two regular swings, so all ages are covered here.
There is a bench under one of the trees off of the playground, and more further away - but plenty of green space to throw out a blanket in some shade and finish your book ... I mean, watch the kids.
The playground area's ground cover is wood chips by the pirate boat and swing-set, and sand by the slides. Bring your shovel and pail!
There is a water fountain here, but no bathrooms - something to keep in mind.
There is also a walking trail here that is about half a mile in circumference that seems well maintained and lighted (somewhat unusual for LS parks).
The parking here is minimal and the streets are narrow. Luckily, I've never had a problem - but it's quite possible to not have somewhere to park as there are only 3 normal parking spots (2 disabled).

Pros: All the kids I've taken here have loved the boat shaped playground equipment and huge sand area.  There is lots of green space, which I personally love in a park as I prefer a blanket over benches (unless its wet out, of course).

Cons:  A few things: a lack of parking, no bathrooms, and minimal shade over the playground in the middle of the day. Bring sunscreen and a floppy hat!