Parks Near St. Louis, Missouri
Discover Ozark beauty and Mississippi River landscapes near St. Louis, featuring caves, springs, and scenic waterways.
Popular Parks Near St. Louis
Gateway Arch National Park
0 miles from St. Louis
4.6
National Park
Highlights:
- Iconic arch
- Museum
- River cruises
Mark Twain National Forest
90 miles from St. Louis
4.5
National Forest
Highlights:
- Ozark scenery
- Floating
- Camping
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park
100 miles from St. Louis
4.7
State Park
Highlights:
- Natural water park
- Swimming
- Hiking
Popular Activities
- River floating
- Cave tours
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Camping
Best Times to Visit
- Summer for floating
- Fall for colors
- Spring for waterfalls
Driving Tips
- Ozarks roads are winding but scenic
- Johnson's Shut-Ins fills early in summer
- Current River floating is quintessential Missouri
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