Jack's Loop

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Trail

4.1 mile 6.5 kilometer loop
Singletrack
Easy/Intermediate

Elevation

Ascent: 394' 120 m
Descent: -394' -120 m
High: 744' 227 m
Low: 592' 180 m

Grade

Avg Grade: 4% (2°)
Max Grade: 20% (11°)

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Trail shared by Cheryl Klenk

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“This trail features a combo of of prairie and woods, combined with views of Betty's Lake.”

— Cheryl Klenk

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · Spring · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly Pavilions are large and easily accessible via wheelchair. Each features a fans. access to electricity, a fire pit and proximity to a playground.

Betty's Lake is currently catch and release if you plan to fish. MDC rules apply to other ponds/lakes

Overview

Jacks Loop is a 4 mile path used by cyclist, horses, trail runners, and hikers. The path is mostly dirt with areas of rocky outcroppings. The trail winds in and out of prairie and forested areas with views of Betty's Lake.

Need to Know

Bring and use bug repellant and drinking water if you plan to tackle the whole trail at once. There is access to bathrooms at the pavilions and the visitor center, and water is available seasonally.

Description

The trailhead starts at the Visitor Center located off Hwy DD. Jack's Loop is a loop trail through forest and prairie with views of Betty's Lake. This route provides access to the pavilions located throughout the park. There is a 1 mile trail loop called Cattle Ridge which branches off the northwwestern corner of Jack's Loop for those looking to extend their hike. The trail is mostly singletrack dirt with a few areas of rock/gravel.

History & Background

The home and farm of Betty and Jack Broemmelsiek, this area was converted to a park and is now open to the public.

Contacts

Land Manager: St Charles County, MO - Parks and Recreation

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Check-Ins

Sep 3, 2018

4mi

Aug 25, 2018

Adam Hutchinson

Narrow rutted trails, diverse scenery, nice visitor center near start/end 4.2mi

Feb 28, 2018

Missy N

not impressed. starts with a blaze on every single tree - then 1/2 mile in, not s single blaze for the remainder of the hike. switchbacks through o…

Jan 27, 2018

Nov 4, 2017

jordaniels@icloud.com Daniels

3.8mi

Jul 15, 2017

Dan Ritter

With Finley. 4.1mi

Mar 9, 2017

Grant W

Very well maintained trail. Great for an easy afternoon hike and also a great spot for a beginner mountain biker 4.1mi

Feb 27, 2017

Great hike. Took my dog #sirwistonlimones and we had a great time. 6.5mi — 2h 36m

Trail Ratings

3.7 from 7 votes

#1

in Broemmelsiek Park

#2661

Overall

3.7 from 7 votes

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4 Star		43%
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2 Star		29%
1 Star		0%

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#1

in Broemmelsiek Park

#16

in Missouri

#2,661

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Jack's Loop is a great place to go for a walk with #sirwinstionlimones.

Jack's Loop is a great place to go for a walk w…

The trail is a 4-mile loop - you can go left or right at this point.

The trail is a 4-mile loop - you can go left or…

Wildflowers along the path.

Wildflowers along the path.

Wildlife viewing area.

Wildlife viewing area.

Prairie with a view of lake.

Prairie with a view of lake.

The Cattle Ridge Connector to Jack's Loop is in great condition as of February 2017.

The Cattle Ridge Connector to Jack's Loop is in…

Prairie crossing heading toward the road.

Prairie crossing heading toward the road.

Murphy enjoying the park.

Murphy enjoying the park.

Playground at Hilltop Group Area.

Playground at Hilltop Group Area.

Small creek crossing the path.

Small creek crossing the path.

Narrow dirt pathway.

Narrow dirt pathway.

Wildflowers.

Crossing the entrance road.

Crossing the entrance road.

Jacks Loop Trailhead.

Jacks Loop Trailhead.

A view of Betty's lake through the trees.

A view of Betty's lake through the trees.

The trail after a light snow

The trail after a light snow

Cattleridge Tail 1 mile loop.

Cattleridge Tail 1 mile loop.

Back at the trailhead.

Back at the trailhead.

Mulit-use trail.

Mulit-use trail.

A great col, crisp day to enjoy the trail!

A great col, crisp day to enjoy the trail!

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