Explore a rocky wonderland at Three Creeks reserve
Three Creeks Conservation Area, Boone County, Mo.
About 7 miles of trails explore rocky bluffs, caves, forest and prairie near Columbia, Mo.
Trail Three Creeks Conservation Area
Overview
Three Creeks Conservation Area comprises 1,600 acres in Boone County, south of Columbia, Mo. About seven miles of trails wind through rocky topography, across streams, prairie and forested uplands. The landscape is known as Karst, which is characterized by eroded limestone. Features include caves, springs and eroding ridgelines.
Length
There are about 7 miles of trails on four different sections.
Address and location
Three Creeks Conservation Area is located in southern Boone County between Ashland and Columbia, Mo. There are four different access points. See the trail map or highway maps below to choose an access point.
Conditions Three Creeks Conservation Area has dirt trails, so you can expect muddy conditions when wet. Most of the trail is easy-to-moderate in difficulty, although there are a few steep grades.
Kid friendly? Kids will have to be hearty hikers to enjoy this trail. If they are, there are plenty of creeks, cliffs and caves to explore.
How busy? This trail is near Columbia, Mo., and is usually moderately trafficked.
Pets Yes, on a leash (unless otherwise designated).
Bikes Yes unless otherwise designated.
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