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Scenic Running Trails in Missouri
Missouri has 352 trails with scenic views in this directory, across 107 cities and towns — Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbia, Springfield and 103 more. Waterfronts, overlooks and river loops: the trails that get you out of the door.
The 250 most-reviewed in Missouri
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Forest Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 34,419 reviews
Opened in 1876, this 1,300-acre park includes 3 museums, a zoo, athletic fields & golf courses.
Gateway Arch National Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 15,644 reviews
Park honoring Jefferson's role in western expansion, featuring the Gateway Arch & visitors' center.
Mark Twain National Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 10,414 reviews
Forested mountains with scenic rivers, lakes & streams for hiking, biking, camping, fishing & more.
Tower Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 7,976 reviews
1868 park that shows its history with carriage rides, grass tennis courts, a wading pool & a gazebo.
Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 4,735 reviews
20+ landscaped botanical gardens, with BBQ/picnic areas, a lake & a native butterfly house.
Table Rock State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,483 reviews
Popular lakeside recreation area offers boat rentals, camping, biking & hiking trails & a store.
Bennett Spring State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,143 reviews
Serious trout fishing in a stocked stream, plus camping, hiking, canoeing & a rustic dining lodge.
Penn Valley Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,935 reviews
Park with the National WWI Museum & Memorial, a theater & tennis, baseball & skateboarding venues.
Castlewood State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,762 reviews
A leisure destination for St. Louisans in the early 1900s, now popular for hiking & mountain biking.
Carondelet Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 3,360 reviews
City green space with 2 small stocked fishing ponds, one with pergolas shading the docks.
Berkley Riverfront
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,101 reviews
Downtown green space along the Missouri River features broad biking & walking paths & open fields.
Lone Elk Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,947 reviews
Sprawling space with driving routes to see elk, bison & other wildlife, plus morning feedings.
Grand Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,895 reviews
Scenic waterfall cascading off a 163-ft.-wide ledge, plus creek pools for swimming & fishing.
Lake of the Ozarks State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,639 reviews
Swimming, hiking/biking trails, camping, boating with an aquatic trail map & lantern-lit cave tours.
Frontier Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,588 reviews
Community event site with a large Lewis & Clark statue featuring a stage & a paved biking trail.
Jackson County Parks + Rec
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,588 reviews
Fishing & boating on 2 lakes, campgrounds, native animal enclosure, soccer & model airplane fields.
Creve Coeur Park Picnic Site 1
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,528 reviews
Public park featuring a sailboat lake, plus family areas with spray-fountain playgrounds for kids.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,149 reviews
Well-preserved Civil War battlefield with a visitor center displaying war-era images & objects.
Cliff Cave County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,189 reviews
Long limestone formation gated to protect bats, with natural grounds & river for picnics & hiking.
Doling Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,134 reviews
Relaxed, sprawling park offering picnic facilities, trails and an indoor pool as well as a cave.
King Jack Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,891 reviews
Sprawling park with a splash pad, playground and walking trains, plus soccer fields and picnic tables.
St. Francois State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,848 reviews
Spacious natural area with forested hiking & horse trails, river access, campgrounds & picnic sites.
Cuivre River State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,833 reviews
Prairie & forest trails for hikers & equestrians plus lake access for boating, fishing & swimming.
James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,699 reviews
Expansive woodland & wetland hunting grounds features picnic spots, trails & fishing lakes & ponds.
Weston Bend State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,694 reviews
This park with a campground offers paved & unpaved trails & overlook views of the Missouri River.
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,646 reviews
Popular for its hiking & biking trails, this park boasts a large cave system & a rock bridge.
Phelps Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,637 reviews
Roomy park with mature trees, a picnic pavilion, tennis courts & playground equipment.
Lafayette Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,586 reviews
30-acre city park, circa 1851, with a lake & historic elements like cannons & an 1867 house.
Shoal Creek
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,615 reviews
Natural area boasting a sizable conservation-education center, an aquarium & walking trails.
Burr Oak Woods Conservation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,574 reviews
Natural preserve of forest, native grass, prairie & ponds, attracting birders, hikers & hunters.
