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Best Sledding Spots St. Louis
While we don’t get a ton of big snows around St. Louis, there are usually a few good snowfalls each winter to cover the ground. Plan your snow day fun by using this handy list of twenty different sledding hills all around the St. Louis metro area. Missouri Sledding Hills ❄️Art Hill in Forest Park – St. Louis⠀The classic spot in St. Louis in front of the Art Museum with a giant hill and a lot of history! ❄️Suson Park…
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Why Springfield, Missouri Should Be Your Family’s Next Vacation Spot
Did you know Springfield, Missouri, is known as the “Queen City of the Ozarks?” This family-friendly Midwest city offers the perfect getaway with a mix of adventure and Ozark hospitality. With a great blend of outdoor activities, unique attractions, and delicious dining, Springfield offers something for everyone. In this Springfield family travel guide, we will share our recommended top things to do, where to eat, where to stay, and the wonders that make Springfield the ultimate getaway for families. Tips…
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15 Must-See Midwest National Park Sites
When most people think of National Parks, they often think of the famous sites like Yellowstone, Yosemite, or the Grand Canyon. While those parks out west are truly amazing, the Midwest is also home to its own stunning National Park sites. From rugged mountains to rolling prairies and unique history, the Midwest has something for every park enthusiast. In this blog post, we’ll highlight some of our must-see Midwest National Park sites to add to your family travel bucket list.…
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View a Rock Bridge at Missouri’s Clifty Creek Natural Area
Clifty Creek Natural Area is combined with Clifty Creek Conservation Area to preserve 486 acres of woods, creeks, bluffs, and glades. Located about 2 hours from St. Louis in Dixon, Missouri, this spot of nature is worth the drive to view the 40′ long natural rock bridge. Clifty Creek Natural Area Trail Reaching the Trailhead The parking lot for the trail is located at 31825 Maries Rd 511, Dixon, MO 65459. The parking area is gravel and there are no…
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Exploring George Washington Carver National Monument
Tucked away in the farm fields of southwest Missouri is the nation’s first National Monument dedicated to an African American. This national park site preserves the birthplace and childhood home of George Washington Carver. Best known for his work with peanut crops, George was an avid inventor, teacher, scientist, and artist. The site features a wonderful museum, Visitor Center, and an interpretive nature trail. History of George Washington Carver George Washington Carver was born into slavery to a woman named…
