Greentree Park, Marshall Road, Kirkwood, St. Louis, MO, USA
Walk the Meramec Greenway in Greentree Park. The walk is on a flat paved trail with benches and scenic views of the river, approximately 3.5 miles Register at www.stloasis.org or by calling 314-862-4859 ext 24.
Join others who share your interest in nature, birds, and wildlife, and learn the basics of birdwatching. Beginners welcome. Registration is free and required. Register on the St. Louis Audubon Society website.
5 reasons to join us on this birdwalk:
-Hearing bird song can improve feelings of peace and well-being.
-The park and Meramec Greenway are beautiful this time of year with all of the trees coming into bloom!
-Being in nature decreases stress & sharpens concentration.
-You’ll get in a morning walk, on a greenway, in a lovely park.
-You’ll learn interesting facts about birds and how to see them and listen for them.
Have you ever seen people riding uni-cycles on a greenway? There’s a good chance it’s Hogan H. & his son Corvin:
“I’ve lived in St. Louis for 15 years and been an active distance uni-cyclist for about 10 of those years. Many people have seen my son and I uni-cycling on the greenways. I enjoy the dedicated spaces to ride and be safe. It allows me to explore the city and enjoy an interesting method of traveling. A typical ride for me is 5 – 10 miles out and back. My longest ride to date was the MRT loop in downtown St. Louis. When I finished, my GPS logged just over 26 miles-it was quite an accomplishment for me! I’m currently on a quest to unicycle for 1 hour in all lower 48 US states with my son Corvin. To date, we have uni-cycled in 35 states.”
Home greenways: Deer Creek, Gravois (Grant’s Trail), Meramec: Greentree Park to Arnold’s Grove Park, Mississippi: Riverfront Trail, Missouri: Monarch Chesterfield Levee & River des Peres Greenway
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 David
Posted on Thursday July 25, 2024
The Meramec Greenway is the perfect neighbor for an athlete and outdoorsman like David P. Always looking for a new challenge, he took advantage of this nearby greenway connection to create his very own Bike-Paddle-Run Triathlon.
“I decided to put my love of running, paddle sports and biking together for an all-day adventure. I loaded up my inflatable stand up paddleboard on a trailer, hitched it to my bike and rode down to the Meramec Greenway at Greentree Park. I hid my running shoes behind a tree and then rode out to the Al Foster Trail at Grand Avenue (combined on road and greenway route.) I locked up my bike and trailer, pumped up the board, and jumped on the river. I had a great day on the water paddling all the way back to Greentree Park. I left the board on the river bank, grabbed my running shoes, and ran up the hill to my house and car. I backtracked to grab my paddleboard and then my bike and trailer. All together it was a 16 mile bike ride, 9 mile paddle and 1.2mile run. The Meramec is wonderful for a paddle and just as much for a lazy drift with the current.”
Home Greenway: Meramec
10 Great River Views You Can Only Enjoy From a Greenway
Posted on Monday July 15, 2024
Almost every greenway is either named for, connected to, meanders alongside or crosses over one of our region’s rivers or creeks.
Whether it’s the Mighty Mississippi or Dardenne Creek, greenways are great places to not only see stunning river views, but also enjoy the calming side effects of flowing water. There’s a good chance you’ll also spot some of the many birds and animals who make their home or migrate along the rivers. Here are 10 amazing river views you can enjoy on foot or bike via a greenway:
1. Mississippi River at the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge Take the Mississippi Greenway: Chouteau Riverfront to Old Chain of Rocks Bridge (Riverfront Trail) to its northernmost point and walk or ride out to the center of the Historic Old Chain of Rocks Bridge. Depending on the season, you might spot a family of eagles. Look downstream and you can see the Gateway Arch. Listen closely and you can hear the water rippling over the chain of rocks below. If you want to drive, park on the Illinois side of the bridge here.
2. Missouri River at the Page Avenue Extension/364 Bridge Walking & Biking Lane The Page Avenue Extension/364 Bridge has a dedicated walking and biking lane that connects to the Katy Trail at mile 42.8 just south of the Family Arena in St. Charles County. On the east side, it connects to the 3.6 mile Creve Coeur Park Connector Trail. In the middle of the bridge there is a bump-out where you can pause to enjoy a bird’s- eye view of the Missouri River. The Centennial Greenway: Katy Trail to Schaefer Park and Spencer Creek Trail connects to this bridge on the St. Charles County side. In St. Louis County, you can take the Fee Fee Greenway: Aquaport to Creve Coeur Park all the way from the Maryland Heights Community Center, through the park to link up with the Connector Trail to the bridge.
