SULLIVAN — The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Meramec Conservation Area near Sullivan offers more than 4,000 acres of lush Ozark forests and provides a paved ADA walking path, challenging natural surface hiking trails, horseback riding, and boat access on the Meramec River. MDC will
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The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has more than 1,100 miles of scenic conservation area trails. MDC is proud to offer free and public access to hiking, biking, and nature-viewing trails across Missouri’s diverse landscapes. Bridget Jackson, MDC Regional Recreational Use Specialist, aptly describes trails
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The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has updated the Missouri Flood & Drought app to include Missouri’s 93 state park and historic site boundaries and labels, making it easier for users to identify locations on the platform. Missouri’s Division of State Parks maintains comprehensive emergency
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I was on a weekend campout with a friend years ago at Trail of Tears State Park in Cape Girardeau. Before we left camp that Sunday, we noticed a conservation natural area on the map called Ball Mill Resurgence near Perryville. Since we were going
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Missouri State Parks is now accepting nominations for three representatives to serve three-year terms on the Missouri Trails Advisory Board. The term length is Oct. 1, 2026, through Oct. 31, 2029. Members must be Missouri residents and must participate in the user group they represent,
By Joe Jerek JEFFERSON CITY – Camping is a popular activity for many people in Missouri including hunters, anglers, floaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) manages about 1,000 conservation areas around the state with more than 320 offering free camping. You
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In all of my years of camping, there is “something” I have never taken for granted. Michelle Turner This “something” calmly answers questions, often shares a comforting smile, and certainly helps make an unfamiliar place feel more like home. That “something” is a campground host.
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Beginning this season, the campgrounds at Weston Bend State Park in Platte County and Lewis and Clark State Park in Buchanan County will reopen to overnight guests with new and updated services. Weston Bend State Park will offer 15 new campsites with sewer, water and
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Table Rock State Park is excited to announce the opening of five new premium yurts, which are part of Missouri State Parks’ revenue bond projects. Reservations can be made by contacting the Reservation Call Center at (877) 422-6766 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. or
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Missouri is fortunate to not only have excellent public lands for hiking, but also many available public areas for hunting. During all hunting seasons, safety is important, not only for the hunters, but for the hikers as well. Hikers can help their hunting friends by
As fall brings more visitors to Missouri’s conservation areas, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hikers to prioritize safety, respect nature, and follow trail etiquette while exploring the scenic trails throughout southeast Missouri. Whether you’re visiting Buford Mountain, Castor River Conservation Area, or General
By Lisa Adkins My favorite aspect of hiking the Ozarks in autumn is not the changing colors of the leaves, but the chance to witness the precipitation cycle firsthand. The atmosphere adopts the spooky vibe of autumn and produces a spectacular fog show I enjoy