Saint Ferdinand Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,638 reviews
Family-friendly park equipped with a playground, baseball fields and picnic tables, and a pond where ducks like to congregate.
St. Joe State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,632 reviews
This park permits vehicles such as motorcycles & snow mobiles, plus offers lake swimming & trails.
Krug Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,656 reviews
Landscaped getaway offering a lagoon, trails, a playground, roses & a native animal exhibit.
Parkville Nature Sanctuary
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,522 reviews
Quiet, 115-acre area featuring hiking trails, creeks and waterfalls.
Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,576 reviews
This forested 1,534-acre nature preserve offers self-guided trails, benches & an observation tower.
Faust Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,488 reviews
Former farming estate of Missouri's 2nd governor, with historic buildings & a 1920s carousel.
Kirkwood Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,474 reviews
Green space offering baseball fields, a fishing lake, tennis courts, an amphitheater, and picnic areas.
Cunningham Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,478 reviews
Park with picnic and play areas, a walking trail, basketball courts, a butterfly garden, and a memorial pool.
Fort Zumwalt Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,380 reviews
Tree-lined spot on a 48-acre War of 1812 site, with a historic home & chimney, picnics & fishing.
Rolla Lions Club Den and Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,335 reviews
Park with picnic pavilions & playgrounds, plus athletic fields/courts & a lake with accessible dock.
Capaha Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,325 reviews
Venerable park with baseball fields, a rose garden, a band shell, a fishing pond & a playground.
Tiemeyer Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,266 reviews
Lively suburban spot featuring playgrounds, baseball fields, tennis courts and a lake.
Central Park Chesterfield
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,213 reviews
Recreation area featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, an aquatic center & a large amphitheater.
Arnold City Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,291 reviews
Lake and riverfront spot for disc golf, picnics and playgrounds.
Bee Tree County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,218 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring trails for hiking, picnic areas, playgrounds and a lake.
City Centre Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,207 reviews
This landscaped park with a waterfall offers sports fields, picnic sites & an amphitheater.
Finley River Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,233 reviews
Public recreation park with pavilions for events, sports facilities & extensive lawns.
Table Rock Lakeshore Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,165 reviews
Peaceful trail alongside the lake with picnic spots and benches.
Rotary Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,141 reviews
Popular park featuring playgrounds, tennis courts and a basketball court.
Thousand Hills State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,116 reviews
Multiple recreation options centered around a 573-acre lake popular for boating, fishing & swimming.
Koeneman Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,065 reviews
Clean, well-maintained, lakefront park featuring a playground and picnic tables.
Hawn State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,006 reviews
Serene outdoor area offering hiking & bird-watching amid rocky streams & stunning vistas.
Laumeier Sculpture Park Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 993 reviews
Hiking area with paved trails, picnic tables, and numerous abstract sculptures.
Kessler Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,078 reviews
Elegant public gathering space with four memorials, a colonnade, sculpture & a disc golf course.
August A. Busch. Memorial Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 973 reviews
Hiking, hunting & fishing within a designated 3,000-acre wildlife conservation area.
Veterans Tribute Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 932 reviews
Picnics and playgrounds abound at this park with a splash pad, trails and dog areas.
Trail of Tears State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 961 reviews
The visitor center tells the history of this site, which now offers camping, fishing & hiking.
Valley Water Mill Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 926 reviews
Wooded area featuring a lake and trails for hiking and fishing, plus a public restroom.
Big Spring Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 854 reviews
Well-kept park with a cave, plus a waterfall, wading pool and fishing.
Heartland Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 842 reviews
Kid-friendly park with playground, swing sets trail, pond and shade.
Pickle Springs Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 837 reviews
Popular trail features caves, steep formations and waterfalls.
Cave Spring Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 871 reviews
Wooded nature area with trails for hiking, plus a park and waterfalls.
Stocksdale Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 840 reviews
Green space with a playground, trails & multi-use athletic fields plus horseshoe pits & a dog park.
January-Wabash Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 875 reviews
Lake with fishing, plus a playground, water park and pavilion.
Stockstill Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 870 reviews
A dog-friendly park with a playground, a baseball field, a creek and a skate park.
