Emmenegger Nature Park Trail

I absolutely love hiking this park. The nature here is so beautiful. The trail isn't just flat or just paved. It offers every walker and nature goer a variety of trails and hiking challenges, though I wouldn't say anything I e seen so far is an advanced difficulty trail. Lots of dogs at this park on the trail so if you bring yours, keep a short leash as the trails are narrow. The kids will love the various hanging vines (some of which you can hang on and swing from! If you hike the non paved trails keep an eye out for the special ceramic trail guardians that intermittently dot the pathway!!

Great place to take kids or the dog. There are enough paved trails to make it interesting for people looking for level paths. But if you feel confident on a steep, unpaved path, there are beautiful, scenic views from the trails on the western edge of the park, from the bluffs above the Meramec River. Although the path has protective rails at the most treacherous spots, a person who's afraid of heights might find it a little frightening.

Lovely nature and hiking area tucked away in St. Louis. There are paved trails and some unpaved trails. You can hike along a ridge that overlooks a river which is very scenic. There were also lots of deer here! Parking can get tight.