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☀️𝗗𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸☀️
📍12325 Manchester Rd., Des Peres, MO
⠀
🌿 Des Peres Park is located behind City Hall and is a really nice park. Not only are there walking trails and a lake, but there are two nice and large playgrounds right next to each other. Both have the rubber ground surface that all parents love and ramps to provide accessibility.
⠀
🌿 One Playground is more geared to younger kids with several interactive boards and a castle structure. A set of swings is located here as well.
⠀
🌿The larger playground is huge! The main structure has multiple slides and climbers to keep kids entertained for quite a while. A really cool and long rock climbing panel is great for kids looking for a different challenge. A small tot sized structure is also located next to the bigger structure.
⠀
💦 A spray pole is here to cool off in the summer months. The button to turn it on is located near the restroom doors. 
⠀
🚻 Restrooms are located near the playground and remain open all year. 

#stlouiskids #stlkids #desperesmo #desperesparks #midwestnomadfamily #visitmo #thatsmymo #stlouis #stlouisforkids #stlouisplaygrounds #midwest
🌿𝗦𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗣 🌿𝗦𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸🌿
📍Des Peres, MO
⠀
🌿 The playground at Sugar Creek isn't the biggest but it has been nicely designed with a nature theme. We went to three different playgrounds today and the kids said this was their favorite!The ground cover is rubber which meant it was perfectly dry even after a day of rain.
⠀
🌿There are giant concrete logs and rocks to climb through and over, stumps to cross over, and a tightrope to maneuver. A slide is built into a small hillside and a set of swings is located nearby.
⠀
💦 A spray pole is here to cool off in the summer months. The button to turn it on is located near the restroom doors. The playground itself has no shade and the surfaces can be very hot in the summer sun.
⠀
🌿The park also features a paved trail and an unpaved nature trail. A creek borders one edge of the park.
⠀
🚻 Restrooms are located near the playground and remain open all year.
⠀
#stlouisplaygrounds
#stlouisforkids #stlkids #stlouiskids #1000hoursoutside #kidsoutside #kidstoparks #visitmo #thatsmymo #stlouis #desperesmo #desperesmissouri #desperesparksandrec #midwestnomadfamily
☀️𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸☀️
📍Maryville, IL
⠀
● Not to be confused with the Fairview Heights Park of the same name, the Pleasant Ridge Park in Maryville has a beautiful playground that is rarely crowded.  The ground cover is rubber mulch which means less mess and mud. 🙌
⠀
● Two separate play structures are located here. One is designed for younger kids with a cute play fort, slide, and bridge to cross.
⠀
● The larger structure has multiple ways to climb including a rock wall. There are also several slides and a little "cave" that my kids both loved playing hide and seek in. Swings for all sizes and abilities round out of the fun.
⠀
● There is no shade on the play area, but a large pavilion is located adjacent to the playground. The park also has a walking trail and horseshoe pits.
⠀
🚻 Restrooms are located in the wooden building just past the pavilion. They are currently closed for the season.

#kidstoparks #playgrounds #madisoncounty #illinoisouth #enjoyillinois #1000hoursoutside #illinoisplaygrounds #playgroundsnearstlouis #stlouiskids #stlouisforkids #maryvilleil #maryvilleillinois #madisoncountyil #illinois #midwestnomadfamily
"Seek the wisdom of the ages, but look at the worl "Seek the wisdom of the ages, but look at the world through the eyes of a child" - Ron Wild

@mobotgarden @explorestlouis #mobot #mobotanicalgarden #missouribotanicalgarden #visitmo #thatsmymo #stlouisforkids #stlouiskids #stl #stlkids #midwestnomadfamily #missouri #stlouis #1000hoursoutside #midwesthiking #midwestmoment #midwestliving #midwest #kidstoparks #familytravel #familytravelblog
The Midwest has some amazing places and the weathe The Midwest has some amazing places and the weather is beautiful this weekend to explore. 

