Mississippi Greenway

Jefferson Barracks Park to River City Casino

Amenities | Getting Here | Things To Do | Trail Info

This section of the Mississippi River Greenway offers magnificent views of the river as it stretches from Jefferson Barracks County Park north along the river. You can have a picnic or connect to historic Jefferson Barracks – a U.S. Army Post that dates back to 1826.

Click here to download a printable Greenway Info Guide for the Mississippi Greenway: Jefferson Barracks Park to River City Casino.

You can explore the many trails crisscrossing Jefferson Barracks Park, visit two museums and watch the barges as they make their way up and down the river. Or, if you want a little peace and quiet, relax on a park bench and enjoy the sunshine, solitude and views. Click here for more information about what you can see and do in the park or click here to learn more about the trails in Jefferson Barracks Park. You can also visit the new Pavilion at Lemay Park that features a gym, outdoor pool, indoor track and fitness classes.
The historic Notre Dame Motherhouse and Notre Dame High School is just up the hill behind the paved trail and you can also see the bluffs on the Illinois side of the river. Restrooms are available at the trailhead at Gark & Bagby.
Click here for the master plan, current status and future connections for this greenway!

Amenities

parking

restrooms

benches

tables

shelter

drinking water

trash

bike racks

Getting Here

You can access this trail off of Telegraph Road in south St. Louis County.

Each greenway is managed in cooperation with different municipalities and parks departments, who set the rules for greenway use, parking and hours of operation. Greenways often span multiple municipalities, so please be aware that these rules can change as you travel along the trail. Please be sure to follow all posted rules and regulations while you are living life outside!

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Plan Your Route

Jefferson Barracks south lot Jefferson Barracks north lot Bagby Road lot River City Casino

You can access the trailhead in Jefferson Barracks County Park by riding on the shared traffic lanes on South Broadway. The trailhead is located on Bigby Road.

Once connected to River Des Peres, you will have access to this section of the Mississippi River Greenway via the Catalan Loop MetroBus station on the corner of South Broadway and East Catalan.

Once connected to River Des Peres, you will have access to this section of the Mississippi River Greenway via the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne MetroLink station.

Parking is available at Jefferson Barracks Park trailhead (Gark & Bagby).

Things To Do

explore history

grill

play

Trail Info

1.74 Miles

This 1.7-mile paved trail extends from the trailhead in Jefferson Barracks Park to the north side of the River City Casino property. It is flat and very sunny; offering unparalleled views of the Mississippi River and barge traffic.