Eureka: Drewel Park Hike Through Woods

Take a pleasant stroll on a paved trail between the trees and around a playground at Drewel Park in Eureka, Missouri.

This is a 0.6-mile hike with only 7 feet of elevation gain in a 16-acre park.

Start of the Walk

I parked in the long parking lot at the center of the park. I walked to the right side of the lot to start the hike heading north.

The path passes by tennis and basketball courts, with a restroom accessible via a left path.

*Trees are planted in memory of those who have passed.*

The path is lined with trees planted in memory of loved ones and veterans.

Woods Area

The trail turns left at an intersection. Going right leads to Legion Park, which features a playground, baseball fields, and a boxcar.

Large trees encroach along the path. Flat Creek is through thick vegetation to the right of the trail.

Field Area

Then, the path emerges from the woods and goes by a baseball field.

The trail curves left and runs alongside the parking lot. Further into the park, I notice a playground featuring a boardwalk, slides, and swings.

Then, I was back near where I parked.

Final Thoughts

You can complete this walk in loops for more steps or take the connector to Legion Park, which connects to other trails and parks. This trail is stroller-friendly and suitable for families since it leads to additional playgrounds.

DETAILS

The park features a sand volleyball court, grills, a handball court, and is ADA accessible.

Drive: Take Interstate 44 to exit 264, then go south on Missouri Highway 109. Make a right onto Legends Parkway and another right onto Bald Hill Road. Next, make a left onto Weber Drive, then a right onto Hill Drive, and finally a left onto Drew Park Drive.

Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

Address: 2 Hill Dr, Eureka, MO 63025

MORE NEARBY HIKES

Meramec Greenway: Flat Creek Trail Hike

Hike along the flowing waters of a creek on the Meramec Greenway: Flat Creek Trail, starting from Lions Park in Eureka, MO, to Route 66 State Park.

A Route 66 Ghost Town Hike

Hiking along a former street in a ghost town near the skeletal remains of a Route 66 bridge across the Meramec River was my destination. This area has a lot of history, from once being a resort town to becoming contaminated by the dangerous chemical of dioxin.