@visitmo #thatsmymo #johnsonsshutins #mostateparks #missouriozarks #missourihiking #missouristateparks #hikemissouri #wowmidwest #familyadventure #midwestnomadfamily #midwestment #midwestliving #hikemidwest #missouri #onlyinmissouri #familyhike
🌿𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 🌿𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹🌿
📍Cedar Hill, MO
⠀
𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 2.9 mile loop
𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘆: ❸/❺
𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲: ❹/❺
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀: Flush toilets at upper parking
⠀
● While Don Robinson is a fairly new state park in Missouri, it has quickly became a favorite for St. Louis area explorers due to the rugged beauty. The Sandstone Canyon is the more popular trail at the park, but the LaBarque Hills Trail is well worth a hike as well.
⠀
● Canyons and creeks with dramatic formations are found along this moderate trail. You can see the remains of an old stone dam as well as find some small "caves" to climb inside. With enough rainfall, the small creeks come to life with scenic cascades.
𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵: 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗱𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺
↖️𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘦

#thatsmymo  @visitmo #exploremidwest #hikemissouri  #missouriozarks #missourioutdoors #midwestnomadfamily  #midwestmoment  #onlyinmissouri  #hikemissouri #hikesnearstlouis  #hikestl #hikingwithkids  #familyhike #familytravel #donrobinsonstatepark  #donrobinson  #labarquehillstrail
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆'𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 is a beautiful historic structure just outside of Chester, IL. The bridge was built in 1854 as part of a planked toll road. Today the bridge is part of a roadside park and is open to foot traffic only. The bridge was extra picturesque last week when surrounded by fresh snowfall.

@onlyinillinois @illinoisouth #chesteril #chesterillinois #coveredbridges #coveredbridgesofinstagram #illinoiscoveredbridge #backroadsusa #midwestliving #midwestmoment #midwestlivingmag @enjoyillinois #visitillinois #southernillinois #smalltownusa #midwestnomadfamily
🌳𝗦𝗵𝗮𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗿𝗲 🌳𝗦𝗵𝗮𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱🌳
📍 Clayton, MO
⠀
🌿Another amazing Unlimited Play playground can be found in the heart of Clayton. Beautiful Shaw Park features the fully accessible Treetop Playground. Designed for kids of all abilities, the play area features two large climbing structures as well as a smaller toddler sized play set. Best of all the playground has a rubber surface (my favorite!) as well as a fully enclosed fence to stop little wanderers.
⠀
🌿The playground is designed with a nature theme including log shaped slides and tree forts. A huge variety of slides are available including tubes and a roller slide. Several swings are available for kids of all ages and abilities.
⠀
💦If you visit during the summer, a small splash pad area offers a spot to cool off as the playground itself does not offer much shade.
⠀
🌿The playground is located at the northwest park of the park. There is a parking lot at the corner of Topton Way and Mark Twain Circle. (See last photo).
⠀
🚻Restrooms are located adjacent to the playground but are closed in winter. Other restrooms are available year round.
⠀
🌿The park also features walking trails, pavilions, an aquatic center, and a plaza with fountains and waterfalls. The parks ice rink is currently under reconstruction.

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@unlimitedplay #unlimitedplay #visitmo #stlouisplaygrounds #stlouiskids #stlkids #stlouisforkids #playgrounds #stlouis #explorestlouis #claytonmo #claytonmoparks #claytonmissouri #shawpark #midwestnomadfamily #thatsmymo
I think of all the winter hikes we did this year, I think of all the winter hikes we did this year, Missouri's Don Robinson State Park was my favorite. A winter wonderland of frozen waterfalls and icicles around every turn. 𝘋𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘪𝘬𝘦? ❄️

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#mostateparks #missourihiking #missouristateparks #thatsmymo #visitmo #onlyinmissouri #winterwonderland #winterhike #familyadventure #familyhike #1000hoursoutside #havekidswillhike #midwestliving #midwestnomadfamily #midwestmoment #donrobinsonstatepark #donrobinson #hikemissouri #hikeitbaby
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Southern Missouri Off-Road Ranch (SMORR)– Seymour, MO

SMORR is hands down the best park in the Midwest at the time of this writing.  With well labeled trails, excellent facilities, and a wide range of terrain, it is well worth the trip down.

