pickle springs natural area

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  smccanless1

  besides a potty. That is the only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars. The hike itself couldn't be better. 2 miles with benches, look out points, and amazing scenery. There are huge boulders in the middle of the woods (with beautiful views!), caves, little waterfalls thru-out the hike, and just so much to see. The trees have turned for fall, and it is absolutely gorgeous. Just go potty first!

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  935lindar935

  We had a three year old and a sixty year old on our 5 person hike. It was a little challenge at times but nothing we couldn't easily over come. The views and picture opportunities were outstanding. Springs had very little water in them, not the wading kind. Its estimated the hike will take one hour, with the three year old it took us one and a half hours, but then we did have to back track a little when we got off the path. Be sure to read the sign when you start so that you are on the right path. There is a picnic table at the end of the trail in the shade which was a welcome place to eat lunch. It is well worth the drive.

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  theREALmle

  This is a beautiful and short hike, but very rocky. I don't recommend taking your dogs if they aren't good on leashes, or you may end up tripping and falling. I don't have small children, but if you don't want to carry them, I would pick a different trail...because there are A LOT of rocks. If you like waterfalls, I recommend the short drive to Hickory Canyons. One of the locals told us about this place after we told him we'd been to Pickle Springs and Hahn State Park. The waterfalls are much more impressive and the hike is very easy.

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  MetroEastTraveler

  This is one of the greatest hikes in Missouri. The geological features are outstanding. It is worth the drive from St. Louis to spend the day here.

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  Travelerxpert

  This past weekend we had a break in the cold weather. Was around 50-60 degrees. This was perfect because we were able to see ice and waterfalls from the melting ice. Very muddy.Pet Friendly. About a 2.2 mile hike. Perfect for a small hike. Took about 1.5 hours if you don't go on some of the dead end short side trails that lead to benches.Was very beautiful. Beware of mud and wear good boots. Trails are marked well. Some of the trail gets narrow because you are walking through the rock formations. Very neat! Strongly recommend stopping here for a quick and easy hike with cool boulders and rock ledges.

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  ERinSTL

  This is a gem of nature about 10 miles southeast of Ste Genevieve. It abuts Hawn State Park if you need more miles of trail, but Pickle Springs Natural Area is worth the visit all on its own.The trail is a two-mile loop, wandering through a cornucopia of different microattractions: slot canyons, undercut cliff walls with ferns, lichens, and liverwort, a bluff with a distant view, bridges over Pickle Spring, natural arches. The trail is an easy walk, mostly packed dirt with some areas of exposed tree roots. No steep grades, wading, or even mud on the day we visited.We've been there twice, both times in autumn (last time was Oct 28, 2014). Need to plan a trip for spring when the wildflowers are in bloom; expecting a whole different experience. Combine this with lunch in Ste Genevieve (suggest Stella & Me) for a wonderful day outing.

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  kids04

  We were in the Ste Genevieve area for the day and decided to get a little exercise on the 2 mile hike called "Trail through time". It was later in March so all the snow had melted which made it easier to see the trail. There are some really neat rock formations and some very pretty views. The park isn't real well marked so pay attention to where you are going or else you can miss it. It's off of Highway 32 on Dorlac Road.

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  C0untryfan

  Beautiful, filled with the sounds of the racing stream next to you as the water jumps from rock to rock. This was my first spring outing--saw the temp was going to be 70 and drive down from St. Louis to take advantage of a day hike. Very doable. I'm 61 and made it, but it was a rigorous effort in places....VERY rocky trail, maybe because it's early spring. Couldn't have made it without my sturdy hiking boots. Very worth the effort.

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  johnnyd738

  This park is free, is a great hour hike and has some splendid scenery. The parking lot is smallish and has a picnic table (1) the trail is well marked. The water is very tasty and refreshing especially in July and is a great place to walk your dog. Be sure to take your own bags for doggie cleanup - none provided. There are NO trash containers along the trail either. Please pack out your trash.

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  jeffreyscottlipp

  This is an excellent hiking trail to take your family on. Two mile walking trail. beautiful scenery. great for a weekend afternoon.