Engler Ball Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 812 reviews
Park & wedding venue with 6 soccer fields, 6 tennis courts, 2 playgrounds, 2 lakes & disc golf.
Oak Grove Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 813 reviews
Public park with a playground, a pond, walking trail, picnic shelters, and an amphitheater.
Waterfall Hiking Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 816 reviews
Short natural surface loop trail with a small waterfall and a larger one.
Binder Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 777 reviews
Fishing, boating, picnicking & softball fields featured in a 644-acre preserve with a lake.
Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 758 reviews
140-acre nature park with trails & a waterfall & picnic tables, overlooking Lake Taneycomo.
Ha Ha Tonka Spring Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 684 reviews
Hiking area with a spring and castle ruins, plus a lake offering kayaking.
Jefferson City Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 685 reviews
Spacious park featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, walking paths and barbecue pits.
Quail Ridge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 682 reviews
Pet-friendly park with trails, lakes and a dog run, plus picnic tables.
Hidden Valley Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 715 reviews
This expansive tract of wildland open space features multi-use paths & a sports field.
Grand Gulf State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 676 reviews
Stunning state park with deep canyons, a sink, trails and picnic tables.
McNair Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 670 reviews
Park space with sports facilities, playground & swimming, plus a quarter-mile botanic braille trail.
Lost Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 645 reviews
Wooded park for walking, cycling and dog-walking, plus playgrounds, a creek, caves and picnic facilities.
Cave Hollow Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 643 reviews
Public park offering baseball fields, a fenced dog park, hiking trails, and a playground.
Katy Trail - Rocheport Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 614 reviews
Park featuring picnic tables and a public restroom, along with a trail that's good for walking and biking.
McKay Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 637 reviews
20.4-acre green space with a lakeside fitness trail, basketball court, bank fishing & picnic tables.
Indian Camp Creek Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 594 reviews
Sprawling, 603-acre park with a variety of recreation options including swimming, hiking, and biking, plus playgrounds and disc golf.
Laurel Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 615 reviews
Tranquil space with tennis courts, baseball fields and swimming pools, plus a playground for kids. Basketball court.
Nature Trail At Unity Village
4.7 ★★★★★ 600 reviews
Peaceful nature trail featuring a natural bridge and a lake.
Riverview Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 596 reviews
A 465-acre forested riverside park with picnic shelters for hire, paved trails & a playground.
George Owens Nature Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 595 reviews
Charming year-round park featuring over 80-acres of wooded trails, lakes, rain gardens & wildlife.
Morse Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 619 reviews
Sprawling creek-side park featuring ball fields and walking trails, plus disc golf, bike trails and picnic areas.
Rotary Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 618 reviews
Easygoing mainstay for fishing, with a 5-acre lake, a walking trail & an amphitheater for events.
Ber Juan Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 632 reviews
Recreation venue with an outdoor pool, sports fields, tranquil walking/biking trails & a playground.
C. Lee Kenagy Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 601 reviews
18-acre setting with a skate park, fishing pond & playgrounds, plus picnic shelters & tennis courts.
Dunnegan Memorial Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 559 reviews
Landscaped space with picnic tables, a playground, trails, and a pond with geese and swans.
Lake Wappapello State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 581 reviews
Large park with trails for hiking & biking, a lake for boat rentals & fishing, plus campsites.
Blackburn Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 567 reviews
38-acre park with picnic areas, walking trails, ball fields, tennis courts & a bird sanctuary.
Jesse James Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 566 reviews
Park for walking, picnics and trout fishing, plus a playground.
James W. Rennick Riverfront Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 553 reviews
Riverfront park with barbecues, picnic tables, a boat ramp and a playground.
Ellis-Porter Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 578 reviews
Clean park featuring 2 playgrounds (1 for toddlers) and an amphitheater.
Indian Foothills Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 545 reviews
Large space with golf and hiking trails, plus tennis and basketball courts.
Jackson City Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 541 reviews
Paved local park for play, relaxation and exercise, with playgrounds and trails.
Two Rivers Mountain Bike Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 503 reviews
Public park with picnic tables, trails for hiking, biking, and sledding, and a disc-golf course.
Don Robinson State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 508 reviews
Paved path and dirt trail network featuring waterfalls and caves, plus a pavilion for picnics.
