Open House for St. Louis County roadway Improvements & Centennial Greenway: Schuetz Road between US 67 and Gandy Drive
Thursday, February 13, 2025 • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday, February 13, 20255:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Event Details
Jewish Community Center On Millstone Drive
2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO, USA
Join St. Louis County and Great Rivers Greenway to learn more about this project that will improve the roadway and add an extension of the Centennial Greenway. Stop by anytime between 5 and 7pm to talk to the St. Louis County and Great Rivers Greenway project teams about the roadway improvements on Schuetz Road and expansion of the Centennial Greenway. You can also share your feedback. There will be no formal presentation. Learn more here.
Choo Choo! Full Steam Ahead on Centennial Greenway in Olivette – Railroad Property Purchase is Complete
Posted on Wednesday November 20, 2024
After nearly six years of negotiations, Great Rivers Greenway signed paperwork to have Union Pacific Railroad officially “abandon” a small portion of their land so we could purchase it and transform it into a greenway for you!
Since 2018, we have been actively working with the City of Olivette to extend the Centennial Greenway from Olive Blvd. (near I-170), 2.5 miles west through Olivette to Warson Park so you can connect to the neighborhoods, parks, business districts and other greenways in the area.
As part of the initial planning process, the Olivette community identified the preferred route for the greenway. Part of this route included a 0.75-mile section of a dormant railroad track that has not been used since the 1960s.
Using a railroad that hasn’t been active for 60 years sounds simple, but Senior Project Manager Angelica Gutierrez had to take this matter all the way to Washington DC to ask the Surface Transportation Board to officially “abandon” the railroad before they could sell it. (The Surface Transportation Board is an independent federal agency that is charged with the economic regulation of various modes of surface transportation, primarily freight rail.)
On November 1, 2024, after nearly six years of negotiations, we signed the paperwork to purchase the land; we cannot wait to bring this to life!
To keep the rest of the greenway expansion moving forward, the project was broken down into four sections. This includes the completed improvements to the intersection at Olive and I-170, the completed greenway in Warson Park, and the soon-to-be-completed-in-early 2025 section from Warson Park through Indian Meadows Park to Dielman Rd.
We are thrilled to now be able to build this section of the greenway that the community has asked for! The next step will be working with our partners and residents in Olivette to design the final section along the former railroad route (starts at Olive, between the CVS and Chevy’s Fresh Mex and heads north/northwest, on the east side of Dielman Industrial to Dielman Rd.) over the next couple years. Stay tuned for updates on this project!
Walk the Centennial Greenway and the and through the welcoming canopy of majestic trees open grass areas, and lovely gardens in Shaw Park, approximately 2.5 miles. Register at www.stloasis.org or by calling 314-862-4859 ext 24.
“My youngest son has autism and we are working on helping him develop his core muscle strength and balancing skills. We have equipment that attaches to the back of my husband’s bike, making into a sort of tandem bike for my son to ride with him. He also has his own bike with training wheels. We live by St. Charles Community College and Legacy Park and often ride on the Dardenne Greenway. However, my son loves bridges! So, we recently rode on the Centennial Greenway that connects to the Page Avenue bridge. He LOVED it! Every morning as we cross the bridge when I take him to school he calls it “his bridge” and asks when we can ride our bikes over it again. He has difficulty expressing himself and finding topics he is excited about helps encourage him to work on these skills. We often use the greenways/biking as a go-to subject!”
Tracy, Vito and Frankie Home Greenway Dardenne Greenway and Centennial Greenway in St. Charles County
Meet Shelby
Posted on Friday July 26, 2024
Ambassadors are trained volunteers who help staff our booths at community events, assist with volunteer work days and tell people about all of the fun things you can do and see on the greenways. Meet one of them:
“Whether I’m out for a run on the Centennial Greenway in the summer heat or volunteering for Eagle Days on the Mississippi Greenway in the bitter cold, I love my greenways! As a Greenway ambassador, the thing I love most about Great Rivers Greenway is the people. I get the wonderful opportunity to work with, and meet people from around the region, and talk about some of our favorite things to do outside. What’s better than that?”
Shelby Miller, Great Rivers Greenway Ambassador Home greenway: All of them!
