Your Outdoor Guide to Springfield, Missouri
From limestone caves to craft breweries, Missouri’s Queen City blends outdoor adventure with a lively college-town vibe.
Tour of St. Louis Kicks Off the Midwest Cycling Season in Style
College teams, local pros, and curious e-bikers converged on St. Louis for the city’s second-biggest cycling event of the year.
Boomers and Bikes: The Free Ride Bringing St. Louis Cyclists Together
After rediscovering cycling as an adult, Dessa Paris-Gant is helping build a thriving community of St. Louis riders called Boomers and Bikes.
Where to Hike, Paddle, and Unwind in Meramec State Park
Here's your adventure guide to one of the most diverse outdoor settings in Missouri, complete with bluffs, forests, and waterways.
How We Shot the Bike Issue Cover
Like the cover of Terrain's May-June issue? Here's a behind-the-scenes look at how we landed on this particular image.
My Favorite Bike Crashes (I Survived Them All)
A highlight reel of wipeouts that somehow didn’t end the bike-riding career of one columnist for Terrain...
This Trailside Bar in Kirkwood Is Built for Bikes and Community
The trailside destination Perennial on the Trail delivers thoughtful cocktails, elevated pours, and a space built for cyclists, families, and dogs alike.
This Summer Camp in Southern Illinois Is Saving Queer Kids’ Lives
At Camp Indigo Point, queer and transgender youth find freedom, friendship, and joy outdoors.
Road-Tripping the Lewis and Clark Trail
A modern road trip along the Lewis and Clark Trail uncovers forts, mounds, river towns, and quiet surprises.
The Active Traveler’s Guide to Columbia, Missouri
From limestone trails and hidden caves to breweries and film festivals, Columbia delivers far more than college-town energy.