There Are Endless Scenic Views Along The Trail At Rock Bridge Memorial Park In Missouri
By Beth Price-Williams|Published January 08, 2021
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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.
We all hike for our own reasons – from the love of spending time outdoors to the challenges that hiking can provide. An added bonus on any hike is undoubtedly gorgeous natural and manmade scenery. Spring Brook Trail in Missouri boasts an abundance of both. With its easy rating, it’s perfect for adventurers of all ages and of all skill levels.
Lace up your hiking shoes for a leisurely stroll along the 2.2-mile Spring Brook Trail in Rock Bridge Memorial State Park in Columbia.
A cascading waterfall. The latter, however, is a wet-weather waterfall, so you'll definitely want to visit after a recent rain or when the snow is melting if you want to see it.
You'll also come across numerous caves dotted along the trail, including Devil's Icebox. Unfortunately, the cave is currently closed to visitors to protect its bat population.
After you've completed the trail, consider exploring more of Rock Bridge Memorial State Park. Horseback riding and biking are also popular activities at the park.
Have you ever hiked the Spring Brook Trail in Missouri? What did you think? Any advice for other hikers? Join the conversation in the comments. Up for a whole year of hiking? Here are 12 hikes in Missouri – one for each month of the year.
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