A scenic trail on the northern edge of the Missouri Ozarks.
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Comments by David |
Comments by Keith |
Hills: |
Most technical hills in St. Louis area.
Made difficult by the terrain, rocks and loose gravel. |
Lone Elk side: fast, loose rock descent.
Tyson side: fast, technical descents; one major dropoff. |
Terrain: |
Mostly clay dirt with chunky rocks. | River area soft and mucky when wet.
Roots and rocks very slippery when wet. |
Scenery: |
Follows the Meramec River.
Hilltop views are diminished by beautiful trees. Lots of wildlife especially deer. |
Riverview is wonderful (don't fall in).
Ride trail early in day to surprise the wildlife. |
Other: |
Trail is shared with horses, walkers, and occasional runner.
For more challenge start on the Tyson end. Lone Elk end is rideable by all levels. |
Wear a helmet!
Be courteous of horses and walkers. |
Mileage: |
Round trip - 16 miles
Lone Elk end - 8 miles Tyson end - 8 miles Linear trail - turn around at any time |
Click here to view a map of area and of the trail.
Link to South County Cyclery Home Page
