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This is the main trail through the conservation area.


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2.6

Miles

4.1

KM

Point to Point

726' 221 m

High

467' 142 m

Low

374' 114 m

Up

347' 106 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

20%

Max Grade (12°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · River/Creek · Spring · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly It is easy to navigate the trail and, while steep in parts, we have seen several kids playing and hiking on the trail.

Description

This is a really nice wooded trail with an overlook area and panoramic views of the Meramec River. A couple of small ponds are easily accessible through well-marked side trails. Expect a very steep first 3/4 of a mile.

Along this trail, there is a small creek and the terrain varies from older pavement for the first quarter of a mile to rock, dirt, and small field crossings. Overall, it's really nice for hiking.

Flora & Fauna

Small snakes, turtles, and lizards can be seen on this trail.

Contacts

Shared By:

Stacy Dempsey

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  4.0 from 4 votes

#11960

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Trail Rankings

#279

in Missouri

#11,960

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Lookout point
Jan 26, 2020 near Byrnes…, MO
Pond
Jan 26, 2020 near Byrnes…, MO
Lookout point
Jan 26, 2020 near Byrnes…, MO
Trail crosses under a powerline
Jan 26, 2020 near Byrnes…, MO

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Feb 4, 2023
Hannah Lee
1h 19m
Dec 4, 2020
Jessica Carter
Jul 11, 2020
Rick Ihnat
It was 100 degrees, and nobody else was there. You people are weak! Lovingly maintained hiking trail. 2.6mi
Jun 13, 2020
Beau Maloy
Had a blast! Went with 3 toddlers and it was perfect :) 2.7mi — 1h 21m
Apr 10, 2019
Jane Robinson
hiked with Diane Pearl and Monique
Jul 22, 2018
Jason N Schumacher
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