Exploring Missouri State Parks
Located at Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park in Wildwood, Missouri, the Dogwood Trail does not disappoint, and it is definitely rugged. Our oldest (8) did fine, but there was some complaining from the little one (3 1/2). There are lots of exposed roots creating natural steps and it is quite hilly. There areContinue reading “Dogwood Trail”
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Located at Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park in Wildwood, Missouri, the Hawthorn Trail is a short sparsely covered trail with a small pawpaw patch. The trail overlooks several farms making for nice views. We hiked the trail in the winter after a good snow melt, and the trees were ice covered. The trailContinue reading “Hawthorn Trail”
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Located at Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park in Wildwood, Missouri, the Virginia Day Memorial Nature Trail is a narrow forested trail that dips down into a valley. The trail is lined with oak and hickory trees and a nice little pawpaw patch. You will also encounter a few boardwalks, and a cedar patch.Continue reading “Virginia Day Memorial Nature Trail”
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Located in Wildwood, Missouri, Babler is our favorite “local” state park. Babler offers several trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as, multiple picnic areas, a campground, and the River Hills Visitor Center. The park staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. We have hiked, camped, and attended several events. The girls earned theirContinue reading “Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park”
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