3. Mississippi River from Mississippi Greenway: River City Casino to Jefferson Barracks Park 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. Be sure to slow down to watch the barges working the river. Plan your visit here.
4. Missouri River at Sunset Park The more the leaves fall, the better the views of the Missouri River in Sunset Park via the Sunset Greenway: Old Town Florissant to Sunset Park. Plan to spend the day exploring this greenway and finish with a sunset!
5. Mississippi River at Cliff Cave Park The Mississippi Greenway: Cliff Cave Park offers stunning views of the river from an overlook nestled into the rocky bluffs towering 170 feet over the river. You can also watch the river flow by on the paved 5 mile greenway in the lower section of the park.
6. Missouri River on the Boone Bridge The walking and biking path on the I-64 Daniel Boone Bridge lets you slow down and enjoy the Missouri River from the middle of the bridge—something you can’t do in a car. You can connect to the bridge via the Busch Greenway and Katy Trail in St. Charles County. The Missouri Greenway: Monarch Chesterfield Levee will get you there too!
7. Meramec River at Lower Meramec Park The greenway and St. Louis County Park not only offers great river views, but also serves as a natural flood plain so the river can spread out during high water and flooding. As you walk or ride, you’ll enjoy a mixture of woodlands and open fields. The trees are highly diverse with some of the best remaining woodlands in the Lower Meramec Valley. Plan your visit here.
8. Meramec River at Al Foster Trail Views of the river from the Al Foster Trail along the Meramec Greenway is sure to improve your mood as you meander through a bottomland forest next to soaring limestone bluffs. It’s a must see! Plan your visit here.
9. Meramec Greenway: Greentree Park to Arnold’s Grove The Meramec River makes a big turn near Kirkwood’s Greentree Park and it’s especially lovely to watch the light sparkling on the water in the morning and late afternoon. You can start your walk or ride in Greentree Park and follow the river all the way to Arnold’s Grove in Valley Park…or vice versa. Either way it’s a great way to enjoy the Meramec River. Plan your visit here.
Wind down your day with a 30 minute walk on a greenway followed by 30 minutes of all-level outdoor yoga with YogaBuzz. Beginners welcome! Bring a friend, water, comfortable walking shoes, and a yoga mat or towel. FREE, but pre-registration is required. More info and registration in each link below.
May 1 – Dardenne Greenway: BaratHaven (6-7pm)-Thanks to everyone who joined us!
May 8 – Maline Greenway: Bella Fontaine County Park (6-7pm) ***CANCELLED DUE TO STORMS****
June 5 – Meramec Greenway: Greentree Park in Kirkwood (6-7pm)
June 12 – Mississippi Greenway: Cliff Cave Park (6-7pm)
Meramec Greenway Walk and Sunset Yoga
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, June 5, 20246:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Event Details
The Greentree Park address is 2150 Marshall Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122. To get to the Greentree Park trailhead from Big Bend Boulevard:
Turn south on Marshall Road
Go 0.9 mile on Marshall Road and turn left into Greentree Park
30 minute greenway walking tour followed by 30 minutes of all-levels yoga. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Registration is free and required. Click here to register.
Additional Notes:
The Greentree Park address is 2150 Marshall Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122. To get to the Greentree Park trailhead from Big Bend Boulevard:
Turn south on Marshall Road
Go 0.9 mile on Marshall Road and turn left into Greentree Park
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Greentree Park, Marshall Road, Kirkwood, St. Louis, MO, USA
Join Trailnet for a social bike ride on the Meramec Greenway at a pace suitable for families with children, new riders, and riders who are just getting back on a bike. Free to attend, and pre-registration is not required. For questions, contact Trailnet Bicycle Educator Sarah Heyman at sarah.heyman@trailnet.org.
St. Louis Audubon Society Beginner Bird Walk on Meramec Greenway
Saturday, May 20, 2023 - Tuesday, May 30, 2023 • 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Saturday, May 20, 2023 - Tuesday, May 30, 20238:30 am - 10:30 am
Event Details
GREENTREE PARK
2150 Marshall Road, Kirkwood, St. Louis, MO, USA
From Big Bend Blvd., go south on Marshall Road. Continue for 0.9 mile and turn left into Greentree Park (shortly after Timberbrook Drive).
2150 Marshall road
Kirkwood, Missouri 63122
Join the St. Louis Audubon Society for a guided beginner bird walk along the greenway. Meet others who share your interest in nature, birds, and wildlife! All experience levels welcome. Face masks will not be required but may be worn at the participant’s discretion. Bring binoculars, they will have a few extra pairs to borrow if you don’t have your own.
The bird walk is free, but all participants must register in advance at the St. Louis Audubon Society website.
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