You’ve seen the billboards, you know Missouri is often billed “The Cave State,” but have you ever stopped in to see the rumored Jesse James hideout? Located about an hour from downtown St. Louis, Meramec Caverns is a privately-owned cave system open year-round for guided tours.
When the mild temperatures of spring dissolve into the warm, humid days of a Missouri summer, the idea of running on a greenway, going for a spin on your bike or hiking your favorite dusty trail might seem a little less appealing. Before you resign to spending the dog days of summer parked on the sofa, however, why not turn your attention to a new outdoor activity? If you love the outdoors you’ve no doubt explored the region’s rivers and lakes by foot, by bike or perhaps even by horseback, but a growing trend is making it easier than ever for families to explore our waterways by canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and rafts.