Wilderness Trail – Meramec Sp

Distance: 7.0 miles Elevation Gain: 300 ft Difficulty: Moderate Type: Loop Surface: Dirt/Rock Activity: Hiking Best Season: Year-round Typical Time: 4-7 hours Fee: $5-8/vehicle Dogs: Yes, on leash Permit: No

Meramec State Park's Wilderness Trail ventures into the park's most remote section, traversing seven miles of Ozark hill country along creek drainages and wooded ridges. The route requires stream crossings and map navigation skills. Remote campsites accessible only by foot provide overnight options for backpackers. The landscape reflects typical Ozark border country where eastern deciduous forest meets the rocky dolomite glades of the Ozark uplift.