Charles David Hartman Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 517 reviews
Park featuring baseball fields, a creek for splashing and sledding.
Sunset Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 519 reviews
Riverfront park featuring a trail, a nature lodge, a pavilion and open fields.
LaBenite Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 534 reviews
Scenic park bordering the Missouri River featuring hiking trails and picnic tables.
Spencer Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 508 reviews
Public green space with athletic fields & courts plus a playground & an extensive trail system.
Grindstone Nature Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 475 reviews
199-acre park featuring nature trails & scenic overlooks, plus picnicking & a leash-free dog area.
Emmenegger Nature Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 456 reviews
A river meanders through woodlands on this placid, 93-acre retreat featuring hiking & picnicking.
Lions Lake
4.6 ★★★★★ 450 reviews
Lake lined park featuring walking paths, fishing and a fountain.
Galloway Creek Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 448 reviews
Family-friendly recreation area featuring concrete paths, playground gear and picnic tables, plus beaver dams.
Rabbit Run Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 434 reviews
Park with 2 ball diamonds, 3 football or soccer fields, a gazebo & a full-service pavilion.
J.R. Martin Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 415 reviews
Popular community park featuring a playground, walking trails and picnic spots.
Wild Acres Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 448 reviews
2.5-acre park featuring a spring-fed lake with fishing, walking trails & a wilderness refuge.
Capen Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 393 reviews
31.9-acre park featuring hiking trails, a creek & rocky bluffs with scenic overlooks.
Ritter Springs Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 409 reviews
Serene forested park, well-maintained paths and dirt trails leading to an open meadow.
Boulevard Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 398 reviews
Park featuring playgrounds, ponds and pavilions, plus walkways and walking trails.
Twin Oaks Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 388 reviews
Hidden park featuring a playground and a lake — both clean — plus a paved trail around the lake.
Hawk Ridge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 383 reviews
Relaxed green space featuring a playground and a fishing pond.
Tryst Falls Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 387 reviews
Park featuring a waterfall alongside shelters, plus slides, swings and a playground.
North Riverfront Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 422 reviews
Family-friendly destination, featuring a playground, a fishing spot and paved bike trails.
Huckleberry Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 392 reviews
63-acre park with a disc golf course & trails, plus picnic shelters, tennis courts & a playground.
River Scene Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 364 reviews
Kids-friendly state park featuring scenic trails and playgrounds.
Wildwood Community Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 358 reviews
Relaxed park featuring clean restrooms plus a playground and walking trails along with a creek.
Line Creek Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 351 reviews
Kid-friendly, shaded, paved creek-side park known for its hiking trails and train rides, plus playgrounds.
Fort Belle Fontaine
4.6 ★★★★★ 365 reviews
Site of a former military installation on 300+ riverfront acres with trails, wetlands & wildlife.
Schroeder Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 354 reviews
Park featuring disc golf and a swimming pool, plus tennis and volleyball courts.
Winterset Park Nature Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 348 reviews
This 10-acre nature park features a trail, bridges & waterfalls, plus native wildflowers & wildlife.
Amity Woods Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring a wide paved trail and offshoots with wood chips, plus benches.
Cape Rock Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 349 reviews
Historic riverfront green space where the area's original trading post was established around 1733.
Little Prairie Conservation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 340 reviews
Relaxed, 3-mile-plus area with a trail-laced park, offering lake fishing & picnicking.
Maple Woods Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 330 reviews
Nature preserve featuring unpaved paths for hiking through forest, and a creek.
Bluebird Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 316 reviews
Paved park featuring playgrounds for kids as well as a water park, a pool, a basketball hoop and tennis courts.
Ward Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 315 reviews
Updated play area plus shaded areas, a path and shelters in this well-kept park.
Lewis and Clark Trailhead Weldon Spring Conservation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 292 reviews
Scenic nature preserve featuring 5- and 8-mile wooded trails with river views and cliff overlooks.
Harry S. Truman Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 303 reviews
Playground, picnic tables, trails and a lake dot this relaxed park with dense woods and a gazebo.
Sunset Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 337 reviews
Historic park with a playground, bird sanctuary & fishing, plus trails, ball fields & tennis courts.
