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About The Woodlands - Kansas City

The Woodlands in Kansas City, KS, located at 9700 Leavenworth Road, was a historic greyhound and later horse racing venue that opened in 1989. Though the original Woodlands complex has since been demolished and redeveloped, the site remains a notable landmark in Wyandotte County. Today, the former track area is occupied by a large Amazon distribution center, reflecting a major transformation in the region’s use of the property. This page honors the history while providing practical information for visitors exploring nearby amenities and current access options.

While The Woodlands itself no longer hosts live racing or events, the surrounding Legends Village West area offers a wealth of lodging, dining, and transportation choices for travelers, residents, and event fans. We’ve gathered details to help you plan trips with ease, whether you’re researching the site’s past or exploring current improvements in the area.

Parking historically supported large crowds, with discussions highlighting the capacity to store thousands of vehicles under certain conditions. In the current landscape, RideKC Micro Transit serves the Leavenworth Road corridor, complemented by fixed-route bus options in Wyandotte County. For visitors staying nearby, Legends Village West provides convenient hotel options like Hampton Inn The Legends, Residence Inn at Legends, Candlewood Suites Speedway, and Holiday Inn Express at The Legends. While the Woodlands complex no longer stands, the surrounding community remains active with commerce, dining, and logistics developments, including the Amazon fulfillment center now located on the former site. Always verify current access routes and local guidelines when planning a visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 9700 Leavenworth Road, Kansas City, KS 66109.
  • Venue type: Greyhound racing and later horse racing track.
  • Opened in 1989 and closed August 24, 2008; demolition completed March 2021.
  • Site redevelopment: Amazon announced a 1M+ sq ft fulfillment center at the former Woodlands site (9700 Leavenworth Rd) in 2020; facility opened as part of a broader Kansas City area expansion.
  • Parking: The property included a large parking area; Wyandotte County/UG discussions referenced the ability to store many vehicles (up to about 12,000 per month under certain stipulations).
  • Transit: In Wyandotte County, micro-transit (RideKC Micro Transit) serves the Leavenworth Road area; fixed-route bus service also operates in the county.
  • Nearby hotels: Legends Village West area includes several hotels such as Hampton Inn The Legends, Residence Inn at Legends, Candlewood Suites Speedway, and Holiday Inn Express at the Legends.
  • Notable events: The Woodlands hosted greyhound and horse racing; distinctive events like Wiener Dog Races; historically high attendance in early years (about 1.7 million in 1990).
  • Demolished/renamed: The Woodlands complex has been demolished; the site is now occupied by a large Amazon distribution center.