Shut-Ins Trail

Robyn Christopher

Parking lot at trail head is large, river shop is attached to clean bathrooms, changing rooms and lockers available for day use cost only 4 quarters. The trail is paved and then becomes a boardwalk. There are several entrances to the water, first is more of a shallow creek like entrance. The second is into the rapids , bolder area with falls. The third is up some stairs and a short hike thru the woods to a pool of deeper water. If u choose the 2nd entrance and go in the falls, large bolder area, Please head my warning and be careful! There is a lot of algae, the rocks are slippery. The water is cool, refreshing and clear. However it rushes creating quite a current even on green flag days. After falling we stayed on our bottoms as much as possible thru the falls. U can just slide the algae and current pushes u down the falls. Some of the falls are deep, between 3 and 6 ft deep and surrounded by large rocks. It is a beautiful area, take a look at my pictures. The one of our feet was in deep water we were swimming but u can clearly see out legs, feet and rocks on the bottom. I wouldn't recommend taking anyone that can't swim. Even in the shallow water the algae makes the rocks slick, be careful and have fun!

Winter Wind

This place is definitely a hidden jam in Missouri. Make sure to wear shoes you don't mind getting wet and with a good grip. Goggles are also advised to you want to see the fish in the clear water.

Dududup

Nice day trip distance from Stl.

Mark P

This is an amazing place. Natural water park when flow is safe. One area to enter is shallow and calm the other takes you to the white water. Huge park with large meadows and multiple shelters. Visitors Center at the trailhead has lockers, change rooms, and bathrooms. There is also life vest rental. Make sure that you plan your visit for the right time. After a good rain the water will be too high. Call ahead to check water level.