Belk Park in Wood River offers an easy, scenic walk around the lake, with playgrounds and plenty to explore. The trail is a 1-mile paved path that’s mostly flat, with little elevation gain as it…
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Trying Missouri’s Tropical-Like Paw Paw Fruit
Have you ever found a paw paw growing in the wild? I found one while exploring the outdoors and decided to give it a try. See what this unusual native fruit tastes like and learn what you should know before collecting and eating wild paw paws.
5 Best Fall Hikes Near St. Louis for Autumn Colors
Fall is one of my favorite times to go hiking around St. Louis. The cooler temperatures make it easier to spend time on the trail, while the changing leaves can transform familiar Missouri woods into something completely different.
Markham Springs Recreation Area: Explore Springs, Hiking, and Ozark History
You can explore the many natural springs or stay the night at the five-bedroom stone house at Markham Springs Recreation Area in Mark Twain National Forest. The name of the recreation area comes from the…
Things to Do in Yellow Springs, Ohio: Hiking, Waterfalls, and Family Fun
A natural spring, a grotto, a quaint hotel, and a dairy with miniature golf was all part of our adventure in Yellow Springs, Ohio. It is located between Dayton, Ohio, and Columbus, Ohio. It is…
Climbing Down to The Gulf Sinkhole
The Gulf is a massive sinkhole formed by a collapsed cave in Mark Twain National Forest, about 33 miles north of Poplar Bluff. It is an amazing sight to see and worth the stop if…
Hike Along the Meramec River on the Chubb Trail
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…
Learn St. Louis History along the Brickline Greenway
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…
Pickle Springs: Best Missouri Ozark Hike Near St. Louis
Pickle Springs Natural Area is a two-mile hike that highlights some of the best of the Missouri Ozarks. It has wet weather waterfalls, springs, sandstone rock formations, and even views of the surrounding mountains. Natural…
Exploring Pleasant Ridge Park (Closed)
Forested ravines with creek views can be found at Pleasant Ridge Park just north of St. Clair Square Mall in Fairview Heights.
