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A narrow ridgetop trail that traverses a couple of flint quarries with views of the river valley.


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Map Key

1.5

Miles

2.4

KM

Point to Point

831' 253 m

High

550' 168 m

Low

310' 95 m

Up

30' 9 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Description

This multi-use trail is mainly a narrow singletrack that traverses somewhat steep, rocky terrain. Trailhead parking lot is located off of the Lewis Road entrance. Take the road to the right as you enter the park. The trailhead has modern restrooms and drinking water.

This trail takes its time as it wanders and climbs up to the ridgetop. Along the way, the trail passes by a couple of flint quarries. Stop off at the bench and take a breather to enjoy the view of the surrounding hills and the river valley below.

The Flint Quarry Trail follows the ridgetop before meeting up with the Chubb Trail. At this point you can return to the Flint Quarry Trailhead by going to the left on Chubb Trail or you can head for the prairie and Meramec River to the north by taking a right on Chubb Trail.

The Flint Quarry Trail will take you through upland woodlands, cedar glades, and past seeps, creeks and rock outcroppings.

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St. Louis County Parks

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#204

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#8,064

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Photos

Starting out on the Chinkapin Trail at West Tyson County Park.
Dec 14, 2015 near Eureka, MO
Flint Quarry Trail.
Nov 13, 2016 near Eureka, MO
Picnic table at the Chubb and Flint Quarry Trails junction.
Dec 29, 2015 near Eureka, MO
View from lookout on Flint Quarry Trail.
Dec 29, 2015 near Eureka, MO

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May 27, 2024
John Whitteck
Feb 26, 2022
Rick Ihnat
1.5mi
Mar 6, 2021
Drew McAllister
Beautiful hike. 55 degrees. no leaves on the trees 3mi — 1h 30m
Jan 23, 2021
Rick Ihnat
1.5mi
Dec 27, 2020
JOSEPH HAVIS
Oct 26, 2019
Rick Ihnat
Peak foliage 1.5mi — 0h 30m
Jun 2, 2019
scottyh
Aug 12, 2018
Real 42
Took the Chubb Trail back to the trailhead 2.6mi — 1h 05m
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