Shawnee, Kansas is located in northwest Johnson County and was ranked 17th in Money Magazine’s “Best Places to Live” list in 2010. The 62,209 residents are served by the Shawnee Mission School District and the De Soto School District. Shawnee is home to the Old Shawnee Town Museum, Wonderscope Children’s Museum and the Johnson County Museum as well as Shawnee Mission Park with it’s 120-acre lake.
Just a short drive from Shawnee, Lenexa's Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park offers a delightful blend of natural beauty and recreational amenities. This charming park spans 53 acres and features a serene lake, picturesque bridges, and numerous walking trails. Take a stroll around the lake, enjoy a picnic under the shade of the park's mature trees, or let the kids run wild in the playground areas. The park also hosts various events throughout the year, including concerts and festivals, making it a vibrant community gathering spot.