Trails

When it comes to state parks, America has some iconic ones. One of the most prestigious outdoors websites just named an epic Missouri trail as one of the top 15 in America.

I know that people see objects in nature that look like something else and most of the time it's wacky. In this case, I think it's absolutely accurate to say that a rock along a wild Missouri biking trail really does look like a whale. It seriously does.

If you like to hike, Knob Noster State Park has a challenge for you. Specifically their Jingle Bell Hike Challenge.

With freezing weather impacting our area early next week Knob Noster State Park is closing some structures and amenities for infrastructure protection.

Put on some sunscreen and bug repellant, and enjoy these five health benefits of hiking this summer:

Dirt, mud and lots of water is what makes for a good off road weekend, especially when you are on a 4-wheeler, 3-wheeler or even a cross-country motorbike. Admission to the 6th Annual Jake Helmig ATV Memorial Ride last Saturday (Sept. 7) was just $2 to get in and $10 for each ATV or bike. There was plenty of food to be eaten, from brats, hamburgers, pulled pork and fried chips. There was no reason