The Leavenworth Landing Park, located on the Missouri River,
revives one of the major river landing sites where boats loaded
and unloaded travelers and freight. The design of the Leavenworth
Landing Park focuses on the role of Leavenworth as the "Gateway
to the West", with emphasis on the various modes of transportation
that led to the growth of Leavenworth as the major jumping
off point for settlers heading west. The park includes a walking
trail, sculptures of a steam locomotive and Conestoga wagon,
plaza areas depicting a railroad round house and steamship
paddle wheel, river overlooks, landscaping and parking areas.
The Leavenworth Landing Park is designed to provide a beautiful,
relaxing place to view the Missouri River, enjoy a walk along
its banks, and provide a great place for family fun.
