Missouri's Most Refreshing Hike Will Lead You Straight To A Beautiful Swimming Hole
By Beth Price-Williams|Published May 30, 2020
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Summertime promises plenty of sun-drenched days and tons of fun outdoors. For an old-fashioned day under the sun, slip on your hiking shoes and follow the most refreshing hike in Missouri. Don’t forget to pack your beach towel, beach clothes, and sunscreen, because this picture-perfect trail leads straight to a beautiful swimming hole.
Relive those leisurely, carefree summer days of childhood when you visit Sam A. Baker State Park, in Patterson, which offers a full menu of activities for the whole family.
Dodge the strength of the sun's rays as you meander under a canopy of trees, past a flowing stream and even a cascading waterfall. Be prepared to walk down a set of stairs and over a fairy tale footbridge.
However, be forewarned that swimming is at your own risk, as there are no lifeguards. Bring along your inner tube; jump off of the rocks into the cool water, and have a picnic next to the water.
What do you consider the most refreshing hike in Missouri? Let us know in the comments! If you like old-fashioned swimming holes, you’ll also want to check out The Fugitive Beach in Rolla this summer.
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