The Midwest is home to some of the country’s best recreation areas for hiking and camping. Terrain shows you where to go and what to do when you get there.

On My Greenway, Strangers Become Something Like Friends

On his neighborhood greenway, a St. Louis-area writer finds the connection missing from a disconnected world — no last names required.

By |2026-08-25T14:50:22-05:00August 25th, 2026|Biking, Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Running|0 Comments

Your Adventure Guide to Kinetic Park in St. Charles County

One visit barely scratches the surface of this high-energy park in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri.

We Paddled Arkansas’ Buffalo River with 37 North Expeditions. Here’s the Verdict

A self-described reluctant paddler joins 37 North Expeditions for a guided float on Arkansas’ Buffalo National River — and comes away a convert.

The Best Outdoor Activities in Joplin, Missouri

Explore the best outdoor activities in Joplin, Missouri, from mountain biking and paddling to waterfalls, hiking trails, great food, and Route 66 charm.

Three Ozark Rivers, One Unforgettable Bikerafting Adventure

Follow a four-day bikerafting adventure linking Missouri's Current, Jacks Fork, and Eleven Point rivers through the heart of the Ozark backcountry.

Chasing Waterfalls: A Guide to Missouri’s Best-Kept Cascades

From the state's tallest cascade to shut-ins you can wade through, here's where to find Missouri's most rewarding waterfalls.

By |2026-07-07T16:35:12-05:00July 7th, 2026|Culture, Destinations, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature|1 Comment

Meet the River Angels Helping Paddlers Survive America’s Big Rivers

Along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, an informal network of volunteers shows up with rides, showers, and home-cooked meals for weary paddlers.

By |2026-07-07T16:07:07-05:00July 7th, 2026|Culture, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments

10 Gadgets and Gear Pieces That Won’t Quit When Wet

From bucket hats to Bluetooth speakers, these 10 waterproof essentials are built to handle lakes, rivers, and everything in between this summer.

By |2026-07-06T16:59:25-05:00July 2nd, 2026|Culture, Gear, Hiking + Camping, Mind + Body, Nature, Paddling|0 Comments
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