| Hiking Trails |
| Meramec State
Park trails are designated for hiking use only, except for the
Wilderness Trail, which may also be used for overnight backpacking.
These trails will lead you to glades laced with gorgeous wildflowers,
lush forests carpeted with ferns, red and gold hillsides ablaze with
fall color, and places of quiet solitude where the beauty of nature can
permeate the soul. |
Bluff View Trail -- 1.5 miles |
| This trail is
a moderately difficult loop trail with access points near picnic
shelter #3, the dining lodge area and at the trail shelter on River
Trail. |
Deer Hollow Trail -- 1.8 miles |
| This trail is
a point-to-point trail that connects the dining lodge area to Fisher
Cave. Deer are commonly seen along this trail. |
Natural Wonders Trail -- 1.3 miles |
| Caves, glades,
mature forest and overgrown beaver meadows are a few of the reasons why
there is always something exciting to discover along this loop trail. |
River Trail -- .8 mile |
| This is a loop
trail that begins at the southern end of the campground near shower
house #3. Part of this trail winds along a slough of the Meramec River,
where herons frequently feed and kingfishers often nest. |
Walking Fern Trail -- .5 mile |
| This trail's namesake is a large boulder located near the midpoint that is covered with walking ferns. |
Wilderness Trail -- 10 miles |
| This trail is
comprised of a six-mile southern loop and a four-mile northern loop.
This trail is of moderate difficulty, but due to its length should not
be attempted by beginning hikers unless accompanied by someone more
experienced. |
