Continue Reading Route 66 State Park Hiking and biking at the old Times BeachRoute 66 State Park near Eureka, MO is a quirky recreational area with a storied history. The park is not exceptionally…
Continue Reading Winter hiking in the St. Louis Area Plenty of opportunities on the trail to beat the winter bluesI’m really not much of fan of cold weather. The short days, dull colors, and harsh conditions just are not for…
Continue Reading Frenchman’s Bluff at Cuivre River State Park A great trail in a beautiful Missouri State ParkCuivre River State Park near Tory, MO has some fantastic trails and offers exceptional recreational opportunities. No visit to the park…
Continue Reading Hughes Mountain Natural Area A short hike through a billion year-old landscapeSomehow even with all the time spent exploring the area, I had never visited Hughes Mountain Natural Area near Caledonia, MO. The…
Continue Reading Millstream Gardens Conservation Area Hiking Tiemann Shut-Ins Trail to Silver MinesMillstream Gardens Conservation Area near Fredericktown, MO provides spectacular access to the Tiemann Shut-Ins of the St. Francis River. The hike between…
Continue Reading Amidon Memorial Conservation Area Castor River Shut-InsThe Castor River Shut-Ins at Amidon Memorial Conservation area near Fredericktown, MO are simply stunning. The clear water rushing past billion year…
Continue Reading Lone Elk Park White Bison Trail LoopA unique park Lone Elk Park is operated by St. Louis County Parks and is located near Highway 141 and Interstate 44 in…
Continue Reading Shaw Nature Reserve Hiking Trails For EveryoneShaw Nature Reserve is an absolute gem and a must-see for Missouri hikers. The 2400 acre reserve located near Gray Summit…
Continue Reading Alley Spring & Mill Eminence, MOWe have all seen photos of Alley Mill, the bright red wooden structure next to the bright blue waters of Alley Spring….
Continue Reading Painter Ridge Trail Echo Bluff State ParkWe have been to Echo Bluff State Park several times, and somehow we have never hiked any of the trails. So…
