Taum Sauk Mountain State Park

Taum Sauk is the high point of Missouri at 1,772 feet, though it feels more like a long ridge than a peak. A signed trail from the car park leads out to the rim and on to Mina Sauk Falls, which only runs properly after rain. The views over the St. Francois Mountains are long and wooded, and it is a good place for a short, rewarding leg-stretch.

Good to know

• The falls can be dry in summer, aim for spring or after a storm
• Allow about 3 miles round trip to the falls
• Rocks near the falls are slippery, keep kids close

Best time

Spring or after heavy rain

Open

All year

Getting there

Paved road to the trailhead and picnic area

Vehicles

Fine in any car

Dogs

Dogs on a lead

Facilities

• Picnic tables
• Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.