(Want to learn more about this and other volunteer opportunities? Go here: https://greatriversgreenway.org/volunteer/)
Meet Mona
Posted on Thursday July 25, 2024
Mona Vespa is the President of GO! St. Louis. GO! is a local non-profit organization that encourages individuals and families in the #STL region to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle year round. They accomplish this through community collaborations, school-based programming and the creation of new and fun fitness events:
“Running is my sport, my hobby and my profession! Personally, I can’t imagine a better way to explore your own city than on foot, and the greenways are the perfect way to do that! Every time I run a greenway, I am reminded that our city is incredibly diverse in landscape and character, but is also comprised of neighborhoods and communities who are all working towards a similar goal: to make their part of our city a vibrant and welcoming home. And as a part of my job, what a joy it is to share that with the runners and walkers of our area. I’ve used greenways for several GO! St. Louis race routes, and our Summer Passport program’s entire focus is to introduce more runners to the incredible gem of these paths throughout our city. GO! St. Louis is thankful for GRG’s work and dedication to outdoor recreation in our region!”
Home Greenway: All of them!
Meet Amy
Posted on Thursday July 25, 2024
Amy Marxkors is the co-host of the Charlie Brennan Show on KMOX, an author, a former hockey player and a marathon runner (occasionally ultra-marathoner!) She happily logs thousands of miles running on the greenways:
I love how the greenways connect so many places. My friends and I use them to meet up for runs. We can cross the Missouri River between St. Charles County and St. Louis County just using greenways and the KATY Trail. They are such a great asset for our region. I also appreciate the change of scenery on the greenways—everything from city environments, to the woods to conservation areas. It gives me a nice sense of calm when I am out on a long run.
Home Greenway: Meramec at Rock Hollow; Missouri Greenway: Monarch Chesterfield Levee; Busch Greenway; Centennial Greenway: Heritage to Kay Trail
Meet Riz
Posted on Thursday July 25, 2024
Riz Khan recently joined the Great Rivers Greenway as an Outreach Specialist. These valued team members help out at events and programs across the region- answering questions, sharing project updates and handing out maps and greenway “swag.” Riz shares why he wanted to get involved with Great Rivers Greenway:
“For most of my career I have worked in the corporate world across the globe (India, UK & in US). I recently started to feel something was missing in my life. One day I came across an article about Great Rivers Greenway that really piqued my interest. I realized that the greenways are more than just trails… they are places where you can spend time outside and also connect to trains, buses, markets, neighborhoods, businesses, parks and more. I am totally in love with the mission to connect this region with greenways and encourage people to live life outside. To be honest, I wasn’t much of an outdoors person before, but now I am. I believe the more time we spend outdoors, the healthier and happier we are. I think it also creates better bonding with our family. I am grateful to have the opportunity to be a part of this mission.”
Home Greenway: Centennial Shaw Park to Olive
Five Great Greenways for Fall Color
Posted on Wednesday July 17, 2024
Greenways provide a front row seat to fall’s annual show of color. Those that meander through forests, along rivers or bottom lands are typically your best bet—but you can’t go wrong with any greenway this time of year! Take your pick of the following (or plan to visit them all this fall!)
Busch Greenway: Katy Trail to Missouri Research Park to August A. Busch Conservation Area The prime viewing spot along this greenway is the .75 mile route through the forest bottom between Missouri Research Park and the Katy Trail. For a longer walk or ride, explore the portion of the greenway that meanders through the Weldon Spring Conservation Area.
Meramec Greenway: Glencoe to Sherman Beach Park The Rock Hollow spur will wow you with a showy display of color as it drops down from Ridge Road to meet the Al Foster Trail. Once you reach the river, you’ll enjoy splashes of sunlight reflecting off the Meramec and colorful leaves along the bluffs along the Al Foster Trail. You might even spot a few Paw Paws along the way!
Mississippi Greenway: Cliff Cave Park Your first stop should be the overlook atop the 170 foot bluff where you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the Mighty Mississippi River. For an up-close look at leaves in all their fall glory, be sure to explore the paved greenway and natural paths in the upper section of the park.