Millstream Gardens Conservation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 287 reviews
River flowing through a conservation area featuring kayaking, waterfalls and a picnic area.
Busiek State Forest and Wildlife Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 291 reviews
2,700-acre park with trails for hikers, bikes & horses, plus permitted camping & a shooting range.
Rocky Top Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
Hiking trail through forest and by a lake offering scenic views.
Swope Park Trails - Wudchuk Run Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 284 reviews
Wooded hiking route and single-track bicycle paths featuring deer, plus picnic tables.
Kiwanis Bacon Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 312 reviews
Sprawling park featuring walking paths, basketball hoops and playground equipment.
West Tyson County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 278 reviews
Open space known for wildlife, picturesque scenery & hiking trails with varying difficulty levels.
North Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 283 reviews
Tranquil waterfront public park with fishing docks, picnic tables, BBQ grills & a paved path.
Wilson's Creek Greenway
4.7 ★★★★★ 273 reviews
Quiet, scenic nature preserve featuring paved hiking, biking and running trails, along with a playground.
Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 265 reviews
Well-groomed state park featuring trails and a campground, as well as a lake and playground.
McLane Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Park with picnic tables, a pond, and a baseball field, plus a walking path.
Waterfall Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 251 reviews
Peaceful park, featuring a playground and a pond with ducks.
Bluff View Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 240 reviews
Well maintained park with a system of trails for hiking and biking.
Mark L. McHenry Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 272 reviews
Open green space with soccer fields, a play structure, natural trail & parking lot.
Clover Dell Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 248 reviews
Park offering a playground, picnic tables, dog park, a lake, athletic fields, and archery lanes.
Wyeth Hill
4.2 ★★★★☆ 269 reviews
Overlook, picnic tables and trails, plus a grassy area and bike ramps.
Al Foster Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 233 reviews
Flat, easy path along the river at this outdoor spot featuring a narrow-gauge train ride for kids.
Mercy Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 233 reviews
Local park featuring walking paths, gazebos, and statues, plus a fountain.
Shelvin Rock Access
4.6 ★★★★★ 243 reviews
Recreation area featuring fishing, swimming, and canoeing, plus a boat launch.
McClung Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 254 reviews
Enduring park built in 1915 by prison inmates, featuring a pavilion for live events & play areas.
Rock Island 98th Street (Vale) Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Well-maintained trail featuring a tunnel, plus shaded areas for running and walking.
Katy Trail - North Jefferson City Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 233 reviews
Section of 238-mi. state park trail along a former railroad, popular with cyclists, hikers & riders.
Lamine River Conservation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 243 reviews
Area of land with a river and ponds, featuring trails and areas for boating and camping.
Siloam Mountain Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 243 reviews
Secluded park featuring picnic tables, a playground and a grill, plus a walking trail.
Meramec Greenway Trailhead: Arnold's Grove
4.7 ★★★★★ 230 reviews
Paved trail network beside the Meramec River and lake featuring picnic tables, trees and parking.
Gans Creek Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 230 reviews
320-acre regional park with multi-purpose fields for baseball/softball, football & soccer.
Garth Nature Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 228 reviews
Trails, ponds and woods teeming with wildlife for hiking, dog-walking and picnics.
Rockwoods Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Wildlife reserve with an education center & miles of hiking trails plus a pavilion & picnic tables.
River's Edge Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 236 reviews
Park offering a pond and river views, plus trails, benches, and a public restroom.
Bonnie View Nature Sanctuary
4.7 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
This 90-acre park is a preserve for native plants & animals, with walking trails & a picnic shelter.
Busch Greenway Howell Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 213 reviews
Dog-friendly nature area offering biking, hiking and walking, plus restrooms.
Bear Creek Trail - N Creasy Springs Road Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 218 reviews
Public park with scenic hiking and biking trails, a boardwalk, and turtles.
Fountain Lakes Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 232 reviews
Venue featuring multiple fishing lakes connected by trails, plus a skate park with rails & ramps.
Corby Pond
4.2 ★★★★☆ 233 reviews
Fishing spot with a wheelchair-accessible dock and walking trails, plus a public restroom.
