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Bee Tree County Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,218 Google reviews · Running trail in St. Louis, Missouri · Hours vary

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Kid-friendly park featuring trails for hiking, picnic areas, playgrounds and a lake.

What runners say about Bee Tree County Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,218 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“Great little park with a beautiful view of the Mississippi River and a great little playground for the kids.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“Has so much room for if you’d like to walk and absorb nature, or if you’d want to ride your bike or hang out to fish at the peaceful spot the have around the walking path.”

Had to find a place for the kids to play at one day on a pinch & found this gem!! Absolutely so cool! It’s 3 stories tall with 3 slides, 2 rock walls, 2 regular swings, 1 baby swing, & 1 special needs swing! Definitely a cool spot! Has a ton of trails, wooded areas, & picnic spots!!

★★★★★ — Rio , May 2023

Very beautiful park to walking or taking fall photo. It is clean and super beautiful for picnic. There are place to sit near the lake and playground. Gku could fish and grill.

★★★★★ — Dunya , Oct 2022

Fun place to go with friends, family or even go for a walk or fish by yourself. Great walking trails, perfect for dogs. Very nice sized lake.

★★★★★ — Matt , Jul 2022

Bee Tree Park is a true hidden gem! The Nims Mansion sits elegantly on the bluff, overlooking the mighty Mississippi River. It’s a beautiful and historic spot. The hiking trails are great, with scenic views and plenty of nature to enjoy. We especially loved the quiet pond with great fishing spots and relaxing views.

★★★★★ — Ali , Jun 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 21 mentions

“Great little park with a beautiful view of the Mississippi River and a great little playground for the kids.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“Has so much room for if you’d like to walk and absorb nature, or if you’d want to ride your bike or hang out to fish at the peaceful spot the have around the walking path.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“The picnic areas are nice, there are ideal spots with swings for smaller children, ample parking, and it's a great venue for events.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“Use the restroom before you go here, do not use their restrooms”

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Plan your run at Bee Tree County Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitestlouiscountymo.gov
  • Phone(314) 615-4386

Where to find Bee Tree County Park

2701 Finestown Ave, St. Louis, MO 63129

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.