Walk from the oldest church west of the Mississippi River to a bluff overlooking the Missouri River on the Sunset Greenway in Florissant, Mo. This hike is 6.4 miles out and back on a paved…
Date Archives May 2025
Shady Springs Park Bushwhack Hike
You can enjoy a short hike and find adventure in the woods at Shady Springs Park in St. Peters, Mo., north of Interstate 70. Hiking here is not easy, as the trail is not well-marked….
Wentzville: Lake and Stream Hike at Rotary Park
Enjoy hiking around the lake while watching for waterfowl and strolling alongside a clear, rocky stream at Rotary Park in Wentzville, MO. This 1.2-mile walk goes along a paved trail, park roads, and even by…
Climbing Down to The Gulf Sinkhole
The Gulf is a massive sinkhole created by a collapsed cave found in Mark Twain National Forest about 33 miles north of Poplar Bluff. It is an amazing sight to see and worth the stop…
Explore the Gardens at Blanchette Park
Discover gardens adorned with blooming plants and shrubs and a Veteran’s Memorial in Blanchette Park, St. Charles, MO. In the park, I walked various loops to see the gardens and explore the entire area. There…