 

  • Website
  • Map to the park (google)
  • Facebook Page

 

Trips:

  • 6/6/2011 – 1st ORT in the Lone Ranger SIJA’s Jeep Jam
  • 10/15/11 – 4th ORT in The Lone Ranger, SMORR in the Fall
  • 5/5/12 –  8th ORT in The Lone Ranger SIJA’s Jeep Jam
  • 5/18/13 – 17th ORT in The Lone Ranger for SIJA’s Jeep Jam
  • 6/21/14 – 25 ORT in the Lone Ranger
  • 10/11/14 – 27th ORT in The Lone Ranger
  • 10/14/17 – 4th ORT in The Mighty Merc
  • More to come!

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☀️𝗗𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸☀️
📍12325 Manchester Rd., Des Peres, MO
⠀
🌿 Des Peres Park is located behind City Hall and is a really nice park. Not only are there walking trails and a lake, but there are two nice and large playgrounds right next to each other. Both have the rubber ground surface that all parents love and ramps to provide accessibility.
⠀
🌿 One Playground is more geared to younger kids with several interactive boards and a castle structure. A set of swings is located here as well.
⠀
🌿The larger playground is huge! The main structure has multiple slides and climbers to keep kids entertained for quite a while. A really cool and long rock climbing panel is great for kids looking for a different challenge. A small tot sized structure is also located next to the bigger structure.
⠀
💦 A spray pole is here to cool off in the summer months. The button to turn it on is located near the restroom doors. 
⠀
🚻 Restrooms are located near the playground and remain open all year. 

#stlouiskids #stlkids #desperesmo #desperesparks #midwestnomadfamily #visitmo #thatsmymo #stlouis #stlouisforkids #stlouisplaygrounds #midwest
🌿𝗦𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗣 🌿𝗦𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸🌿
📍Des Peres, MO
⠀
🌿 The playground at Sugar Creek isn't the biggest but it has been nicely designed with a nature theme. We went to three different playgrounds today and the kids said this was their favorite!The ground cover is rubber which meant it was perfectly dry even after a day of rain.
⠀
🌿There are giant concrete logs and rocks to climb through and over, stumps to cross over, and a tightrope to maneuver. A slide is built into a small hillside and a set of swings is located nearby.
⠀
💦 A spray pole is here to cool off in the summer months. The button to turn it on is located near the restroom doors. The playground itself has no shade and the surfaces can be very hot in the summer sun.
⠀
🌿The park also features a paved trail and an unpaved nature trail. A creek borders one edge of the park.
⠀
🚻 Restrooms are located near the playground and remain open all year.
⠀
#stlouisplaygrounds
#stlouisforkids #stlkids #stlouiskids #1000hoursoutside #kidsoutside #kidstoparks #visitmo #thatsmymo #stlouis #desperesmo #desperesmissouri #desperesparksandrec #midwestnomadfamily
☀️𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸☀️
📍Maryville, IL
⠀
● Not to be confused with the Fairview Heights Park of the same name, the Pleasant Ridge Park in Maryville has a beautiful playground that is rarely crowded.  The ground cover is rubber mulch which means less mess and mud. 🙌
⠀
● Two separate play structures are located here. One is designed for younger kids with a cute play fort, slide, and bridge to cross.
⠀
● The larger structure has multiple ways to climb including a rock wall. There are also several slides and a little "cave" that my kids both loved playing hide and seek in. Swings for all sizes and abilities round out of the fun.
⠀
● There is no shade on the play area, but a large pavilion is located adjacent to the playground. The park also has a walking trail and horseshoe pits.
⠀
🚻 Restrooms are located in the wooden building just past the pavilion. They are currently closed for the season.

#kidstoparks #playgrounds #madisoncounty #illinoisouth #enjoyillinois #1000hoursoutside #illinoisplaygrounds #playgroundsnearstlouis #stlouiskids #stlouisforkids #maryvilleil #maryvilleillinois #madisoncountyil #illinois #midwestnomadfamily
"Seek the wisdom of the ages, but look at the worl "Seek the wisdom of the ages, but look at the world through the eyes of a child" - Ron Wild

@mobotgarden @explorestlouis #mobot #mobotanicalgarden #missouribotanicalgarden #visitmo #thatsmymo #stlouisforkids #stlouiskids #stl #stlkids #midwestnomadfamily #missouri #stlouis #1000hoursoutside #midwesthiking #midwestmoment #midwestliving #midwest #kidstoparks #familytravel #familytravelblog
The Midwest has some amazing places and the weathe The Midwest has some amazing places and the weather is beautiful this weekend to explore. 