Centennial Greenway: Forest Park to Washington University to Vernon Make a day of it on this greenway! Start with shopping and lunch in the Delmar Loop followed by a walk beneath the colorful canopy of trees on the Washington University campus. Top it off with one or more of the attractions in St. Louis’ colorful crown jewel- Forest Park!
Fee Fee Greenway to Centennial Greenway: Katy Trail to Schaefer Park & Spencer Creek Trail via Creve Coeur Park Bring your bike for an amazing fall ride that will take you all the way from the Maryland Heights Community Center to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum, Schaefer Park (and the St. Peters Rec Plex via Spencer Creek Trail) ! Take a spin around Creve Coeur Lake and enjoy the changing leaves as you traverse two greenways—and two counties—via the Creve Coeur Connector Trail!
3.14 Mile Walks & Rides on Greenways
Posted on Wednesday July 17, 2024
Get out on a greenway to celebrate 3.14 Day or any day! We’ve plotted out seven 3.14 mile routes on greenways across St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County. Follow one of our suggested routes, or make up your own- you’ve got 135+miles of greenway to choose from!
St. Vincent Greenway: St. Vincent Park to Rock Road Transit Center
Start your walk by the tennis courts and playground in St. Vincent County Park. Follow the greenway south through the park; the Daughters of Charity Cemetery will be on your left. Continue walking or riding on the greenway through the woods (Check out the progress on our woodland restoration!) You will pass by Castle Park Apartments (the former St. Vincent Hospital.) Continue south on the greenway, parallel to St. Vincent Park Road where you will connect with the new section opened in 2023. Follow the greenway out to St. Charles Rock Road towards the Rock Road Transit Center. Turn around at the Rock Road Transit Center and head back to where you started! (Plan your trip here. You can find a printable adventure map with more information about St. Vincent County Park here.)
Centennial Greenway: St. Charles County Heritage Museum to Schaefer Park
Start your walk at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum. Follow the greenway to where it spurs north to cross over highways 364 and 94. Follow the greenway to N. Outer Road. Use the crosswalk to cross over to the new stretch of this greenway that opened in 2023 and follow the signs to Schaefer Park. Take a stroll around Schaefer Park and then turn around and head back to the Heritage Museum! Plan your trip here.
Busch Greenway: Duckett Creek Trailhead to KATY Trail
Begin your walk at the Duckett Creek Trailhead in Missouri Research Park. Follow the greenway towards the KATY Trail. When you reach the KATY Trail go left; follow the KATY Trail until you reach the path that connects to the walking and biking path on the Boone Bridge. Turn around and head back to Duckett Creek Trailhead. Plan your trip here.
Centennial Greenway: Shaw Park to Old Bonhomme
Start your walk at the Shaw Park Trailhead. Follow the greenway until you reach Old Bonhomme Road. Turn around and head back to the Shaw Park Trailhead. Plan your trip here.
St. Vincent Greenway: Missouri History Museum to Etzel
Begin your walk at the Missouri History Museum at Forest Park- walk around the museum and then cross over Lindell at the traffic light on the east side of the museum. Follow the greenway all the way to Etzel Ave. Turn around and head back to the History Museum. Plan your trip here.
Mississippi Greenway at Cliff Cave Park
Begin your walk at the Trailhead in the upper section of the park on Cliff Cave Road. Follow the greenway down the hill to the overlook and check out the amazing view! Walk back up the hill from overlook and take a left to follow the paved greenway to the lower section of the park. After you cross the bridge over cliff Cave Road, take a left. You will continue downhill, passing by the mouth of the cave! Continue on the greenway down the hill towards the River. Cross the railroad tracks and go left to follow the loop trail. Once you make the loop take a left and walk towards the large pavilion by the river. Enjoy the river view and then reverse your route and go back up to where you started! Plan your trip here.
Sunset Greenway at Sunset Park
Start your walk or ride in Sunset Park. Follow the paved greenway down the hill, all the way down to the river, where the paved trail ends. Enjoy the view of the Missouri River! Head back up to the parking lot and follow the paved path along Sunset Park Drive until you reach Hazelwood Northwest Middle School. Turn around and head back to the parking lot in Sunset Park for a 3.14 mile walk! Plan your trip here.
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