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.
Tested: Salsa Timberjack SLX 29 Hardtail Mountain Bike
Our writer tests out the Salsa Timberjack mountain bike on local singletracks, private mountain bike parks, and several gnarly trails.
Meet Five Women Leading the St. Louis Running Scene
Women are reshaping St. Louis’s running culture — from trail ultras and track meets to gear, races, and community.
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.
What I Learned by Running a Half-Marathon With my Teenage Daughter
Here's a hint: Some of the lessons included grit, community, and, maybe most of all, knowing when to stop lecturing.
Climb Inside Riverlands’ Spiral Bird Blind
At Riverlands, a spiraling new bird blind invites visitors of all sizes to see the Mississippi Flyway differently.
How to Find the Right Running Bra
How a St. Louis running shop is helping women run farther, faster, and far more comfortably.
How to Ride, Climb, and Tee Off at Missouri Bluffs Park
Your guide to this compact but surprisingly diverse playground along the Missouri River in St. Charles County.
Your Guide to Outdoor Adventure in Hermann, Missouri
Situated along the banks of the Missouri River, Hermann, Missouri, is a charming and picturesque German village that offers a variety of outdoor fun. Here are your must-do activities.