Larson Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 209 reviews
Relaxed, clean park for kids and nature lovers, with a playground, creeks, ball fields and a firepit.
Smoke & Davey Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 200 reviews
Scenic bikeable trails running through mostly wooded area, with lakeside views.
Frisco Highline Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 202 reviews
Kid-friendly, flat hiking and biking trail running from Springfield to Bolivar.
Cape Woods Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 206 reviews
Wooded area featuring trails for walking, cycling and running as well as disc golf.
Ozark Rivers Audubon - Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 201 reviews
Naturalistic preserve dedicated to community education & native habitat preservation.
Walter Woods Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 204 reviews
Relaxed, tree-dappled place with paved trails, a small pond and other water features, plus picnic spots.
Dennis Scivally Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 212 reviews
Small park featuring a playground, picnic shelter, and a stone bridge over a creek.
Sunset Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 205 reviews
Flat, well-maintained park featuring a disk golf course and a lake.
Forum Nature Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Park for walking featuring wildlife and scenic trails.
Sac River Mountain Bike Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 196 reviews
Park featuring various walking and biking trails.
Blind Boone Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 205 reviews
Relaxed green space dotted with picnic tables, trails and sculptures, as well as a wind harp.
Conway Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 182 reviews
Manicured land offering an out-and-back walking path and a lake as well as tennis courts.
Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 170 reviews
Former dairy farm converted into a wildlife park with walking trails, a pond, and a playground.
Meramec Greenway Trailhead: Rock Hollow Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 162 reviews
Scenic, 10-mile hiking trail with multiple benches, waterfalls and creeks.
White River Valley Trail System
4.6 ★★★★★ 172 reviews
10.25 mi. worth of hilly hiking & mountain-biking trails through deciduous forest.
Butterfly Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 175 reviews
Popular park with paved walking trails, ponds, and a public restroom.
Bangert Island
4.2 ★★★★☆ 183 reviews
Trail that winds through wooded areas and parkland, with mountain biking possibilities.
Possum Woods Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Nature preserve featuring well-maintained trails for hiking with river views, picnic areas, and parking.
Bluffwoods Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 166 reviews
Park, campground and hiking area with trees and picnic tables amid rocky bluffs.
Mill Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 162 reviews
Relaxed outdoor spot featuring a circular walking track and a fountain, plus an array of workout equipment.
Katy Trail - McBaine Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 157 reviews
Laid-back trail and bike path for outdoor recreation, featuring water fountains and river views.
Cleveland Lake Regional Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 164 reviews
Relaxed, scenic park for leisurely strolls and picnics, as well as disc golf and fishing.
Green Acres Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 166 reviews
Quiet place with basketball courts and multiple playgrounds, as well as a picnic pavilion.
Little Blue Trace - Phelps Rd. Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 158 reviews
Walkable trail alongside the Little Blue River with bridges and views.
Ferguson Grove Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 169 reviews
Walking and picnicking park where dogs are welcome.
Meramec Greenway Trailhead: Lower Meramec Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 155 reviews
Paved, dog-friendly hiking trail with scenic river views and benches.
Bootlegger's Run Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 146 reviews
Easy to medium-intensity hiking area featuring dirt trails, a playground, and frisbee golf.
Line Creek and Southern Platte Pass Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Park featuring trails for walking and biking, as well as wildlife viewing.
Lewis Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 152 reviews
Neighborhood outdoor space that has swings, slides and other play equipment for children.
Nature Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 146 reviews
Hiking area with kid-friendly paths and a tower offering scenic views.
Blue River Parkway Trailhead in Minor Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 146 reviews
Park featuring trails for hiking and mountain biking, along with tennis and basketball courts.
Tal's Trailhead Wilson's Creek Greenway Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Paved pathway for bikers and walkers to view scenery, plus wildlife.
Saint Stanislaus Conservation Area
4.4 ★★★★☆ 151 reviews
Former seminary retreat with wetlands, woods & fields for hiking, bird-watching, fishing & hunting.
Marr Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 153 reviews
Shaded family-friendly park featuring an easy disc golf course, walking trails, playgrounds and more.
Happy Rock Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 143 reviews
Clean park, known for its playgrounds and well-kept trails.
