When it comes to state parks, America has some iconic ones. One of the most prestigious outdoors websites just named an epic Missouri trail as one of the top 15 in America.
Everyone says they love hiking, but how many actually do it? If you're in the "do it" crowd in Missouri, I can show you the highest-rated hiking trail in the Show Me State. Spoiler Alert - it's full of sweet river views everywhere you look.
When most people think of the Royal Gorge, they rightfully think of the awesome canyons in Colorado. This isn't that one. It is a Royal Gorge, but it's in Missouri and it was created thanks in part to stubborn rocks and an ancient volcano. I'll try to explain.
You never know who (or what) you'll run into in the backcountry of Missouri. One hiker on the Ozark Trail came face-to-face (or is that face-to-snout?) with a herd of wild elk and he has the video to prove it.
What's the best backpacking trail in the Midwest? There are no doubt some great options with many near the Great Lakes that normally get all the attention. However, there is one trail in Missouri that was just named one of the top 7 in the entire region.
If you're truly looking for a path less traveled, there is one in Missouri you need to consider. It's been named one of the best off-the-beaten path parks in the state and I'm convinced that's not wrong as it's full of streams and waterfalls.
Many of Missouri's state parks are well-known and for good reason. There is one, however, that you don't hear much about. It's a hidden gem that's actually a 2,700 acre paradise for hikers and bikers.
If you venture into the Missouri woods as the weather warms up, you'll need to try hard to not see a bear based on the recent rush of encounters with these predators that are being shared. There's yet another showing a hiker who had a big ole bear cross the trail he was on.
Missouri is known for its vast variety of state parks and now there's a new one. The truth is it's really kind of heavenly and I can prove it with science (and some videos and pics).
It's 18 miles of Missouri bliss, but it's one of the hikes in the Show Me State that is too often overlooked even though it offers absolutely stunning views.