In Dallas, we had the chance to watch the Rangers at Globe Life Field and take in the views from the top of Reunion Tower. Reunion Tower Standing at a height of 561 feet in the heart of downtown Dallas, Reunion Tower is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. From the top, visitors can take in the views of the Dallas skyline and landmarks….
Take in the views of eroded canyons and see prairie dogs and wild stallions at Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit.
Hiking part of the Chubb and the Flint Quarry Trail leads to views of the Meramec River and cliff-like terrain along hills. This hike covers 8.8 miles on natural surfaces and gains 968 feet of elevation. With many ups and downs and a rocky trail, I would call it difficult. I hiked down to the Meramec River on the Chubb Trail, doing the Low Water…
Walk along the Brickline Greenway to discover the history of Mill Creek Valley and the Negro National League in St. Louis. Overview This is a 2.3-mile out-and-back walk on a paved surface with 125 feet of elevation gain, from the corner of Compton and Market, near Chaifetz Arena, to Energizer Park in St. Louis. It took me about 46 minutes to complete. The walkway is…
The mile-long Old Chain of Rocks Bridge 60-feet above the Mississippi River with a 30-degree turn midway was my quest today. This bridge is historical since it once was part of a stretch of historic U.S. Route 66 and is at a major point along the Mississippi River near rock ledges that once created dangerous rapids for riverboats. Driving To Old Chain of Rocks Bridge…
Flynn Park, in University City, Missouri, is surrounded by Tudor- and brick-style homes and filled with large, leafy trees. I explored several paved paths and sidewalks around Flynn Park, taking in different parts of the park and the neighborhood. The walk was 1.2 miles long with 66 feet of elevation gain. You can make it shorter by just walking through the park. First Park Walk…
Walking the Riparian Trail in Chesterfield takes you through woods, past lakes, and along streams and by a playground. This walk includes the Riparian Trail, a paved path around a lake, and part of the Central Park Trail. It mostly involves paved trails, with a section of the Riparian Trail unpaved. The paved sections are stroller-friendly. The hike covers 1.8 miles and gains 92 feet…
Smelling the aroma of freshly baked bread in the morning and seeing the red, white, and green colors of the Italian flag filled my walk through The Hill neighborhood, starting at Berra Park. This is St. Louis’ Italian neighborhood. I walked about a mile along the sidewalks through The Hill neighborhood and around Berra Park, which allowed me to see several sites in the area….
Take a walk along Shady Grove Creek to see a small waterfall and a rain garden full of blossoms at Larson Park in Webster Groves. The walk is about 0.7 miles long, mostly on natural surfaces, with two loops along mowed paths and about 20 feet of elevation gain. Start of the Walk I parked at the Larson Park South Entrance lot. If it has…
Start your day on the Meramec Greenway at George Winter Park, where you can walk along the Meramec River and through the river town of Fenton, Missouri. The route covers 8.3 miles and gains 113 feet of elevation. The hike was shorter for me since I didn’t go through Fenton City Park twice. You’ll walk on asphalt trails, sidewalks, and some road sections. Depending on…