Al Foster Trail at Sherman Beach Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 142 reviews
Nature preserve featuring hiking and biking trails, and wooded areas.
Katy Trail - Weldon Spring Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Recreation area with a trailhead for biking along the Katy Trail and access to a boat ramp.
Katy Trail - North St. Charles Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 136 reviews
Scenic public park featuring riverfront trails popular for walking and biking.
Riverside Waterfall
4.5 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Park offering opportunities for walking and photography, plus a waterfall.
Bray Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 132 reviews
Area with serene grounds, trails, a creek and a pond.
Sodalis Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 130 reviews
Nature preserve with hiking trails, caves, and a creek, plus a paved path that's good for kids.
Frisco Greenway Trail Head -Joplin
4.5 ★★★★★ 135 reviews
Popular greenway for walking, biking and running, with wildlife sightings.
Ozark Parks & Recreation
4.7 ★★★★★ 128 reviews
Park featuring walking trails, picnic tables, and a public restroom, plus an outdoor pool.
Saint Joseph Riverwalk - South Entrance
4.1 ★★★★☆ 145 reviews
Paved, scenic riverside trail winding past historical markers, wildlife refuges and casinos.
Little Blue Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
Park featuring a trail for hikers, bikers, and runners.
Weldon Spring Lewis & Clark Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
Popular hiking area offering scenic overlooks and views of the Missouri River.
Dardenne Greenway at BaratHaven Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
Lake trails for hiking, biking and prairie walks, plus benches.
Lake Vista Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
Gravel- and concrete-paved trail through the woods suitable for hiking, running, and biking.
White River Balds Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
362-acre nature preserve with grassy glades, hiking trails, scenic overlooks, wildflowers & streams.
Mullanphy Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 131 reviews
Park with a playground, tennis and basketball courts, a pavilion, and picnic tables.
Lower Meramec Park,Trails, & Lake
4.5 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
Paved trail (about 2 miles each way) for hiking and biking alongside the Meramec River.
Century Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 119 reviews
Clean playground situated near a pond, with trails and scenic views.
MKT Nature and Fitness Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 109 reviews
Park featuring a public restroom and walking and biking trails.
Hidden Valley Park Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Recreation area featuring trails for hiking, mountain biking, and disc golf, plus BBQ facilities.
Rotary Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 119 reviews
Recreational site featuring baseball, tennis, and basketball courts, plus soccer fields, and a playground.
Katy Trail - Hartsburg Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 109 reviews
Public park with a picnic area, restroom, and trailhead, plus a pumpkin festival.
Mississippi Greenway Trailhead: North Riverfront Park-South Entrance
4.2 ★★★★☆ 124 reviews
Family-friendly park at the banks of the Mississippi River featuring trails for walking and biking.
Little Blue Trace County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 115 reviews
Scenic path winding through parks, with picnic tables, for hikers and cyclists.
Blue River Parkway Trails - River Trail Trail Head
4.5 ★★★★★ 114 reviews
Hiking area with a variety of trails for biking, horseback riding, walking and fishing.
Jerry Smith Park - Trail Head
4.6 ★★★★★ 111 reviews
Nature preserve known for its tallgrass prairie, hiking, and birdwatching.
Longview Lake Main Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 106 reviews
Relaxed, family-friendly spot with a gravel path for biking and jogging, plus playgrounds.
Riverwoods Park & Trail
4.3 ★★★★☆ 114 reviews
Shaded path for walking the dog, joggers and cyclists, featuring deer and turtles.
Trail of Heroes
4.7 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Area for hiking and birding featuring benches for watching wildlife.
Scott A. Lewis Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 106 reviews
Park featuring a lake for fishing and kayaking, plus a picnic pavilion and a playground.
Larry Mattonen Memorial Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
Shaded, gravel-covered trail for walking and biking, plus a lake cove.
Heatherbrook Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 108 reviews
Compact green space featuring picnic tables, a playground, a pond and a pavilion with a barbecue grill.
Champ Trails
4.4 ★★★★☆ 110 reviews
Park featuring a well-maintained figure-eight trail that's popular for hiking.
Riverfront Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 118 reviews
Peaceful nature trail, featuring a bridge, that cuts through an industrial area and a park.
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