Southern Illinois’ Illinois Caverns State Natural Area takes adventure below the surface, where a six-mile cave system reveals waterfalls, unusual formations and a world of near-total darkness.
About 60 minutes south of St. Louis, these tiny cabins are built around ease and comfort.
When most people think of where a cactus grows, they think of the desert, which is the opposite of Missouri’s humid climate. However, there is a cactus that is native to Missouri: the Prickly Pear Cactus.
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Nestled in the green, rolling hills and fertile prairies of west central Missouri, Warrensburg and Johnson County offer a mixture of urban communities along with placid, open countryside.
We look at 10 lesser-known state parks in Missouri that are worth the trip.
Exposure to nature makes people more likely to care about it and take action to protect it. This is the not-so-hidden secret behind Mixed SOIL, a new initiative that promotes recreation in and preservation of the land between the Mississippi and Ohio rivers.
The secret is out on Ironton as a remarkable outdoor recreation destination tucked in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri.
Located in the heart of southern Illinois, Carbondale has amazing natural resources and a thriving outdoor scene.
A new documentary film strengthens a decades-long fight against logging in Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest.
For those feeling a river paddle, a bike ride, a casual stroll, or a night under the stars, Jefferson City, Missouri, has activities for every level of outdoor enthusiast.
The Missouri Ozarks feature an incredible diversity of unique creatures, including one found nowhere else on the planet.
The historic landmarks, flourishing arts scene, picturesque overlooks, multiple parks, miles of trails, and vibrant running and cycling communities all make Cape Girardeau, Missouri, a terrific destination for a getaway filled with outdoor activities.