@visitmo #thatsmymo #johnsonsshutins #mostateparks #missouriozarks #missourihiking #missouristateparks #hikemissouri #wowmidwest #familyadventure #midwestnomadfamily #midwestment #midwestliving #hikemidwest #missouri #onlyinmissouri #familyhike
🌿𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 🌿𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹🌿
📍Cedar Hill, MO
⠀
𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 2.9 mile loop
𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘆: ❸/❺
𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲: ❹/❺
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀: Flush toilets at upper parking
⠀
● While Don Robinson is a fairly new state park in Missouri, it has quickly became a favorite for St. Louis area explorers due to the rugged beauty. The Sandstone Canyon is the more popular trail at the park, but the LaBarque Hills Trail is well worth a hike as well.
⠀
● Canyons and creeks with dramatic formations are found along this moderate trail. You can see the remains of an old stone dam as well as find some small "caves" to climb inside. With enough rainfall, the small creeks come to life with scenic cascades.
𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵: 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗱𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺
↖️𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘦

#thatsmymo  @visitmo #exploremidwest #hikemissouri  #missouriozarks #missourioutdoors #midwestnomadfamily  #midwestmoment  #onlyinmissouri  #hikemissouri #hikesnearstlouis  #hikestl #hikingwithkids  #familyhike #familytravel #donrobinsonstatepark  #donrobinson  #labarquehillstrail
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆'𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 is a beautiful historic structure just outside of Chester, IL. The bridge was built in 1854 as part of a planked toll road. Today the bridge is part of a roadside park and is open to foot traffic only. The bridge was extra picturesque last week when surrounded by fresh snowfall.

@onlyinillinois @illinoisouth #chesteril #chesterillinois #coveredbridges #coveredbridgesofinstagram #illinoiscoveredbridge #backroadsusa #midwestliving #midwestmoment #midwestlivingmag @enjoyillinois #visitillinois #southernillinois #smalltownusa #midwestnomadfamily
🌳𝗦𝗵𝗮𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗿𝗲 🌳𝗦𝗵𝗮𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱🌳
📍 Clayton, MO
⠀
🌿Another amazing Unlimited Play playground can be found in the heart of Clayton. Beautiful Shaw Park features the fully accessible Treetop Playground. Designed for kids of all abilities, the play area features two large climbing structures as well as a smaller toddler sized play set. Best of all the playground has a rubber surface (my favorite!) as well as a fully enclosed fence to stop little wanderers.
⠀
🌿The playground is designed with a nature theme including log shaped slides and tree forts. A huge variety of slides are available including tubes and a roller slide. Several swings are available for kids of all ages and abilities.
⠀
💦If you visit during the summer, a small splash pad area offers a spot to cool off as the playground itself does not offer much shade.
⠀
🌿The playground is located at the northwest park of the park. There is a parking lot at the corner of Topton Way and Mark Twain Circle. (See last photo).
⠀
🚻Restrooms are located adjacent to the playground but are closed in winter. Other restrooms are available year round.
⠀
🌿The park also features walking trails, pavilions, an aquatic center, and a plaza with fountains and waterfalls. The parks ice rink is currently under reconstruction.

_______________________________
@unlimitedplay #unlimitedplay #visitmo #stlouisplaygrounds #stlouiskids #stlkids #stlouisforkids #playgrounds #stlouis #explorestlouis #claytonmo #claytonmoparks #claytonmissouri #shawpark #midwestnomadfamily #thatsmymo
I think of all the winter hikes we did this year, I think of all the winter hikes we did this year, Missouri's Don Robinson State Park was my favorite. A winter wonderland of frozen waterfalls and icicles around every turn. 𝘋𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘪𝘬𝘦? ❄️

____________________________
#mostateparks #missourihiking #missouristateparks #thatsmymo #visitmo #onlyinmissouri #winterwonderland #winterhike #familyadventure #familyhike #1000hoursoutside #havekidswillhike #midwestliving #midwestnomadfamily #midwestmoment #donrobinsonstatepark #donrobinson #hikemissouri #hikeitbaby
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